Actress Claudette Walker has died at the age of 86. Her death was announced by her son. Known for numerous supporting roles in film and television, she had become, in recent years, a prominent figure on the French-speaking web thanks to her appearances in videos by several content creators.
From dance to film, then a second career on YouTube
Born in 1939, Claudette Walker was initially a dancer and choreographer before turning to acting. Over the years, she appeared in numerous French films and television series. Viewers have seen her in films such as * Sous les jupes des filles *, *Photo de famille *, * Les Tuche 4* , *Adieu Monsieur Haffmann *, * Jamais sans mon psy* , and * Marsupilami *, one of her last films. Her fame reached new heights online. Nicknamed "the YouTube grandma," she participated in several videos by Cyprien, as well as productions by Golden Moustache and Lolywood. Her humor, naturalness, and energy captivated millions of internet users of all ages.
Kev Adams had integrated it into the world of retirement homes
In recent years, Kev Adams has also given her a prominent role in his projects. After they met on the set of Comme par magie , he cast her in Maison de retraite 2 , then in the series Maison de retraite , broadcast on TF1 in the spring of 2026. Claudette Walker plays Marguerite, a resident of the Lino Vartan home, a role that further increased her popularity with the general public.
Tributes from Cyprien and Kev Adams
The announcement of her passing sparked a wave of emotion. Cyprien, with whom she had filmed several now-iconic videos, paid tribute to her on Instagram, writing that she "radiated so much on set" and that he was "happy to have met her ." Kev Adams also honored the actress's memory. He recalled that they had immediately forged a strong bond on set before she was given several roles in his productions. The comedian wrote that she was "as funny as she was touching" and concluded his message with these words: "I will miss the moments with you, my Claudette!"
A familiar face for several generations
In just a few years, Claudette Walker managed to bring together very different audiences. Film and television enthusiasts knew her for her numerous supporting roles, while younger viewers discovered her through YouTube, before encountering her in Kev Adams' world. This dual career allowed her to become one of the most endearing personalities in the French audiovisual landscape.
