: At 73 (as of 2022), she continues to defend her choice as one of her most defining personal victories.
: While never a wife, she had significant, long-term relationships, most notably with director François Truffaut.
: She raised three daughters from different partners, proving that family doesn't require a traditional marital structure. : At 73 (as of 2022), she continues
: She believes in living truthfully rather than following social norms or "signing a contract" for love.
: The actress often speaks about the beauty of solitude and the strength found in being "the captain of her own ship." Love and Relationships : She believes in living truthfully rather than
: Ardant has expressed that she never wanted to "belong" to someone or have someone "belong" to her. Direct Quotes and Philosophy
: She has stated she preferred the risk of passion over the security of a ceremony. : Ardant views marriage as an institution that
: Ardant views marriage as an institution that can stifle personal growth and creative spirit.