Investigation Underway After Angèle Metzger Dies at 27
French actress Angèle Metzger, who emerged in 2022 in the series Chair tendre, has died at the age of 27, Il Messaggero reported.
She was found dead on Saturday morning in Les Pavillons-sous-Bois, located in the Seine-Saint-Denis department.
Found Near a Underground Parking Facility
Emergency services arrived at the scene near a subterranean parking structure at the foot of the Centre communal d’action sociale (CCAS) building, but they were unable to revive her, according to Il Messaggero. Initial details gathered at the location indicate she fell from a staircase or platform overlooking the parking area.
Police Reviewing Surveillance Footage
Investigators from the Livry-Gargan police station are examining whether a voluntary act occurred, noting that personal belongings were recovered at the scene but no definitive conclusion has been reached, Il Messaggero reported. Footage from surveillance cameras shows Metzger climbing a barrier to access a section of the building that is normally closed to the public.
Rising Career in Television and Film
Metzger resided in Aulnay-sous-Bois and grew up in an artistic family as the daughter of actor Stéphane Metzger and director Marie Caldera, holding a master’s degree in philosophy and art history alongside pursuits in music and visual arts, Il Messaggero reported.
She gained widespread attention for playing Sasha, an intersex teenager navigating identity in the France 5 series Chair tendre, which earned her the revelation award at the Séries Mania festival in Lille. Her screen credits also include the films Fotogenico and Drone Games, followed by a starring role in October 2026 for the music video of Japan by the Irish rock band Fontaines D.C., where she appeared alongside Charlie Heaton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What series brought Angèle Metzger to prominence?
She gained recognition in 2022 for her role as Sasha in the France 5 drama series Chair tendre.
Where did the incident occur?
Authorities found her near a subterranean parking structure at the CCAS building in Les Pavillons-sous-Bois.
Which law enforcement agency is handling the case?
The Livry-Gargan police station is investigating how she died.
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