> At a Glance
> – Funeral scheduled for Jan 7 at Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church
> – Service will be shown on two large screens at the port and Place des Lices
> – Burial will be held privately at the marine cemetery overlooking the Mediterranean
> – Why it matters: Fans and the town will honor Bardot’s 91-year legacy in a public yet intimate ceremony
Brigitte Bardot’s death at age 91 has prompted a carefully planned farewell in the town she helped popularise. The ceremony will combine a private burial with a public homage for her devoted followers.
Funeral Arrangements
The town hall announced that the service will take place on Jan 7 at the Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church. It will be broadcast on two large screens set up at the port and in the Place des Lices central square. After the ceremony, a private burial will follow at the marine cemetery, and a public homage will be held nearby.
- Date of service: Jan 7
- Venue: Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Catholic Church
- Broadcast locations: Port screen & Place des Lices screen
- Burial site: Marine cemetery overlooking the Mediterranean
Bardot’s Legacy in Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez town hall said:
Saint-Tropez town hall stated:
> “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.”
The star lived in La Madrague villa for more than half a century and retired from film in 1973 at age 39. Her parents and first husband Roger Vadim are also buried in the same marine cemetery, a final resting place for other local celebrities.
Marie-Jeanne Bardot (Mijanou) posted on Facebook:
> “She 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.”
Key Takeaways
- Funerals set for Jan 7 with a private burial and public homage
- Service broadcast on two large screens in Saint-Tropez
- Bardot’s legacy celebrated by town officials and family
The town’s tribute underscores Bardot’s lasting influence on Saint-Tropez and offers fans a chance to honour her memory in a heartfelt ceremony.
