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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Notorious French singer faces new probe over ex-wife's death
A notorious French singer who beat his girlfriend to death is to face a new legal investigation over the suicide of his ex-wife following a Netflix documentary about his violent behaviour, prosecutors said Thursday. Bertrand Cantat, former singer with popular 1980s rock band Noir Desir ("Black Desire"), was the subject of a widely watched three-part Netflix documentary that aired from March this year. He was sentenced to prison over the killing of actress Marie Trintignant in a Vilnius hotel room in 2003, but worked and performed after being released despite protests and calls for a boycott. Prosecutors in Cantat's hometown Bordeaux said in a statement Thursday they were looking into "potential acts of intentional violence" against his ex-wife Krisztina Rady, who was found hanged at her home in 2010. Prosecutors will look into "several claims and testimonies not included" in four previous investigations into the circumstances of Rady's death, all of which were closed without charges, the statement said. - A 'violent argument' - In "The Cantat Case" on Netflix, a nurse claims that Rady visited a hospital in Bordeaux "following an altercation with her partner, a violent argument" which had resulted in a "scalp detachment and bruises." The nurse said he consulted her hospital file out of "curiosity" in the archives of a hospital in the city where he was a temporary worker. Rady, a Hungarian-born former interpreter, had also left a terrorised message on her parents' answering machine before her death. In it, she referred to violence by Cantat, the documentary and a 2013 book written by two French journalists claimed. Bertrand Cantat's lawyer, Antonin Levy, said he was not aware of the reopening of an investigation into the case when contacted by AFP. - Albums and concerts - After being released from jail in 2007, the Bordeaux singer worked on a new album and toured with the band Detroit. His case sparked fierce debate, with many fans prepared to pardon his criminal record and seeing him as someone who had served out his punishment behind bars -- four years out of an eight-year sentence. Women's rights campaigners viewed him as a symbol of violent misogyny, even more so after the death of Rady in 2010. The release of his first solo album "Amor Fati" in 2017 sparked more controversy in the midst of the #MeToo movement, which saw women around the world speak out more forcefully about domestic violence and sexual assault. It led to several of Cantat's concerts being cancelled and protests from feminist organisations. At a major concert at the Zenith venue in northeast Paris in 2018 attended by thousands of fans, Cantat targeted journalists saying "I have nothing against you, you have something against me... I couldn't give less of a shit." gf-cko-adp/jj
Vancouver Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Notorious French singer faces new probe over ex-wife's death
BORDEAUX — A notorious French singer who beat his girlfriend to death is to face a new legal investigation over the suicide of his ex-wife following a Netflix documentary about his violent behaviour, prosecutors said Thursday. Bertrand Cantat, former singer with popular 1980s rock band Noir Desir ('Black Desire'), was the subject of a widely watched three-part Netflix documentary that aired from March this year. He was sentenced to prison over the killing of actress Marie Trintignant in a Vilnius hotel room in 2003, but worked and performed after being released despite protests and calls for a boycott. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Prosecutors in Cantat's hometown Bordeaux said in a statement Thursday they were looking into 'potential acts of intentional violence' against his ex-wife Krisztina Rady, who was found hanged at her home in 2010. Prosecutors will look into 'several claims and testimonies not included' in four previous investigations into the circumstances of Rady's death, all of which were closed without charges, the statement said. In 'The Cantat Case' on Netflix, a nurse claims that Rady visited a hospital in Bordeaux 'following an altercation with her partner, a violent argument' which had resulted in a 'scalp detachment and bruises.' The nurse said he consulted her hospital file out of 'curiosity' in the archives of a hospital in the city where he was a temporary worker. Rady, a Hungarian-born former interpreter, had also left a terrorised message on her parents' answering machine before her death. In it, she referred to violence by Cantat, the documentary and a 2013 book written by two French journalists claimed. Bertrand Cantat's lawyer, Antonin Levy, said he was not aware of the reopening of an investigation into the case when contacted by AFP. After being released from jail in 2007, the Bordeaux singer worked on a new album and toured with the band Detroit. His case sparked fierce debate, with many fans prepared to pardon his criminal record and seeing him as someone who had served out his punishment behind bars — four years out of an eight-year sentence. Women's rights campaigners viewed him as a symbol of violent misogyny, even more so after the death of Rady in 2010. The release of his first solo album 'Amor Fati' in 2017 sparked more controversy in the midst of the #MeToo movement, which saw women around the world speak out more forcefully about domestic violence and sexual assault. It led to several of Cantat's concerts being cancelled and protests from feminist organisations. At a major concert at the Zenith venue in northeast Paris in 2018 attended by thousands of fans, Cantat targeted journalists saying 'I have nothing against you, you have something against me… I couldn't give less of a shit.' Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances.
Local France
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Local France
Notorious French singer faces new probe over ex-wife's death
Bertrand Cantat, former singer with popular 1980s rock band Noir Desir (Black Desire), was the subject of a widely watched three-part Netflix documentary that aired from March this year. He was sentenced to prison over the killing of actress Marie Trintignant in a Vilnius hotel room in 2003, but worked and performed after being released despite protests and calls for a boycott. Prosecutors in Cantat's hometown Bordeaux said in a statement on Thursday they were looking into "potential acts of intentional violence" against his ex-wife Krisztina Rady, who was found hanged at her home in 2010. Advertisement Prosecutors will look into "several claims and testimonies not included" in four previous investigations into the circumstances of Rady's death, all of which were closed without charges, the statement said. In "The Cantat Case" on Netflix, a nurse claims that Rady visited a hospital in Bordeaux "following an altercation with her partner, a violent argument" which had resulted in a "scalp detachment and bruises." The nurse said he consulted her hospital file out of "curiosity" in the archives of a hospital in the city where he was a temporary worker. Rady, a Hungarian-born former interpreter, had also left a terrorised message on her parents' answering machine before her death. In it, she referred to violence by Cantat, the documentary and a 2013 book written by two French journalists claimed. Bertrand Cantat's lawyer, Antonin Levy, said he was not aware of the reopening of an investigation into the case when contacted by AFP. After being released from jail in 2007, the Bordeaux singer worked on a new album and toured with the band Detroit. His case sparked fierce debate, with many fans prepared to pardon his criminal record and seeing him as someone who had served out his punishment behind bars -- four years out of an eight-year sentence. Advertisement Women's rights campaigners viewed him as a symbol of violent misogyny, even more so after the death of Rady in 2010. The release of his first solo album "Amor Fati" in 2017 sparked more controversy in the midst of the #MeToo movement, which saw women around the world speak out more forcefully about domestic violence and sexual assault. It led to several of Cantat's concerts being cancelled and protests from feminist organisations. At a major concert at the Zenith venue in northeast Paris in 2018 attended by thousands of fans, Cantat targeted journalists saying "I have nothing against you, you have something against me... I couldn't give less of a shit."
France 24
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- France 24
Notorious French singer faces new probe over ex-wife's death
Bertrand Cantat, former singer with popular 1980s rock band Noir Desir ("Black Desire"), was the subject of a widely watched three-part Netflix documentary that aired from March this year. He was sentenced to prison over the killing of actress Marie Trintignant in a Vilnius hotel room in 2003, but worked and performed after being released despite protests and calls for a boycott. Prosecutors in Cantat's hometown Bordeaux said in a statement Thursday they were looking into "potential acts of intentional violence" against his ex-wife Krisztina Rady, who was found hanged at her home in 2010. Prosecutors will look into "several claims and testimonies not included" in four previous investigations into the circumstances of Rady's death, all of which were closed without charges, the statement said. A 'violent argument' In "The Cantat Case" on Netflix, a nurse claims that Rady visited a hospital in Bordeaux "following an altercation with her partner, a violent argument" which had resulted in a "scalp detachment and bruises." The nurse said he consulted her hospital file out of "curiosity" in the archives of a hospital in the city where he was a temporary worker. Rady, a Hungarian-born former interpreter, had also left a terrorised message on her parents' answering machine before her death. In it, she referred to violence by Cantat, the documentary and a 2013 book written by two French journalists claimed. Bertrand Cantat's lawyer, Antonin Levy, said he was not aware of the reopening of an investigation into the case when contacted by AFP. Albums and concerts After being released from jail in 2007, the Bordeaux singer worked on a new album and toured with the band Detroit. His case sparked fierce debate, with many fans prepared to pardon his criminal record and seeing him as someone who had served out his punishment behind bars -- four years out of an eight-year sentence. Women's rights campaigners viewed him as a symbol of violent misogyny, even more so after the death of Rady in 2010. The release of his first solo album "Amor Fati" in 2017 sparked more controversy in the midst of the #MeToo movement, which saw women around the world speak out more forcefully about domestic violence and sexual assault. It led to several of Cantat's concerts being cancelled and protests from feminist organisations. At a major concert at the Zenith venue in northeast Paris in 2018 attended by thousands of fans, Cantat targeted journalists saying "I have nothing against you, you have something against me... I couldn't give less of a shit."
New York Post
11-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Trump and George Soros have this character trait in common, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says
President Trump and left-wing billionaire financier George Soros have more in common than previous thought, according to someone who has worked for both men. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told an exclusive audience of billionaires at the annual Allen & Co. conference in Sun Valley, Idaho, this week that both men share a common personality trait: impatience when navigating high-stakes negotiations. People in the room told Bloomberg News on condition of anonymity due to the closed-door nature of the event that Bessent made the comparison after being asked by the moderator to reflect on his time working for both Soros and Trump. 4 Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked to reflect about his time working for left-wing billionaire financier George Soros. REUTERS The conference, often referred to as the 'summer camp for billionaires,' is off-limits to journalists and the public. Bessent told the crowd that Trump and Soros are alike in their temperament, demands and impatience, particularly when implementing decisions after identifying problems and solutions. The secretary, who began his association with Soros in 1991 when he joined Soros Fund Management shortly after graduating from Yale University, noted that he often advises the president to be patient as they navigate the rollout of trade announcements. Despite Trump's impatience, Bessent credited the president with a sharp instinct for identifying problems and devising effective responses. He also downplayed concerns that the administration's aggressive tariff policy was contributing to inflation and predicted two interest rate cuts by the end of the year. Bessent told the group that long-term borrowing costs would likely return to pre-pandemic levels. He noted that investors are currently pricing in one and a half cuts this year due to strong economic data, according to one attendee. 4 Bessent drew a provocative comparison between his current boss, President Trump (above), and his former mentor, the Hungarian-born Soros. Getty Images A spokesperson for the Treasury Department and the White House were not immediately available to comment. The Post has sought comment from Soros. Before being appointed Treasury secretary under Trump, Bessent worked twice at Soros Fund Management, eventually rising to the role of chief investment officer before launching his own hedge fund. He quickly advanced within the firm, eventually becoming the head of SFM's London office. In that role, Bessent played a pivotal part in executing one of the firm's most famous trades: the 1992 'Black Wednesday' bet against the British pound. This trade netted Soros's fund more than $1 billion and helped establish Bessent's reputation as a talented macro investor. He is frequently described as a protégé of Soros, having learned directly from the financier and made significant contributions to SFM's investment strategies. 4 Trump and Soros exhibit an impatience when navigating high-stakes negotiations, according to Bessent. AFP via Getty Images In 2015, after leaving Soros Fund Management, Bessent founded his own hedge fund, Key Square Group. He launched the fund with a substantial $2 billion anchor investment from Soros. The financial backing underscored the continued strength of their relationship. Although Soros's capital remained in the fund for several years, it was eventually withdrawn in 2018 as Key Square diversified its investor base. Soros, through his Open Society Foundations, has spent over $32 billion advancing left-wing causes around the world. In the US, he's backed radical criminal justice reforms, including soft-on-crime prosecutors, bail elimination and drug decriminalization. Soros, who at age 94 has largely receded from public life and has handed the reins of his empire to his son, Alex, is one of the Democratic Party's biggest donors, funneling hundreds of millions into liberal Super PACs and candidates like Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden. He also funded efforts to oppose Trump and other conservatives. In the 2022 midterms alone, Soros was the single largest political donor, contributing over $125 million to left-wing political groups and campaigns. Bessent has taken on an unusually prominent role for a Treasury chief, serving as the lead negotiator in ongoing trade talks with China, Japan and other Asian countries. 4 Soros, 94, has stepped back from public life. He has handed the reins over to his son, Alex Soros (left). alexsoros/Instagram He is scheduled to visit Japan next week, although the Treasury Department has stated that trade will not be a topic of discussion. Meetings with Chinese officials and Indonesia's coordinating minister for economic affairs are also expected to take place soon. During his remarks in Sun Valley, Bessent pushed back against critics who claim Trump often escalates trade conflicts only to back down. He dismissed the label 'TACO trade,' a term coined by a Financial Times columnist meaning 'Trump Always Chickens Out.' Instead, Bessent characterized Trump's approach as more aggressive and likened it to the acronym 'FAFO,' which stands for 'F— Around and Find Out,' a phrase popular on social media.
