French lawmakers propose national tribute to Brigitte Bardot

French right-wing figure Éric Ciotti has proposed a national tribute to film legend Brigitte Bardot, who passed away at 91, stating that France should honor its “Marianne,” which she represented in the 1960s. Ciotti’s petition has garnered over 23,000 signatures and support from far-right allies. However, Socialist leader Olivier Faure criticized the idea, asserting that national honors are reserved for those who have rendered exceptional service to the nation, highlighting Bardot’s departure from republican values.

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