Late actor Alain Delon accused of abuse by ex-wife
In her new memoir, former model Rosalie van Breemen accuses the late French actor Alain Delon of domestic abuse during their long-term relationship. She details incidents of physical violence, including repeated injuries to her face, which occurred while their children were present.
Rosalie van Breemen, a Dutch former model and television personality, has detailed a history of domestic abuse in her new memoir, Amour fou, regarding her former partner, the late French actor Alain Delon. The couple, who were together from 1987 until 2001, shared two children, Anouchka and Alain-Fabien. In her book, Van Breemen recounts harrowing incidents of physical violence, including being struck in the face while their children were present and having her face pushed against iron bed railings in the middle of the night.
Van Breemen writes that Delon repeatedly denied the abuse, even after breaking her nose on two separate occasions. These revelations offer a stark contrast to the glamorous public image the couple maintained during their time together. Delon, a legendary French film star known for roles in classics like Le Samouraï and Borsalino, passed away in August 2024 at the age of 88. Van Breemen, who gained prominence as a model and judge on Holland's Next Top Model, framed these difficult memories as an open letter addressed to the deceased actor.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
