Back in 2017, he shared his ideas. “This idea came to my father many years ago, and we thought about it together. The comments below have not been moderated. Last, year, the house-museum of Charles Aznavour was opened at the Yerevan Cascade. In 2016 Charles and Nicolas Aznavour founded the Aznavour Foundation, with the view to continue implementing educational, social and cultural projects. 'His songs were for millions of people a balm, a remedy, a comfort,' Mr Macron said, praising Aznavour for the quality of his lyrics and the promotion of France. A spray of red, blue and orange flowers – the colours of the Armenian flag – was then laid close to the coffin. Speaking about his retirement from ‘the Quotidien show,’ Aznavour revealed that his wife had urged him to retire but all in vain. “Gyumri has a special importance for our family. “We have already moved to Armenia and live here”, Nicolas and his wife told reporters in Gyumri. Speaking to reporters in Gyumri as part of the Aurora Forum events, Nicolas said he now lives in Armenia with the family. By Reuters and Press Association and Sara Malm For Mailonline, Published: 06:50 EDT, 5 October 2018 | Updated: 13:53 EDT, 5 October 2018. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Aznavour started his career as a songwriter for French chanteuse Edith Piaf, who took him under her wing. Nicolas Aznavour with his wife Kristina Sarkisyan (Armenpress)- Nicolas Aznavour, son of late renowned French-Armenian singer Charles Aznavour, moved to Armenia with family. Charles Aznavour started his charitable activity in Armenia following the 1988 devastating earthquake. His current wife is Ulla Thorsell from Sweden, who he married in 1968. Late legend: French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte walk behind Ulla Thorsell, wife of Charles Aznavour, and his children Katia, Seda, Nicolas and Mischa as they follow the late singer's coffin during a national tribute at the Hotel des Invalides in Paris on Friday, First wives: Both Brigitte and former President Nicolas Sarkozy's wife, model and singer Carla Bruni, wore black, Somber: President Macron held his wife Brigitte's hand as they walked behind Aznavour's family, Remembered: Armenian-born French singer Charles Aznavour died on Monday, at the age of 94. The 94-year-old sold upwards of 100 million records during his long career, with his best-known songs - besides the iconic anthem 'She' - including 'Hier Encore' (Yesterday When I Was Young), 'Apres l'Amour' (After Love) and 'La Boheme'. Զրոյց՝ Գործարար Մհեր Առաքելեանի Հետ, Հայաստանի Մէջ Ունեցած Իր Նախաձեռնութիւններուն Մասին. The center will also be a territory of educational and cultural exchange. “Gyumri has a special importance for our family. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Visitors of the center will be greeted by the voice of my father who will introduce them to the most important stages of his life, starting from the emigration of his parents to his victory on the stage.