It’s a good one sad news who has turned the media world upside down. An emblematic figure of France 2 and the broadcast Telematin left us, following his illness. A disappearance which leaves a big void in the French audiovisual landscape, so strong was the imprint of this journalist.
During his career, he carried multiple hatshelping to shape information and make it accessible to millions of viewers. Whether at ORTFwhere he made his debut, or on the trays of France 2his professionalism and passion for journalism were unmatched.
A journalist with an exceptional career
It can be said that this journalist has climbed all the ranks of journalism. At ORTF, he was not only the face, but also the voice of French news. With his experience, he has evolved as an editor-in-chief, while continuing to transmit information with the same intensity. He has also traveled to the four corners of the world as a foreign correspondentcapturing major international events to share with viewers.
Its ability to decipher current events has always been appreciated and respected. This is why his reports have left their mark on a whole generation of people. Above all, this journalist launched the first emissions of Telematin at its beginnings in the 80s in co-animation with William Leymergie.
In addition to his career as a journalist, Christian-Marie Monnot was also the channel mediator France 2. In this role, he served as valuable link between the editorial staff and the public, providing clear answers to viewers’ questions about editorial choices. This journalist with an impressive career is Christian-Marie Monnot. Aged 78, he lost his fight against a long illnessplunging the media universe into deep sadness.
Sad news on X and for Télématin
On X, we learn of his disappearance: “#Death of journalist Christian-Marie #MONNOT at 78 years old, from illness. Former ORTF, editor-in-chief, senior reporter, news presenter, foreign correspondent and mediator #France2 (close source).”
With his passing, Christian-Marie Monnot leaves behind a immense journalistic heritage. His rigor and passion for his profession have inspired many reporters and continue to leave their mark on the media world. Although he has left this world, his reports, his interventions and his commitment to information will remain in the collective memory.
