It has been two weeks since English singer and actress Jane Birkin, who became the muse of the 'Birkin bag,' passed away.
Jane Birkin died on July 16, 2023, at the age of 76.
According to foreign press reports at the time of her death, Jane Birkin was found by a caregiver at her home in Paris, France. She was already deceased when found and did not wake up again.
Prior to that, Jane Birkin had been revealing health issues for several years. She suffered a mild stroke in 2021, leading her to cancel performances, and the following year, she postponed a concert in Paris due to a shoulder fracture.
Born in 1046, Jane Birkin was born in London, England, and worked as a singer and actress, traveling between France and other parts of Europe and North America. In 1965, she married composer John Barry, famous for the 'James Bond' series, but they divorced after three years.
Afterwards, she formed a connection with French top singer Serge Gainsbourg through the film 'Slogan.' The two evolved into musical partners and lovers, spending over 10 years together. Although they separated in 1980, their daughter Charlotte Gainsbourg is also a singer and actress, influenced by her parents.
Jane Birkin later married film director Jacques Doillon. She also gave birth to her daughter Lou Doillon and started a family.
In addition, Jane Birkin formed ties with the Korean film industry during her lifetime. She appeared as herself in the film 'Haewon,' directed by Hong Sang-soo, which was released in 2013.
In particular, the deceased was the muse of a global luxury fashion house, H. The 'Birkin bag' is named after Jane Birkin and is known as the symbol of ultra-luxury handbags representing the brand.
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