Natalia Dontcheva passes away at 56

Bulgarian-born actress Natalia Dontcheva died at age 56 after a decade-long illness.

Known for French cinema and TV, notably the French adaptation of 'Doc Martin'.

Her stepson Hugo Selignac paid tribute on Instagram, calling her 'our foundation'.

In 2019, she earned a Prix Iris nomination for Best Supporting Actress for 'Sashinka'.