At a Glance
- Chappell Roan retracts praise for Brigitte Bardot after learning of her political ties.
- Bardot’s death sparks mixed tributes and a reminder of her legacy.
- Roan’s Instagram post reveals shock at Bardot’s far-right stance.
- Why it matters: The singer’s reversal highlights how public figures respond to revelations about admired icons.
Chappell Roan, 27, publicly reversed her earlier admiration for the late French actress after discovering Bardot’s far-right affiliations. The singer posted a story on Instagram, expressing disbelief and disappointment over Bardot’s political beliefs.
Roan’s Instagram Reaction
Chappell Roan stated:
> “Holy (expletive) i did not know all that insane (expletive) Ms. Bardot stood for,”
Chappell Roan added:
> “I do not condone this,”
> “very disappointing to learn” about Bardot’s political beliefs.
Bardot, known for her roles in And God Created Woman and Contempt, had publicly supported far-right figures, including Jean-Marie Le Pen, and faced fines for inciting racial hatred against Muslim immigrants. Her 1996 memoir declared support for Jean-Marie Le Pen, and her fourth husband Bernard d’Ormale served as one of his advisers.
Bardot’s Legacy and Death
Bardot died Sunday at her home in southern France at age 91. She had been hospitalized the month before her death.
Bruno Jacquelin, a representative of Bardot’s animal-rights foundation, told the Associated Press:
> “She died at her home in southern France. She was 91.”
Bardot was a noted advocate for animal rights, establishing a foundation that lobbied for welfare legislation and helped secure convictions against animal abusers.
Mixed Tributes
French President Emmanuel Macron said Bardot “embodied a life of freedom.”
Far-right National Rally leader Jordan Bardella called her a “passionate patriot” who symbolized “an entire era of French history.”
Key Takeaways
- Chappell Roan publicly withdrew praise for Bardot after learning of her far-right ties.
- Bardot’s death prompted tributes that highlighted both her artistic legacy and controversial politics.
- Bardot’s activism in animal rights remains a notable part of her public image.
The singer’s reversal underscores how revelations about a cultural icon can prompt public figures to reconsider their endorsements.
