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Brigitte Bardot One of French Cinema’s Most Influential Actors, Dies at 91

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Brigitte Bardot, the pouty, tousle-haired French actress who redefined mid-20th-century movie sex symbols, died on Sunday at her home in southern France. She was 91. Her death was announced by her foundation, dedicated to animal welfare, Fondation Brigitte Bardot.

Ms. Bardot was 23 when “And God Created Woman” (1956) opened in the United States, making her an international star. Critics noted her distinct screen presence, marked by youthfulness and unapologetic sensuality, though the film itself was not highly regarded, but her  husband and director, Roger Vadim, helped shape her public image through several subsequent films.

 

Bardot and Vadim stand at the altar during their wedding ceremony in Paris. — Hulton Archive @Getty Images

Popular as B.B., she appeared in light comedies such as The Bride Is Much Too Beautiful, Babette Goes to War, and The Vixen, while also working with renowned directors like Jean-Luc Godard, Louis Malle, and René Clair. Her performance in Viva Maria! won her the only acting nomination of her career, for best foreign actress from the British Academy. Despite having done a few English-language films, she never worked in Hollywood.

At the height of her fame, Bardot made a huge impact in fashion worldwide with her wild hair, thick eye makeup, and iconic style, which included tight knit tops, skinny pants, gingham and flounced skirts showing off bare, sun-tanned legs.  She transformed St.-Tropez from a quiet fishing port into a fashionable resort town and became the first celebrity to model as Marianne, the symbol of the French Republic, in 1969.

 

Bardot wears a white bikini and stands on a rocky beach in a still from The Girl in the Bikini (1958), directed by Willy Rozier — Hulton Archive @ Getty Image

Bardot wears a white bikini and stands on a rocky beach in a still from The Girl in the Bikini (1958), directed by Willy Rozier — Hulton Archive @ Getty Image

Bardot retired from acting in 1973 to focus on animal rights. In 1986, she established the Fondation Brigitte Bardot, which has cared for more than 12,000 animals in 70 countries. She auctioned personal belongings to fund the foundation, saying she was now giving her “wisdom and experience…to animals.”

In the years that followed, Bardot gained fame for her divisive political views and several convictions for inciting racial hatred, which ruined her public image. She often appeared in public defending animal rights, while expressing hatred for fame, societal standards, and modern movements such as #MeToo.

 

Bardot founder of animal care @ Getty Image

Born in Paris on September 28, 1934, Bardot began modeling as a teenager and made her film debut in 1952. She married four times and had a son, Nicolas Charrier, who reconciled with her in adulthood.

Despite her difficult personal and public life, Bardot remained true to herself. Reflecting on her remarkable life, she said: “With me, life is made up only of the best and the worst, of love and hate. Everything that happened to me was excessive.”

 

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Bella Hadid Brings Brother Anwar as Her Plus-One to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

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Bella Hadid returned to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on May 17 in one of the season’s most anticipated appearances. She showed up at the premiere of Jeanne Herry’s Garance, accompanied by her brother Anwar. Their entrance at the Palais des Festivals set a more relaxed, family-oriented tone for the evening.

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For the premiere, Bella wore a custom white strapless Prada gown with a structured jeweled bust and an ankle-length hem and a trailing train. She completed the look with a satin shawl, pointed pumps, and sparkling Chopard diamonds. Next to her, Anwar wore a classic black tuxedo with a white tie, keeping the look clean and understated.

Photographers caught the siblings walking together at the event, and their low-key coordination stood out against the usual red carpet activity. Earlier that day, Bella was spotted arriving in Nice ahead of the premiere, dressed in relaxed sportswear with no immediate indication she would later appear on the red carpet that evening. It’s classic Cannes for her.

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On May 17, Bella was also seen with her mother, Yolanda Hadid, during a relaxed boat ride along the French Riviera. She opted for relaxed off-duty looks that matched the coastal mood, moving away from red carpet styling.

This marked Bella’s first major Cannes red carpet appearance of the season. She Continues her consistent presence at the festival. Year after year, the festival remains a consistent stage for her, where she moves between couture statements and relaxed off-duty style.

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi Join Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet for a Double Date

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi Join Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet for a Double Date

Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi made another public appearance together in Los Angeles on May 17, joining Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet for a night out. The group was photographed leaving a Fanatics party, with Elordi driving and Kendall riding in the front seat. Kylie, Chalamet, and photographer Renell Medrano sat in the back ,all attempting to avoid cameras as they left the venue.

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The appearance comes just days after Kendall and Elordi were photographed together on a beach in Hawaii during a trip the previous weekend, according to TMZ. The photos showed the two sitting together on the beach with Kendall wearing a bikini and Elordi dressed in a cap and shorts. The beach photos captured the pair in a private coastal setting, carrying the feel of an intimate, low-key date away from the public eye.

Rumors about the two first began circulating during Coachella in April, At the time sources told People and Entertainment Tonight that Kendall and Elordi had been seeing each other privately for several months. One insider noted they had “run in similar circles for years” but had only recently developed an attraction, describing their connection as “easy” due to shared low-key personalities and focus on their careers.

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In January 2026, Kendall spoke on Owen Thiele’s podcast “In Your Dreams” about being in her ‘me era’ after turning 29 in November 2024. She said she wanted a “me year” to focus on herself, while remaining open to what came her way.

The double date with Kylie and Chalamet marks another public outing together, further fuelling relationship speculation, adding another chapter to a rumored relationship that has unfolded gradually over the spring.

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Cardi B and Stefon Diggs Seen Arguing Outside Coffee Shop

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Cardi B and Stefon Diggs were involved in a heated exchange outside a coffee shop and gym in Burtonsville, Md., on May 14, 2026. The public clash came three days after the two appeared affectionate together at Diggs’ Diggs Deep Foundation Mother’s Day event In Washington, D.C., where they were seen together. At the event, Diggs kissed Cardi on the cheek and put his arm around her waist.

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Videos circulating on social media, first published by TMZ, show the rapper, and the NFL wide receiver in a tense conversation outside the establishment. Cardi is seen gesturing toward Diggs during the exchange. A separate angle appears to show someone intervening to keep onlookers at a distance.

Following the footage, Cardi addressed the moment on X, downplaying the seriousness of the situation. “Sometimes I forget I’m a celebrity… damn y’all ain’t never cuss your babydad out when you hungry?” she wrote.

TMZ reported that the argument lasted around 10 minutes and that Cardi was overheard saying, “That bitch is messy.” The specific cause of the disagreement has not been confirmed.

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Diggs and Cardi made their relationship public on Instagram in June 2025 and reportedly ended things before Super Bowl 2026 in February. According to a report from “US Weekly,” the two have been in closer contact recently, with Cardi giving Diggs a second chance.

A source told the outlet that “things are no longer contentious” but that Cardi “is not fully committing” at this stage. Diggs, a free agent after being released by the New England Patriots following their Super Bowl 2026 loss, shares a son with Cardi.

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