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At 80, Françoise Hardy, the revered French singer, actress, and model, known for her timeless music and beauty, has passed away. Her son, Thomas Dutronc, announced her demise on June 11 via Instagram, writing "Maman est partie" (Mom is gone). Hardy fought lymphatic and laryngeal cancer since her 2004 diagnosis, her health gradually declining. In 1962, she rose to fame with 'Tous les garçons et les filles', followed by another French No. 1 hit, 'C’est à l’amour auquel je pense', the next year. Embracing the ye-ye trend in the '60s, Hardy amassed nearly a dozen Top 10 singles in France and secured nine Top 10 albums, remaining one of France's top-selling musicians. While her music resonated globally, Hardy found particular success in Belgium, Germany, and Canada. Although she achieved moderate success in the UK, Rolling Stone ranked her No. 162 in their 2023 list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time. Hardy's legacy extends beyond music, encompassing writing and modeling, leaving an indelible mark on the arts.

Henry Silva, a charismatic actor who appeared in hundreds of films including 'Ocean's Eleven' and 'The Manchurian Candidate', passed away on Wednesday of natural causes. He was 95.

18 great films that weren’t nominated for best picture

The 2025 Formula One season starts soon with the Australian Grand Prix. To build excitement, fans should watch iconic F1 films. Notable ones include 'Rush' depicting the Hunt-Lauda rivalry, 'Senna' about Ayrton Senna's life, 'Ferrari: Race to Immortality', the classic 'Grand Prix', and 'Schumacher' detailing Michael Schumacher's journey. Stream these on Amazon Prime Video.

Hollywood's F1: The Movie pushed boundaries, engineering 'almost-F1 cars' from Formula 2 chassis and Mercedes tech. Actors trained with Lewis Hamilton, while filmmakers adopted an immersive approach, capturing intense, real-world racing action. The film masterfully blends cinematic drama with authentic motorsport, creating a thrilling experience for both fans and newcomers.