François Mitterrand's advisor dies by suicide at the Élysée Palace

François de Grossouvre, a close friend and advisor to President François Mitterrand, died by suicide at the Élysée Palace on April 7, 1994. Grossouvre, 76, had a long and complex relationship with Mitterrand, serving as a political advisor, sponsor, and confidant. Their bond, forged in the 1960s, saw them through political struggles and personal matters, including Grossouvre becoming godfather to Mitterrand's daughter. Once a trusted confidant, Grossouvre fell out of favor, feeling increasingly isolated and disillusioned with Mitterrand's second term. He reportedly began leaking information and expressed deep disappointment with the direction of the presidency.