The passage of Brigitte Bardot put Armament of Búziosin the Lakes region of Rio de Janeiro, in 1964, marked a turning point in the history of the municipality, then district of Cabo Frio.
The French actress, who died this Sunday (12/28), at the age of 91, played a central role in the national and international projection of the city, until then known as a discreet fishing village.
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Remember Brigitte Bardot’s relationship with the municipality
Throughout that year, Bardot visited the region twice. The first happened in January, where he stayed for about four months, in the Manguinhos region, alongside his then partner, producer Bob Zagury. The return took place in December, at a time when the artist’s presence was already attracting more attention from the press and the public.
According to businessman and researcher José Wilson Barbosa, the actress arrived in Brazil in search of peace and found in Búzios an isolated environment, with little infrastructure and few businesses. At the time, reports described the place as a “secret paradise,” far from traditional tourist routes.
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Búzios known throughout the world
The actress’s movements on beaches and city streets attracted the attention of journalists, photographers and foreign visitors. This movement directly contributed to the emergence of the first inns and the start of a tourism-driven economy. According to Barbosa, it was from this moment that Búzios began to be included in the international tourist circuit.
During her stay, Bardot maintained a simple routine, visiting beaches like Manguinhos and spending time with local residents, which deepened her curiosity about the destination.
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Even without returning to town after 1964, the actress left an indelible mark. The city is experiencing accelerated transformations and gaining worldwide recognition.
Currently, Búzios honors the Frenchwoman with a coastline named after her and a bronze statue on the waterfront. According to the Ministry of Tourism, six decades later, the association between Brigitte Bardot and the city remains one of the main symbols of attraction for visitors.
The death of the actress
French actress and singer Brigitte Bardot has died at the age of 91. Recognized as one of the great icons of European cinema, she distinguished herself in the 1950s and 1960s, a period during which she established herself as a sex symbol and a central figure in international pop culture.
Confirmation of the death was made public by the foundation that bears the artist’s name, an institution dedicated to the defense of animal rights. The press release does not specify the date or place of death.
After leaving the film industry, Bardot began devoting her life to animal rights activism, a field in which she worked intensely for decades. The foundation created in his name has become an international reference in this field.
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