Jane Birkin, a 1960s wild child who became a beloved figure in France, has died in Paris at age 76.
The French Culture Ministry said the country had lost a “timeless Francophone icon.”
Local media reported she had been found dead at her home, citing people close to her. Birkin had a mild stroke in 2021 after suffering heart problems in previous years.
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The French Culture Ministry tweeted that Birkin died on Sunday. It hailed her as a “timeless Francophone icon."
Jane Birkin is a muse and style icon known for her effortless, bohemian chic looks. She popularized the iconic "Birkin Bag," named after her, which is a luxury handbag made by Hermès. The bag is considered one of the most prestigious and sought-after accessories in the fashion world.
According to French news outlets Liberation and BFM TV, Birkin was found dead at her home. Another French media outlet, Le Figaro, reported that Birkin had suffered from health issues in the past few years that kept her from performing and her public appearances became sparse.
Beyond her collaborations, Birkin also achieved considerable success as a solo singer, releasing 14 albums throughout her career. Some notable works include Diable et ses anges (1974), lolita go home (1982), and Rendez-vous (1990). She also made notable appearances in films such as Blow-Up, Death on the Nile, and The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover. While her connection with Gainsbourg elevated Birkin to household recognition, she quickly established herself as a prominent figur ..
Gainsbourg’s drinking eventually got the better of the relationship, and Birkin left him in 1981 to live with film director Jacques Doillon. However she remained close to the troubled singer until his death in March 1991.
Jane had just placed a straw bag in the overhead compartment for her seat, but the contents fell to the deck, leaving her to scramble to replace them. Jane explained to the chief executive of one of France’s leading luxury firms that it had been difficult to find a leather weekend bag she liked.
She is survived by two daughters, the singer and actor Charlotte Gainsbourg, born in 1971, and Lou Doillon, also an actor, born in 1982. She also had a daughter, Kate, who was born in 1967 and died in 2013.
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