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Quebec actor Marc Messier, known for role in ‘Les Boys’ franchise, dies at 78
His roles in Les Boys, Lance et compte and Broue made him a fixture in Quebec culture for more than 35 years.
- Quebec actor Marc Messier, best known for roles in Lance et Compte, Broue, and Petite Vie, died at age 78 following a brief illness, Agence Goodwin confirmed on Tuesday.
- Over nearly 40 years, Messier co-wrote and performed in the play Broue more than 3,000 times, while also gaining renown for his portrayal of Marc Gagnon in Lance et Compte and Bob Chicoine in Les Boys.
- The actor's Les Boys speech made "la dureté du mental" a common expression in Quebec, according to Legault, as fans and the NHL Instagram account shared tributes following his death.
- Quebec Premier Christine offered condolences to his immediate family, including his three children, writing that Messier possessed a "rare talent for making us laugh" and bringing Quebecers together.
- Messier's body of work will live on in the collective memory of Quebecers; most recently, he played Pop in the series Bienvenue à Kingston-Falls, continuing his decades-long career in film, television, and theatre.
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Who was Marc Messier? Prominent Quebec actor dead at 78 - Check cause of death
Quebec actor Marc Messier, known for 'Broue' and 'La petite vie', has died. He passed away at the age of 78 after a brief illness. Messier enjoyed a celebrated career spanning over five decades in entertainment. He received multiple awards and was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada. His legacy endures through his extensive contributions to Quebec's performing arts.
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Le Journal de QuebecMany Quebec stars are shaken by the death of Marc Messier, one of our great actors.
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