Brigitte Bardot, the iconic French actress and animal rights activist, passed away at 91. She was known for her strong condemnation of the fur industry, famously stating, "To possess a fur coat is to wear a cemetery on one's back." Bardot criticized fellow actress Sophia Loren for promoting fur, calling it "blood money." Her activism focused on giving a voice to animals, reflecting a life dedicated to their welfare after her film career.