Dick Rivers’ Daughter in Long-Term Relationship with Global Celebrity
- Today marks what would have been the 80th birthday of French rock and roll pioneer Dick Rivers, and the sixth anniversary of his death at age 74 in...
- The confluence of Rivers' birth and death dates highlights a curious phenomenon.
- Rivers' death in 2019, following a swift battle with cancer, prompted an outpouring of tributes from fellow artists and fans.
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Dick Rivers Remembered on Dual Anniversary: Legacy and a Daughter’s Hollywood Connection
Today marks what would have been the 80th birthday of French rock and roll pioneer Dick Rivers, and the sixth anniversary of his death at age 74 in 2019.Rivers, born in Nice, left behind a musical legacy and two children, including his daughter Natala, whose life once intertwined with a prominent figure in Hollywood.
A Birthday Paradox
The confluence of Rivers’ birth and death dates highlights a curious phenomenon. statistical analysis suggests a slightly elevated risk of mortality on one’s birthday. A study by INSEE indicated an average increase of 6% in the risk of death on a birthday across the general population. This trend appears more pronounced among specific demographics, such as men aged 18-40, where the risk can rise to 24%.
Tributes Following Rivers’ Death
Rivers’ death in 2019, following a swift battle with cancer, prompted an outpouring of tributes from fellow artists and fans. Singer Sheila shared a nostalgic image of Les Chats Sauvages, Rivers’ early band, recalling a vibrant era of French rock. Jean-Pierre Foucault, a radio personality, reminisced about their affectionate relationship and Rivers’ contribution to popularizing rock music in France alongside Johnny Hallyday and Eddy Mitchell. Antoine de Caunes, known for his parody of rivers, acknowledged the passing of a cultural icon.
Pascal Forneri, Rivers’ son, expressed gratitude for the public’s affection during an interview, noting that his father was always appreciative of the support he received throughout his career.
Natala’s Hollywood Connection
In an interview, Natala Rivers spoke of her grief and the difficulty of imagining life without her father. she also recounted an unexpected chapter in her life: a relationship with filmmaker George Lucas.
According to Rivers,the connection began at Disneyland Paris in the early 1990s. Natala, who had an interest in establishing a restaurant near San Francisco, was introduced to lucas. The two formed a relationship that lasted three years. Rivers humorously noted that Lucas could have become his “stepson.”
Rivers maintained a connection with Lucas,later attending the Cannes Film festival as Lucas’ guest for the premiere of “Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith.”