Brigitte Bardot | Born 1934

Fans of the 1950s and 1960s cinema were likely captivated by Brigitte Bardot’s beauty. Referred to by her initials BB, the actress was known for her liberated roles and often portrayed a woman who had a decadent lifestyle. In fact, she was the symbol of sexiness back then. Sadly, in 1973, the now-88-year-old star decided to leave the entertainment world, though she still gets credit as a pop culture icon.

Unlike other icons who have been consumed by fame and ended up destroying their images, Bardot is different. At the young age of 39, she decided to retire from acting as a “way to get out elegantly.” Quite classy of her, if you ask us. No wonder she’s a part of the Global 500 Roll of Honour of the United Nations Environment Programme, while Los Angeles Times Magazine put her in the second spot of the 50 Most Beautiful Women in Film.