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Laurence des Cars
Person ExecutiveFormer Louvre director resigns after brazen heist and staff strikes
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Laurence des Cars was the director of the Louvre Museum in Paris, known for her intellectual brilliance but also for being 'prickly.' She resigned months after a high-profile theft of France's crown jewels, which was followed by water leaks, strikes, and criticism over plans for a €1bn renovation. The museum is facing a crisis, with Christophe Leribault taking over as the new head to steer it out of trouble. Des Cars' departure closes a bruising chapter for the world's biggest museum, which has been struggling with its reputation and finances.
Last updated: April 27, 2026
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