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Remembering Jane Birkin: Iconic French Singer and Actress Passes Away at 76

Jane Birkin is a famous French singer and actress. hailed by the President as France icons Died at the age of 76 in Paris.

Foreign news agencies reported that Jane Birkin, a famous French singer-actress of British descent. Known for her relationship with composer Serge Gensbourg and the inspiration for luxury brand Hermès’ Birkin bag, she died at home aged 76. her in Paris, France on July 16, 2023.

Birkin is the third daughter of Lou Doillon, a French actress, musician and model. She was born in London, England. But her singing became famous in France. She moved there permanently in 1969 before her relationship with Mr Gainsbour made her famous worldwide with the song ‘Je t’aime… moi non plus’ at Gain. Sbourg intended to marry his ex-boyfriend Brigitte Bardot.

Birkin and Gainsbourg recorded the song in 1968 after they met on the set of Slogan, although the song was banned from radio stations in many countries. and condemned by the Vatican City State due to the high content of sexually suggestive lyrics But it was the song that made the duo known internationally.

Emmanuel Macron, the current President of France. Praising Burkin, saying, It’s an icon of France. and is an artist who excels in all aspects who left us with a melody and image that we will never forget, while French Prime Minister Elizabeth Bourne said that Birkin is a transcendence of the times.

Jane Burgun with Serge Gensbourg, famous French musician and composer.

Birkin and Gainsbourg were together for 12 years in a relationship that was up and down and violent. But the two remained good friends after their separation in 1980, and Gainsbourg continued to write songs for her over the years afterward. The couple also have a daughter, Charlotte Gainsbourg, an award-winning actress and singer.

Birkin is also famous as a model. And is the inspiration for the birth of the Birkin bag of the Hermès brand, which all started when Birkin happened to sit next to Hermes CEO Jean-Louis Dumas on board an Air France plane, and she expressed her frustration at the lack of large bags in the market. especially bags for mothers

Dumas then sketched a large rectangular bag there, and the Birkin bag was born as one of Hermès’ most exclusive bags. Some models cost tens of thousands of dollars. And have to order for several months or maybe a year It hits the size of other brands. Start copying it or use it as inspiration.

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