French Divided Over Brigitte Bardot's Legacy and Views
TL;DR
French politicians are divided over how to honor the late actress Brigitte Bardot, whose legacy is complicated by her iconic film career and controversial far-right views, including convictions for hate speech; right-wing figures praise her as a symbol of French patriotism, while some left-wing politicians acknowledge her contributions but criticize her political stances.
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