Brigitte Bardot’s funeral will take place on January 7, 2024, in the French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez, where she spent much of her life and which she helped popularize. Bardot, a celebrated actress and animal rights activist, passed away on January 1, 2024, at the age of 91 in southern France. Local authorities confirmed that a public ceremony will be held, with live broadcasts on large screens at the town’s port and central square.
The ceremony will precede a private burial at the local cemetery, which overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. Following the burial, a public homage will allow fans and admirers to pay their respects to the iconic star.
Clooneys Granted French Citizenship
In other news from France, Hollywood couple George and Amal Clooney, along with their twins, have officially been granted French citizenship. The announcement was made by the French government and published in the Journal Officiel over the weekend. Amal Clooney, a prominent human rights lawyer, was naturalized under her maiden name, Amal Alamuddin.
The Clooneys purchased a property in France in 2021, which George Clooney described in an October interview as their primary residence. He expressed a desire for a quieter lifestyle for his family, contrasting with the culture of Hollywood. Representatives for the Clooneys have not commented on the citizenship news.
Chevy Chase Documentary Offers Insight into His Life
Meanwhile, actor Chevy Chase is the focus of a new documentary titled “I’m Chevy Chase and You’re Not,” which premieres on CNN on January 1, 2024. Directed by Marina Zenovich, the film delves into Chase’s complex personality, exploring his journey from a troubled childhood to iconic roles in “Saturday Night Live” and “Community.” The documentary features insights from notable figures such as Dan Aykroyd and Beverly D’Angelo. Chase has acknowledged the film as both painful and enlightening, likening the experience to a massage.
In other developments, actor Mario Rodriguez has accused Tyler Perry of assault, claiming incidents occurred between 2014 and 2019. Rodriguez filed a lawsuit last week and has since communicated with Perry via text messages, expressing gratitude and discussing financial difficulties. Perry has vehemently denied the allegations, with his attorney labeling the lawsuit as a “$77 million money grab scam.”
Hollywood Honors and Film Releases
In the realm of honors, Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo have been recognized in King Charles III’s New Year’s honors list for their contributions to public life in the UK. Elba, known for his roles in “The Wire” and “A House of Dynamite,” was knighted for his work with youth through the Elba Hope Foundation.
As for cinema, the holiday season has seen strong ticket sales with “Avatar: Fire and Ash” leading the box office, earning an estimated $88 million over the four-day weekend. Independent film “Marty Supreme” also performed well, grossing $27.1 million. These films contribute to Hollywood’s recovery after a challenging year.
As 2024 begins, audiences are encouraged to catch up on the best films and television of the past year, including the highly anticipated performances on “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest,” available for streaming on ABC.com.
