At a Glance
- Brigitte Bardot, 91, died Sunday in southern France.
- Funeral set for January 7 at Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church in Saint-Tropez.
- Burial will be in a private marine cemetery overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Why it matters: The former cinema star’s passing and memorial will draw fans and locals who cherish her influence on the Riviera.
Bardot died Sunday at her home in southern France, leaving behind a legacy that helped make Saint-Tropez a global icon. The funeral is scheduled for next week, with a ceremony at the Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Church and a public homage for fans.
Funeral Arrangements
The ceremony will take place at the church, broadcast on two large screens set up at the port and on Place des Lices, and will be followed by a public homage at a nearby site. The burial will occur “in the strictest privacy” at a marine cemetery overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, according to the town hall statement.
Statement from Saint-Tropez authorities
> “Brigitte Bardot will forever be associated with Saint-Tropez, of which she was the most dazzling ambassador. Through her presence, personality and aura, she marked the history of our town.”
Personal Tributes
Marie-Jeanne Bardot, known as Mijanou, posted a photo of Brigitte at age 12 on Facebook, accompanied by a message honoring “the one I adored more than anything.” She wrote that Bardot now “knows whether our beloved pets are waiting for us on the other side. Let her not be afraid, and let her instead be in the love and joy of reuniting with them all.”
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Funeral | January 7 | Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Church |
| Broadcast | January 7 | Port and Place des Lices |
| Burial | January 7 | Marine cemetery |
| Public homage | January 7 | Nearby site |
Key Takeaways
- Brigitte Bardot, 91, passed away Sunday in southern France.
- Funeral scheduled for January 7 in Saint-Tropez with a private burial.
- A public homage will allow fans to honor her legacy.
The city of Saint-Tropez bids farewell to a cultural icon, ensuring her memory remains woven into the Riviera’s history.
