The last farewell ceremony of the world-famous chansonnier Charles Aznavour took place in the Armenian church in the center of Paris, Saint John the Baptist Cathedral. It is known that Aznavour was baptized and married in this church.

The Catholicos of All Armenians offered an order of repose. Azatutun correspondent informs that the members of the Armenian delegation were present, including the Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and president Armen Sargsyan, Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Culture.

At the request of Aznavour’s family, the farewell ceremony was not filmed.

A large number of Armenians and French gathered near the church, they sent the remains of the legendary musician to the cemetery with applause.

Aznavour’s funeral will take place today at the family cemetery in the suburbs of Paris.