Jane Birkin, an actress and singer known for her English grace, style, and accented French, has passed away at the age of 76 in her Paris home. She captivated audiences in France with her fashion sense and is best known for her musical collaboration and romantic relationship with French singer Serge Gainsbourg. One of their songs, the steamy “Je t’aime moi non plus,” became a global hit and reached No. 1 in the UK. However, due to its sexual lyrics, the song was banned on radio in several countries and condemned by the Vatican, as reported by the Guardian.
Jane Birkin gained fame in 1966 with her role in the film Blow-Up. She met Serge Gainsbourg when they appeared together in Slogan at the age of 22. They became an iconic couple due to the success of “Je t’aime” and remained close friends until Gainsbourg’s death. During their 12-year relationship, they had a daughter named Charlotte, who followed in her mother’s footsteps as an actress and singer. Birkin starred in approximately 70 films, collaborating with renowned French directors like Jean-Luc Godard and Bertrand Tavernier. She transitioned from playing lighthearted characters to more complex roles in arthouse productions, earning her several award nominations in France.
In addition to her career in the entertainment industry, Birkin was known for her political activism, advocating for democracy and animal rights. She participated in a campaign in 2022 where she and other celebrities in France cut off locks of their hair to support protesters in Iran. Birkin also made a significant impact on the fashion industry, becoming a fashion influencer in France and inspiring the iconic Birkin bag by the luxury brand Hermes. The French Culture Ministry described Birkin as a “timeless Francophone icon.”
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