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The decision to kill off Roland was a creative choice to provide a definitive and moving climax for the fans. By removing the show’s "anchor," writers were able to explore the vulnerability of the remaining characters as they faced a future without their mentor.

Roland Marci, portrayed by Michel Cordes since the show's debut in 2004, passed away from a sudden heart attack in the middle of the Place du Mistral. The scene was staged with high emotional stakes: The decision to kill off Roland was a

: He died in the very square that served as the heart of the show for 18 years. Impact on the Mistral just moments before collapsing.

: Roland was playing with his grandson, Kilian, just moments before collapsing. The decision to kill off Roland was a