Brigitte Bardot was much more than an internationally renowned actress. In Saint-Tropez, she embodied freedom, a way of life, and a modernity that profoundly shaped the village’s history. Around the world, her image has transcended generations, making her a timeless icon of cinema and a powerful cultural symbol, inseparable from the French Riviera.
Settled permanently at La Madrague, her seaside property in Saint-Tropez, Brigitte Bardot maintained a deep relationship with the town, becoming an essential face of its cultural identity. Her influence transformed the image of the city, attracting artists, celebrities, and visitors from around the world.
After her film career, Brigitte Bardot devoted herself wholeheartedly to animal welfare, founding the Brigitte Bardot Foundation in 1973, a public-interest organization that remains active today in the protection of animals.
Following her death, the city of Saint-Tropez is paying a moving tribute to this iconic figure, honoring her exceptional legacy and ensuring that everything she contributed to the village, its influence, and its history is never forgotten.
