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Brigitte Bardot's Son Attends Her Funeral After Years of Estrangement

Published January 8, 2026, 08:17
Brigitte Bardot's Son Attends Her Funeral After Years of Estrangement

Brigitte Bardot was laid to rest in Saint-Tropez, France, with approximately 1,000 fans, friends, and family members in attendance. Among those present were Mireille Mathieu, Jean-Paul Belmondo's son, Marine Le Pen, and her fourth husband, Bernard d'Ormale. Notably, her only son, Nicolas Sarié, attended despite a long-standing estrangement. Bardot had previously expressed negative feelings about her pregnancy and son in her memoirs, and her husband took custody of him after their divorce. Nicolas Sarié traveled from Norway, where he resides, with his wife, daughters, and grandchildren to pay his respects. Bardot had initially wished to be buried on her estate, 'La Madrague,' but changed her mind before her death in December, opting for the family tomb in the Saint-Tropez cemetery. The funeral procession passed through the port of Saint-Tropez, allowing fans to pay their final tributes. The actress and animal rights activist leaves behind a significant legacy, and her death has sparked debate about whether a state funeral should have been held. Brigitte Bardot, an iconic figure in French cinema and culture, passed away on December 28th, leaving a void in the art world and society. Her funeral marked the end of an era and a remembrance of a unique personality.