Franco-British artist Jane Birkin, renowned for her singing and acting career, passed away at 76. She was found dead at her home in France.
Her death garnered reactions from fans worldwide, with President Emmanuel Macron hailing her as a French icon.
Born in London in 1946, Birkin had a prolific career in French cinema and pursued a successful solo singing career.
In 1968, she starred alongside Serge Gainsbourg in a film, marking the beginning of their famous 13-year relationship.
Birkin became a sex symbol with her doe eyes, soft voice, and androgynous silhouette. Her steamy duet with Gainsbourg, “Je t’aime … moi non plus,” achieved global success despite controversies.
She received numerous awards, including the OBE and the French Ordre National du Mérite.
Jane Birkin was also the inspiration behind the iconic Hermes Birkin handbag, owned by many celebrities worldwide.
In recent years, health issues, including a mild stroke and a broken shoulder blade, affected her performances.
