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Gérard Hernandez, the beloved French actor known to many as Raymond from Scènes de ménages, is grieving the loss of his longtime partner Micheline. The couple shared more than six decades together, and her death at 96 has left the 93-year-old performer in mourning.
How a TV role turned a character into a national favorite
Hernandez’s career spanned cinema and television, but it was his role as Raymond on M6’s Scènes de ménages that made him a household name. Since the show’s 2009 debut, his on-screen chemistry with Marion Game drew large audiences and brought the pairing widespread affection.
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When Marion Game passed away on March 23, 2023, at 84, Hernandez openly acknowledged the difficulty of carrying on without his television partner. He described their bond as closer than simple colleagues and said the loss remained painful months later.
A private marriage that lasted decades
Off camera, Hernandez’s deepest attachment was to his wife, Micheline, a former beauty teacher. They met in 1952 during holidays at Le Pouliguen, in Loire-Atlantique, and stayed together ever since.
- Met: 1952, Le Pouliguen
- Shared family: one son and several grandchildren
- Public life: mostly private, with occasional appearances at festivals and premieres
Hernandez often spoke of their closeness, saying Micheline was the anchor of his personal life. He credited their relationship with giving him lasting comfort and loved recalling how they supported each other through low moments.
The recent loss: what we know
According to reports from France Dimanche, Micheline has died at the age of 96. She had been battling cancer for some time. The news marks a second major bereavement for Hernandez after the death of Marion Game.
The actor, now in his nineties, faces the prospect of life without the partner he called indispensable. Friends and fans have expressed sympathy, noting how rare it is to see such a long and close marriage alongside a public career.
Rare public appearances and a discreet public profile
Micheline lived largely away from the spotlight but did appear with her husband on a few occasions. Viewers briefly saw her on-screen in 2013 during a feature about Scènes de ménages. She also posed with Hernandez at events such as the La Rochelle TV Fiction Festival and several premieres.
- 2013: appeared in a TV report about the series
Personal memories and public reaction
Colleagues and fans have paid tribute on social media and in press reports. Many recall Hernandez’s warm, self-deprecating interviews where he credited his wife for steadying his life.
Those close to the actor highlight that, beyond his public persona, he valued family first. The image of two people who weathered decades together has resonated with admirers across France.
