Omar Sy on Lupin Season 4 and Louvre Heist Reaction
Omar Sy discusses Lupin Season 4, his stunned reaction to the Louvre heist, and France's social divides.
In brief
Omar Sy discusses Lupin Season 4, his stunned reaction to the Louvre heist, and France's social divides. Omar Sy, star of Lupin, reacts to the Louvre heist by saying it was inspired by his show and expresses concerns about France's social fractures. Originally reported by TIME.
Omar Sy meets with fans
Omar Sy, 6-foot-3, sits on a leather sofa in La Plaine Saint-Denis after promoting Lupin Season 4.
Lupin Season 4 milestone
Lupin has become the most-watched non-English language series globally on Netflix.
Lupin's creative vision
Sy co-produced Lupin with Carrousel Studios, aiming to make a show that does France proud.
Sy's role in Lupin
Sy plays Assane Diop, a thief who uses his elusiveness and aikido-like skills to right wrongs.
Louvre heist reaction
Sy was stunned by the Louvre heist, which echoed Lupin's heist scenes, and felt guilty about his influence.
Sy's French identity
Sy feels like an ambassador for France, having lived abroad for 14 years and representing French culture globally.
Social divides in France
Sy says France is deeply fractured, with bridges becoming harder to build between communities.
Vivre-ensemble erosion
Sy claims the term 'vivre-ensemble' has been overused and politically co-opted, losing its original meaning.
Presidential election concerns
Sy worries about France heading toward a fractured political landscape ahead of the 2027 election.
Racism in France
Sy states he experiences more racism in France than in the United States, with less legal protection.
Parenting concerns
Sy worries about how late society discovers issues affecting children, especially in the context of modern parenting.
AI in filmmaking
Sy believes AI should remain a tool for creation, not a replacement for human creativity in filmmaking.
Sy's life journey
Sy was born in Trappes, raised in the banlieue, and has children in Trappes and Los Angeles.
Sy's future plans
Sy plans to stay involved in filmmaking and other ventures, including Paris Basketball and Senegalese projects.
Sy's perspective on fame
Sy says he is not a symbol but a person who responds to questions about France and social issues.
What happens next
Sy will vote in the 2027 French presidential election and continue advocating for social unity and understanding.
The short version
Omar Sy, star of Lupin, reacts to the Louvre heist by saying it was inspired by his show and expresses concerns about France's social fractures.
