(Original Caption) A meditative mood holds French "sex kitten" Brigitte Bardot as she relaxes on the set of the French film A Very Private Affair. The movie is a psychological drama revolving about a blonde beauty who is a composite screen portrait of several famous movie queens. Some of the plot elements are said to parallel some events in Brigitte's own life.
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A look back at Bardot's biggest moments

Brigitte Bardot, the iconic actress known for films like "Helen of Troy" and "Dear Brigitte," has died at 91 years old, according to a statement from her foundation given to CNN on Sunday. After retiring from acting, she carved an unconventional path as an advocate for animal rights. CNN's Stephanie Elam reports.

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(Original Caption) A meditative mood holds French "sex kitten" Brigitte Bardot as she relaxes on the set of the French film A Very Private Affair. The movie is a psychological drama revolving about a blonde beauty who is a composite screen portrait of several famous movie queens. Some of the plot elements are said to parallel some events in Brigitte's own life.
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