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Turkish-French actor Tchéky Karyo has passed away at the age of 72, his wife has confirmed.

The star, best known for portraying television detective Julien Baptiste in BBC One's The Missing, died from cancer .

His wife Valérie Keruzoré and their children announced through his agent that he "succumbed to cancer this Friday, October 31".

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The actor also gained recognition for his performance in the 1995 James Bond film GoldenEye.

A statement released today by Tchéky's agent read: "Valérie Keruzoré, his wife, and their children are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Tchéky Karyo.

"He succumbed to cancer on Friday, October 31, 2025."

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