Brigitte Bardot is a French actress, singer, and model, born on September 28, 1934. She became a prominent figure in the 1950s and 1960s, known for her beauty and charisma. Bardot starred in several successful films, including And God Created Woman and Contempt, which helped establish her as a cultural icon of the era. In addition to her film career, Bardot was also a fashion trendsetter and became synonymous with the French New Wave movement. After retiring from acting in the 1970s, she became an animal rights activist, dedicating her life to various humanitarian causes.