Happy birthday! Brigitte Fossey turns 80 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 80 on Monday, Jun. 15, 2026.

Brigitte Fossey is celebrating her 80th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Brigitte Fossey (Ready for Love, Forbidden Games, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 80th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Fossey, a cultural icon

Born in Tourcoing on June 15, 1946, Brigitte Fossey's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Fossey's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Brigitte hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Brigitte Fossey as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 80.

Happy Birthday, Brigitte, you're the best!

Brigitte Fossey career in pictures

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