64 Rare Historical Photos
Bridgette Bardot Striking a New Wave Pose
Source: Reddit
Bridgette Bardot was a part of the French New Wave of cinema in the 50s and 60s. She's best known for her work with Jean Luc Godard and Louis Malle. In the span of her career, Bardot appeared in 47 films, performed in numerous musicals, and recorded over 60 songs. She dropped the mic on her career in 1973 and retired from show business at the age of 39. In 1985 she was granted the Legion of Honour award - but refused to accept it. After retiring, Bardot became an animal rights activist. In 1986, she created the Brigitte Bardot Foundation for the Welfare and Protection of Animals - and raised three million francs to fund the foundation by auctioning off her jewellery.
Source: Reddit
Bridgette Bardot was a part of the French New Wave of cinema in the 50s and 60s. She's best known for her work with Jean Luc Godard and Louis Malle. In the span of her career, Bardot appeared in 47 films, performed in numerous musicals, and recorded over 60 songs. She dropped the mic on her career in 1973 and retired from show business at the age of 39. In 1985 she was granted the Legion of Honour award - but refused to accept it. After retiring, Bardot became an animal rights activist. In 1986, she created the Brigitte Bardot Foundation for the Welfare and Protection of Animals - and raised three million francs to fund the foundation by auctioning off her jewellery.
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05 July 2024
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