Bardot and Delon: A friendship in dedication to animal rights
The latest statement announced by the foundation established by Brigitte Bardot, which works to protect animal rights, conveyed that the film star is deeply moved by the death of Alain Delon. The statement, published on Sunday, 18 August, reads that Bardot and Delon shared a deep friendship based on mutual respect for animal rights.
The foundation, which received the news of Delon's death with great sadness, described him as a "memorable artist and a devoted friend of animals" who supported their actions with great commitment.
The statement highlighted that Delon's death is a tremendous blow to the organisation, which has lost "a valuable friend and a person with a big heart." It was also noted that he was a close friend of Brigitte Bardot, the foundation's president, and his death is a tremendous ordeal for her.
Their friendship, based on a shared love for animals and commitment to fighting for their rights, was priceless and genuine - it stated in the release.
Alain Delon died surrounded by family. The film community bids farewell to the legendary actor
Paul Belmondo, the son of the legendary French actor, also expressed condolences and grief on social media over Delon's loss.
"You once told me that you missed my father. Now we will miss you greatly," - he wrote, posting a photo from the 1970 film "Borsalino" of the two great actors.
Delon "died in his home in Douchy, surrounded by his three children and family". The press release was issued by Delon's two sons, Anthony and Alain Fabien, as well as his daughter Anouchka.
