French-Beninese actress Angèle Metzger has died at the age of 27. She was found dead on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in France. According to reports, Metzger was discovered at the foot of a building in the Seine-Saint-Denis area. Emergency services were quickly alerted but were unable to revive her. Metzger gained recognition for her role in the series "Chair tendre" four years prior to her death.
An investigation into Metzger's death is underway, led by the Livry-Gargan police station. Initial findings suggest that she may have fallen from a staircase or platform overlooking an underground parking garage. Surveillance cameras captured footage of her entering the restricted area by climbing over a barrier. Personal belongings were also found near the scene. However, the exact circumstances of her fall remain unclear.
Metzger's role in "Chair tendre" earned her critical acclaim, including an award at the 2022 Séries Mania festival. The series, created by Yaël Langmann and Jérémy Mainguy, aired on France 5. Metzger played the character Sasha, a 17-year-old intersex person. Her parents, Stéphane Metzger and Marie Caldera, are both involved in the entertainment industry.
In addition to her acting career, Metzger was a multifaceted artist. She held a master's degree in philosophy and art history and worked as a visual artist and musician. Metzger appeared in several short films, including "Fotogenico" and "Drone Games." She also starred in the music video "Japan" by the Irish band Fontaines D.C., alongside Charlie Heaton from "Stranger Things."
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the cause of Metzger's death. At this stage, no official cause has been announced. The French entertainment industry is mourning the loss of the young actress, who had shown significant promise in her career.
Metzger's legacy includes her groundbreaking role in "Chair tendre," which remains available on France.tv. Her character, Sasha, was a complex and nuanced portrayal of an intersex person. Metzger's performance was widely praised, and her death has been met with an outpouring of tributes from the entertainment industry.
The French-Beninese community is also coming to terms with the loss of one of its talented young stars. Metzger's parents, Stéphane Metzger and Marie Caldera, have not publicly commented on her death. The family has requested respect for their privacy during this difficult time.
Key points
- French-Beninese actress Angèle Metzger dies at 27 in France.
- Investigation into Metzger's death is ongoing, with cause yet to be determined.
- Metzger gained recognition for her role in the series "Chair tendre."
