French actor, singer and model, Brigitte Bardot, who ruled French cinema in 1960s has died at the age of 91. Often regarded as one of the greatest screen sirens of the 20th century, and later an animal rights activist, breathed her last in her South France home. 

Brigitte Bardot dies at 91

Bruno Jacquelin, of the Brigitte Bardot Foundation for the protection of animals, confirmed her death. He told The Associated Press that Brigitte died at her home in southern France, although he did not provide a cause of death. He added that no arrangements had yet been made for funeral or memorial services. Notably, she had been hospitalised last month.