Brigitte Bardot Then & Now: Photos of the French Bombshell in Honor of Her Birthday

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September 28, 2023 2:39PM EDT
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Brigitte Bardot is a world famous actress and sex symbol, known for her role in ‘And God Created Woman,’ and you can check out photos of her, in honor of her birthday, here!

Brigitte Bardot is one of the most famous sex symbols of the 1960s. The French actress began modeling as a teenager, and her breakout role came in 1956 when she was in her early 20s when she starred in ‘And God Created Woman.’ The film turned her into an international star, and she went on to many more critically-acclaimed roles, including ‘Le Mepris’ in 1963, and ‘Viva Maria!’ in 1965. Her performance in ‘Viva Maria’ earned her a Best Foreign Actress nomination at the BAFTAs. 

Brigitte stepped away from acting in 1973, and since leaving, she’s become a very outspoken animal rights activist, even setting up the Brigitte Bardot Foundation, dedicated to protecting animals. She’s also been romantically linked with many different celebrities over the years, before marrying her fourth and current husband, right-wing politician Bernard d’Ormale. Scroll through our gallery to see more photos of Brigitte through the years.

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Brigitte Bardot in 1954

Brigitte Bardot in 1954
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Brigitte Bardot posing on the set of the film, ‘Tradita,’ in 1954.

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Brigitte Bardot In Paris

Brigitte Bardot In Paris
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Brigitte Bardot poses for a photo in Paris in 1952. She was just 18-years-old, transitioning to movies after modeling through her teen years.

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‘Doctor At Sea’ (1955)

‘Doctor At Sea’ (1955)
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Brigitte Bardot is seen in her role as Helene Colbert in the 1955 comedy ‘Doctor At Sea.’ The British film was Brigitte’s first major English-language movie. 

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‘Mio Figlio Nerone’ (1956)

‘Mio Figlio Nerone’ (1956)
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Brigitte Bardot is seen as Poppaea in the Italian comedy ‘Mio Figlio Nerone.’ She starred as Nero’s second wife in the movie, which in English was translated to ‘Nero’s Weekend.’ 

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Brigitte Bardot

Brigitte Bardot
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Brigitte Bardot is seen smoking a cigarette in a vintage photo. She sported a beautiful, long-sleeve blue dress. 

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Brigitte Bardot’s Headshot

Brigitte Bardot’s Headshot
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Brigitte Bardot is seen with her iconic blonde hair in a headshot. Though she was a natural brunette, she dyed her hair blonde for ‘Nero’s Weekend.’ 

January 18, 2018, 11:01AM
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Brigitte Bardot In 1955

Brigitte Bardot In 1955
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Brigitte Bardot is seen in a robe while on-set of a film in 1955. She sported a black headband.

January 18, 2018, 11:01AM
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Vie Privee (1962)

Vie Privee (1962)
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Brigitte Bardot is seen in the 1962 comedy ‘Vie Privee,’ which title translates to ‘A Very Private Affiar.’ The film was partially inspired by Brigitte’s life. 

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‘Love On A Pillow’ (1962)

‘Love On A Pillow’ (1962)
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Brigitte Bardot is seen with her ‘Love On A Pillow’ co-star Samy Frey. The film was a romantic drama, which featured her falling in love with Robert Hossein’s character.

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Brigitte Bardot In 1964

Brigitte Bardot In 1964
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Brigitte Bardot is seen sunbathing on the water in 1964. She looked gorgeous as she rocked a white bikini.

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‘Viva Maria’ (1965)

‘Viva Maria’ (1965)
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Brigitte Bardot stars as one of the titular Marias in the 1965 film ‘Viva Maria,’ about two revolutionaries named Maria, who set out on an adventure. The film earned her a BAFTA nomination. 

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‘Les Novices’ (1970)

‘Les Novices’ (1970)
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Brigitte Bardot is seen as Agnes in the 1970 French comedy ‘Les Novices.’ The actress looked beautiful as she rocked a bikini on a beach.

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Brigitte Bardot In 1987

Brigitte Bardot In 1987
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Brigitte Bardot retired from acting in 1973, and dedicated much of her life to animal rights activism. She’s seen during a 1987 outing with her dog here.

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Brigitte Bardot Promotes Her 1996 Memoir

Brigitte Bardot Promotes Her 1996 Memoir
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Brigitte Bardot is seen at a 1997 event promoting her memoir ‘Initials BB.’ Through her life, she’s written five books, with the most recent being 2006’s ‘Pourquoi?’

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Brigitte Bardot Meets With French President Nicolas Sarkozy

Brigitte Bardot Meets With French President Nicolas Sarkozy
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Brigitte Bardot is spotted meeting with French President Nicolas Sarkozy in 2007. Brigitte has been very dedicated to political causes since retiring from acting. 

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