Cauet Affair: Julie Ollivier Dies at 28 — Her Family Fights On

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With the death of Julie Ollivier, the Cauet affair has lost a central figure. The 28-year-old was the first woman to publicly accuse television presenter Sébastien Cauet of rape. For people following the case and the confrontation with sexualized violence, her family is now the voice breaking the public silence.

The First Complainant in the Case

According to Closer, Julie Ollivier was the first complainant to file a rape complaint in the Cauet affair. She died at the age of 28. The report points out that behind the publicly known case is a family that is only now becoming increasingly visible.

The Family Wants to Continue the Legal Fight

According to Franceinfo Culture, the family has announced that it will continue the legal fight against Cauet. In doing so, it is breaking the silence surrounding Julie Ollivier’s involvement in the case.

The available reports do not reveal which specific legal steps were announced or what new information has emerged. Closer reports only that the family made an important decision, without explaining the details in the provided excerpt.

The Reason Remains Unknown

According to Libération, the reason for Julie Ollivier’s suicide is unknown. Journalists also report that, in 2025, she additionally filed complaints over cyberbullying and a violation of privacy.

Both the circumstances of her death and the announced next steps therefore remain unclear. However, the family does not intend to let the case rest — a clear statement that public interest in Julie Ollivier’s account continues.

Status: November 6, 2026, further information to follow.