Order “For Merit to Ukraine”: Volodymyr Zelensky awarded actor Alain Delon

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President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the legendary French film actor Alain Delon with the Order “For Merit to Ukraine”. After all, since the beginning of the war, he spoke out in support of Ukrainians.

This was announced by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to France Vadym Omelchenko on Facebook and X social networks, Radio Maximum reports.

The Ukrainian embassy reminded that the 88-year-old actor Alain Delon has spoken out a lot in support of Ukrainians since the first day of the full-scale war in Ukraine.

An extremely rare and unprecedented gesture towards a foreigner, Omelchenko noted regarding the award. actor.

In addition, the famous French actor participated in an interview with Volodymyr Zelenskyi in 2022 and quoted Taras Shevchenko during a television program.

Mr. Delon, dear Alain, I know that you are in a difficult situation and I want to tell you that you are not alone. You have many fans and people who love you. Me and my people, we are always on your side, – declared the Ambassador of Ukraine.

Alain Delon is a French actor, producer, screenwriter and director. He gained the greatest recognition thanks to his participation in the films “In the bright sun”, “Leopard”, “Black tulip”.

L'ambassador d'Ukraine en France Vadym Omelchenko annonce en direct à @viguier_cyril sur @TV5MONDE that President Volodymyr Zelensky @zelenskyyua decerne la “l'ordre du mérite Ukrainien” à Alain Delon. Un geste rarissime et inédit à l’égard d’un étranger. pic.twitter.com/0QBTxDMr30

— TV5MONDE PRO (@TV5MONDE_pro) April 18, 2024