Françoise Coquet, Longtime Producer for Michel Drucker, Laid to Rest at Montmartre Cemetery

Françoise Coquet, the veteran producer behind Michel Drucker’s iconic programs Champs-Élysées and Vivement dimanche, was buried Friday, July 24, at the Montmartre Cemetery in Paris.

Media Industry Figures Attend Final Farewell

A wide array of French media and entertainment personalities gathered in Paris to pay their respects to Coquet. Michel Drucker, who previously described Coquet as his “twin sister,” attended the service alongside her grandson. Other notable attendees included comedians and artists Eric Antoine, Dominique Farrugia, Manu Payet, Vincent Delerm, and Jeanfi Janssens, as well as singer Laurent Voulzy, as documented by Pariente and SIPA agency photography.

Legacy of French Television Production

Coquet’s career was defined by her role as a “historical producer” for Michel Drucker. She was instrumental in the execution of Champs-Élysées, a landmark variety show that shaped French television for years, and the long-running Sunday interview program Vivement dimanche.

Summary of Events

• Death: Monday (July 21), age 83, following a long illness.
• Funeral Date: Friday, July 24.
• Location: Montmartre Cemetery, Paris.
• Key Associations: Producer for Champs-Élysées and Vivement dimanche.