A French model and actor, who moved in Sydney's exclusive social circles, has appeared before a local court charged with supplying a commercial quantity of cocaine.
Court Appearance and Specific Allegations
Matthieu Frasse-Perange, 38, originally from southern France, faced Waverley Court on Tuesday. The hearing was held at the John Maddison Tower. He is charged with two counts of drug supply and one count of dealing with suspected proceeds of crime under $5,000.
Police prosecutors allege that the French national supplied cocaine in the beachside suburb of Tamarama on November 29. It is further claimed that on the same date, he dealt with a sum of $2,550 believed to be the proceeds of crime.
Social Connections and Legal Proceedings
Frasse-Perange's social media connections include several well-known Bondi party figures. Among them is Raoul Kesby, who was previously jailed for his role in a major Sydney drug supply plot. Kesby was sentenced to a non-parole period of 2 years and 10 months for attempting to supply around 50kg of cocaine, worth tens of millions of dollars.
Dressed in a white t-shirt and navy slacks, Frasse-Perange represented himself in court after his lawyer did not return from holiday. Following a short pause where he attempted to call his legal representative, Magistrate Michael Barko adjourned the case. The matter will return to court on February 4, when Frasse-Perange will be required to enter a plea.
International Modelling Career
The accused has a background in high-fashion modelling. His portfolio includes work for luxury designer Tom Ford and the Australian department store David Jones. According to a European talent agency, he is 185cm tall with an athletic build and green eyes, and speaks French, English, Spanish, and some Chinese.
Frasse-Perange's career has taken him to global hubs including New York City, Hong Kong, and Los Angeles. He attended the Cannes Film Festival in 2023 and has featured in various television commercials. He previously told the Global Times that he began modelling after a motorcycle accident in 2006 and found plentiful work in China's vast market.
The case continues as authorities pursue allegations of serious drug supply within Sydney's affluent eastern suburbs.
