France Castel Discusses Fear of Suffering Over Death on ‘Sucré Givré’
France Castel, an esteemed actress, host, and singer, recently opened up about her battle with stage 4 lymphoma. In a candid interview for the show Sucré Givré, she shared her profound fear of suffering rather than dying.
Facing the Fear of Suffering
At 81, France Castel revealed her emotional struggle after receiving the cancer diagnosis. She initially believed her symptoms were due to professional exhaustion after filming two projects: Habiter la maison and Les Furies.
“I was more afraid of suffering than of dying,” she stated. The diagnosis hit her hard; the doctors had informed her that she had only a year and a half to live. Earlier this year, she expressed being in remission on Les coulisses d’En direct du jour de l’An.
Health Journey and Creativity
During her appearance, Castel discussed the journey leading to her diagnosis, noting symptoms like fatigue and night sweats that prompted her to seek medical advice. Jean-Philippe Dion, the host of Sucré Givré, praised her resilience and the spirit she brought to the interview. He expressed admiration for her decision to not dwell solely on the cancer narrative.
Memorable Moments
The interview highlighted not only her challenges but also her achievements. Castel expressed her disappointment about not being able to share positive news, such as her recent film successes and winning the Guy-Mauffette Award last year.
- France Castel – 81 years old
- Diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma
- Believed to have 1.5 years to live at diagnosis
- Announced remission earlier this year
- Host of the interview: Jean-Philippe Dion
- Recent films: Habiter la maison, Les Furies
Overall, the episode balances heartfelt discussions with lighter moments, showcasing France Castel’s warmth and humor amidst her trials.
