French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91

French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot, known for her roles in 50 films and as a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s, has passed away at 91. Bardot retired in 1973 to focus on animal welfare, establishing the Brigitte Bardot Foundation, which mourned her passing. Despite her controversial reputation in later years due to homophobic remarks, Bardot's legacy as an actress, singer, and animal rights activist remains celebrated.