French actress and activist (1934–2025) Brigitte Anne-Marie Bardot, often referred to by her initials B.B., was a French actress, singer, model, and animal rights activist. She became one of the best-known symbols of the sexual revolution and gained international fame for portraying characters associated with hedonistic lifestyles. Although she withdrew from the entertainment industry in 1973, she remained a major pop culture icon. She appeared in 47 films, performed in several musicals, and recorded more than 60 songs. She was awarded the Legion of Honour in 1985. Wikipedia's most-read article for 2 days in a row: 1,942,269 views in all, peaking at 1,184,177 on December 28, 2025. Sun, Dec 28: 1,184,177 views Mon, Dec 29: 758,092 views Wiki link