JOURNAL ARTICLE

Brigitte Bardot, Sex Symbol Turned Animal Activist, Dies at 91.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Rascouet, Angelina; Viscusi, Gregory 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the life and legacy of Brigitte Bardot, the French actress who became a prominent sex symbol in the 1960s and later dedicated herself to animal rights activism. Bardot, who passed away at the age of 91, gained fame for her role in the film *And God Created Woman* (1956) and became an iconic figure in French culture. Throughout her life, she faced controversy for her outspoken views on various social issues, including immigration and the #MeToo movement. In addition to her film career, Bardot established a foundation in 1986 that supports animal welfare initiatives. She was married four times and expressed a desire to be buried at her villa in Saint-Tropez, where she cared for numerous animals. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/12, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:190508244
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