Mel Gibson Mourns the Loss of Actress Nadia Farès
Mel Gibson is reportedly grieving the death of French actress Nadia Farès, who passed away on April 17, 2026, at the age of 57. Farès died after being hospitalized following an incident at a Paris gym. The pair starred together in the 2022 thriller, On The Line, and shared a close personal and professional relationship.
Details of the Incident and Passing
On April 11, 2026, Nadia Farès was found unconscious in the swimming pool of a luxury gym in Paris, according to reports. She was immediately rushed to Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital and placed in a medically induced coma. Despite medical intervention, Farès suffered a cardiac arrest and died six days later, on April 17, 2026.
A “Tremendous Bond”
Sources close to Gibson have described a deep connection between the actor and Farès. An insider told the Daily Mail that Gibson “loved and respected” Farès, potentially “more than she did him,” due to their “tremendous bond” formed during the production of On The Line. The source indicated that Gibson was “gutted” by the news of her passing.
Recent Personal Life
Mel Gibson confirmed his split from Rosalind Ross in December 2025. The source also noted that Farès had recently separated from her husband of twenty years, producer Steve Chasman, filing for divorce shortly after their separation. She is survived by her two daughters, Cylia and Shana Chasman.
Previous Health Challenges
Farès had previously faced significant health challenges, undergoing brain surgery in 2007 for an aneurysm, which she described as a “ticking time bomb.” She also underwent three heart surgeries.
Daughter’s Heartfelt Tribute
Farès’ daughter, Cylia, shared a poignant message on Instagram on April 18, 2026, expressing her grief over the loss of her mother.
No Foul Play Suspected
French newspaper Le Monde reported that authorities have found no evidence of foul play in connection with Farès’ death.