At a Glance
- Brigitte Bardot, 91, passes away in Saint-Tropez.
- Funeral on Jan 7 at Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church.
- Private burial in marine cemetery; public homage follows.
- Why it matters: The star’s life and legacy are celebrated in her hometown, drawing global attention.
Brigitte Bardot, the iconic French actress and animal-rights activist, died Sunday at her home in southern France. According to News Of Austin, Bardot died Sunday at age 91. Her funeral, set for January 7 in Saint-Tropez, will combine a private ceremony with a public homage that has captured international interest.
Funeral Arrangements
The ceremony will take place at the Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church and will be broadcast on two large screens at the port and on Place des Lices central square, as announced by the town hall.
- Date: Jan 7
- Venue: Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church
- Broadcast: two large screens at the port and Place des Lices
- Burial: private at marine cemetery overlooking the Mediterranean
- Public homage: following the ceremony at a nearby site
Saint-Tropez town hall stated:
> ‘Brigitte Bardot will forever be associated with Saint-Tropez, of which she was the most dazzling ambassador… Through her presence, personality and aura, she marked the history of our town.’
Legacy and Tributes
Bardot spent more than fifty years in Saint-Tropez, living in the villa La Madrague after retiring from film in 1973 at age 39. The marine cemetery where her parents rest is also the final resting place of filmmaker Roger Vadim, her first husband.
Marie-Jeanne Bardot (Mijanou) posted a Facebook photo of Brigitte at age 12, saying:
> ‘I adored her more than anything… She now knows whether our beloved pets are waiting for us on the other side. Let her not be afraid, and let her instead be in the love and joy of reuniting with them all.’
Key Takeaways
- Bardot’s funeral on Jan 7 will feature a church ceremony and live-screen broadcasts.
- Her burial will be private in the marine cemetery overlooking the Mediterranean.
- Fans and locals will gather for a public homage, honoring her legacy.
Bardot’s farewell in Saint-Tropez underscores her enduring impact on the Riviera and the world, as fans and locals gather to honor a legend whose life continues to inspire.
