French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot dies at 91

2025-12-28 12:01:56 / SHOWBIZ ALFA PRESS

French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot dies at 91

In the early 1970s, she announced her retirement from acting and became increasingly involved in public and political life, focusing primarily on the protection of animal rights, a cause to which she was dedicated until the end of her life.

Born in 1934 in Paris, Brigitte Bardot grew up in a wealthy and traditionally Catholic family. Her talent for dancing led to her being accepted to study ballet, securing a place at the Conservatoire de Paris. At the same time, she worked as a model and in 1950, at the age of just 15, she appeared on the cover of Elle magazine.

Her modeling career paved the way for her to film. During an audition, she met Roger Vadim, whom she married in 1952, after turning 18. Initially, she played small roles, but over time she gained more and more attention. In 1955, she starred alongside Dirk Bogarde in the film “Doctor at Sea”, a huge success in the United Kingdom, according to “The Guardian”.

With her career, style, and cultural influence, Brigitte Bardot remains one of the most iconic figures of French and world cinema.

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