Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

Elderly Vendor Refuses to Sell Until Daily Quran Recitation is Complete - Iraq

In a unique scene within the Erbil market a citizen named Osman Ahmed Marouf has continued reading the Holy Quran for 30 years in front of the city s ancient Citadel. Mam Osman, who is 80 years old earns his living by selling cigarette packs and lighters. Every day before starting his work, he follows a fixed schedule of reading one part Juz of the Holy Quran. Only after he finishes his reading does he begin his daily trade. Through this routine, he completes a full recitation Khatm of the Quran once a month. Despite his advanced age this citizen is seen in the same spot daily and has become a prominent symbol of the market. As he indicates this reading has become an inseparable part of his daily life. January 19, 2026. Photo by Rashid Othman Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Celebration of The Feast of Saint Anthony Abbot - Corsica

Many locals celebrated Saint Antoine Abbe (St Antoine Abbot), patron saint of shepherds and farmers in the village of Aregno. At the end of mass, the priest proceeded to bless the oranges, a symbol for the village. In Aregno, Corsica, France on January 18, 2025. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Brigitte Bardot Funeral - Saint-Tropez

Brigitte Bardot Funeral - Saint-Tropez

Caroline Margeridon arriving at Notre-Dame de l'Assomption church, for the funeral ceremony for late French actress Brigitte Bardot, in Saint-Tropez, southeastern France, on January 7, 2026. French film sensation Brigitte Bardot, a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s and 1960s who reinvented herself as an animal rights defender and embraced far-right views, died on Decmber 28, 2025 aged 91. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Brigitte Bardot Funeral - Saint-Tropez

Brigitte Bardot Funeral - Saint-Tropez

Caroline Margeridon arriving at Notre-Dame de l'Assomption church, for the funeral ceremony for late French actress Brigitte Bardot, in Saint-Tropez, southeastern France, on January 7, 2026. French film sensation Brigitte Bardot, a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s and 1960s who reinvented herself as an animal rights defender and embraced far-right views, died on Decmber 28, 2025 aged 91. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM