Brigitte Bardot Hospitalized in Toulon following surgery for Undisclosed Illness
Toulon, France – October 17, 2025 – French actress and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot has been hospitalized in Toulon for several weeks following surgery related to a serious, but unspecified, health issue. While details remain scarce, reports indicate the 89-year-old’s condition is considered concerning, though her recovery appears to be progressing positively.
The former cinematic icon, renowned for her roles in films like And God Created Woman, has largely withdrawn from public life, residing in Saint-Tropez for manny years. This hospitalization raises concerns among fans and those following her decades-long advocacy for animal welfare. Bardot’s entourage has maintained official silence, but local news outlets suggest a potential hospital discharge is anticipated should her betterment continue.
Bardot’s recent literary endeavor, My BBcedar, published in late September 2025 by Fayard, offers a personal glimpse into the life of the actress, described by the publisher as a celebration of her “independence, commitment and audacity.” Within the book,she penned the sentiment,”Freedom is being yourself,even when it bothers you.”
A star of the 1950s and 60s,Bardot transitioned from acting to become a prominent voice for animal rights,founding the Fondation Brigitte Bardot in 1986. Her current health situation underscores the fragility of even the most enduring public figures and highlights the ongoing interest in her life and work.
