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Brigitte Bardot battled cancer in secret

Hollywood legend Brigitte Bardot endured a secret battle with cancer prior to her death, according to her husband Bernard d'Ormale.

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Brigitte Bardot: French film star's cause of death and final words revealed as funeral held in Saint-Tropez

Her husband Bernard d’Ormale opened up about the late screen star’s final moments ahead of her funeral in France

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French film star to be laid to rest overlooking the Mediterranean

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Final farewell to Brigitte Bardot as Saint-Tropez mourns its ‘dazzling ambassador’

Actor’s funeral took place on Wednesday in the Riviera town with a private service and public homage

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Sex object, animal rights activist, racist: the paradox that was Brigitte Bardot

A fantasy figure for men and women, a victim of press intrusion, a defender of animals … the French actor was also a mouthpiece for racial hatred whose views grew uglier over time

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The legacy of Brigitte Bardot: 'She wasn't an actress, she was a phenomenon'

Brigitte Bardot, who died at the age of 91 on Sunday, lived a life filled with contradiction and controversy, but became a global icon first and foremost through film. RFI spoke to critic and historian Antoine de Baecque about her legacy in cinema and beyond.

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Letter: Brigitte Bardot obituary

Mike Pender writes: Bob Dylan wrote Song to Brigitte at about the age of 15

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Political split over Bardot funeral with Le Pen to attend but not Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron will not attend Brigitte Bardot’s funeral next week in Saint-Tropez, while far-right leader Marine Le Pen will be present, after the late actress’s family declined the idea of an official state tribute.

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French right reignites row over Brigitte Bardot's legacy with call for national tribute

The death of Brigitte Bardot has sparked a fierce political debate in France, after right-wing figures called for a national tribute to the screen legend.

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Here Are Some Of Brigitte Bardot’s Biggest Scandals After Chappell Roan’s Backlash Over Post

“Your inspiration was a racist woman? Interesting."

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Is Chapell Roan Gay? Explanation Emerges Following Backlash Over Bardot Tribute

Get context on Chappell Roan's deleted Bardot tribute, her clarification, and the debate it triggered across social media.

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Announcement made to public regarding Brigitte Bardot’s funeral

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Brigitte Bardot’s funeral to be held next week in Saint-Tropez

A ceremony is scheduled for 7 January and will be broadcast to the public outside of the Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church

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Chappell Roan Deletes Brigitte Bardot Tribute After Fans Resurface Icon's Racist, Far-Right Past

Chappell Roan removed a Brigitte Bardot tribute after fans highlighted the late actor's racist views and far right ties, prompting debate over legacy online.

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Chappell Roan backtracks on Brigitte Bardot tribute

Chappell Roan was "very disappointed" to hear about Brigitte Bardot's views after paying tribute to the French film icon.

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Chappell Roan Retracts Brigitte Bardot Tribute: ‘I Did Not Know… Very Disappointing’

"Holy shit I did not know all that insane shit Ms. Bardot stood for."

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Chappell Roan Learned a Hard Truth About Brigitte Bardot, Who Inspired One of Her Songs

A lot of people are learning about Bardot's dark past.

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Chappell Roan says she doesn’t condone ‘insane’ things Brigitte Bardot stood for: ‘Very disappointing to learn’

French film star and cultural icon, who died Sunday, sparked outrage later in life with her outspoken views on #MeToo, Islam and homosexuality

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10 Photos of Brigitte Bardot: How Quitting Film Turned a Global Sex Symbol Into a Relentless Animal Activist

Brigitte Bardot, iconic 1960s French actress and animal rights activist, has died at 91, leaving a lasting legacy on film and global animal welfare.

The Guardian - UK

Letter: Brigitte Bardot obituary

Quentin Falk writes: Betty Box would recall in her memoir that Bardot’s ‘fractured English charmed everyone’

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Jennifer Aniston And More Pay Tribute To Brigitte Bardot

The world is reflecting on the life and legacy of the French screen legend.

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Brigitte Bardot's Relationship With Her Son Faces Renewed Scrutiny Amid Old Controversies

Explore how renewed discussion of Brigitte Bardot's son has reopened debate around her past controversies and family life.

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Jamie Lee Curtis says mum stopped her from auditioning for lead role in ‘The Exorcist’

Iconic role of the possessed Regan MacNeil eventually went to Linda Blair

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Remembering Bardot: ‘sex symbol', ‘crazy cat lady’ and far-right supporter

International and French media have paid tribute to Brigitte Bardot following her death on Sunday at the age of 91. While some highlighted her reputation as "the biggest sex symbol of French cinema", others drew attention to her role as a "controversial activist".

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Brigitte Bardot remembered as 'legend'

Tributes have flooded in for the late Brigitte Bardot following her death at the age of 91.

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