French icon Brigitte Bardot has been laid to rest in Saint Tropez after a live-streamed funeral service attended by French celebrities and her reconciled son. The service, held at Notre-Dame de l’Assomption, revealed Bardot’s cause of death, announced by her grieving husband. The 91-year-old actress passed away in December at her home in Saint-Tropez due to cancer-related complications.
Large screens were set up in Saint Tropez for fans to watch Bardot’s funeral service live, with her burial taking place at the Marine Cemetery in strict privacy. Despite a strained relationship with her son over the years, recent reconciliations were evident, with Nicolas-Jacques attending the service. The event concluded with tributes from figures like businessman Max Guazzini and singer Mireille Mathieu, honoring Bardot’s legacy.
Bardot’s devotion to animal rights was highlighted during the service, with a touching sign expressing gratitude to her charitable work. The town of Saint Tropez paid its respects to the beloved actress and activist, with crowds gathering to bid farewell to the star who had called it home for over five decades. The hearse, adorned with flowers, slowly made its way to the church, where family members, political figures, and mourners gathered to remember Bardot’s remarkable life and legacy.