Gilbert Millet (27 December 1930 – 1 February 2024) was a French physician and politician of the French Communist Party (PCF). He served multiple terms as a deputy in the National Assembly representing Gard's 4th constituency and was mayor of Alès from 1985 to 1989.
Political Career
Millet was first elected to the National Assembly in 1967 for a brief mandate lasting just over a year. He was elected again in 1973, defeating Robert Verdier of the Socialist Party and Pierre Jalu of the Union of Democrats for the Republic. He served until 1981, when he was defeated by socialist Alain Journet. Millet returned to the National Assembly for a third term in 1988, serving until 1993.
During his time out of parliament, he joined the cabinet of Minister of Health Jack Ralite. He also served as mayor of Alès from 1985 to 1989.
Personal Life and Death
Born in Paris on 27 December 1930, Millet moved to the commune of Le Vigan in the Gard department to establish his general medical practice. He was married to Marie-Thérèse Delaby, with whom he had one daughter. He died in Saint-Leu-la-Forêt on 1 February 2024 at the age of 93.
