PARIS (AP) — Actress and singer Jane Birkin has died at age 76, according to the French culture ministry and French media.
The British-born star was known for her musical and romantic relationship with French singer Serge Gainsbourg. Their songs included the scorching “Je t’aime moi non plus”.
France’s culture ministry tweeted that Birkin died on Sunday. He hailed her as a “timeless Francophone icon”.
French media Liberation and BFM TV reported that Birkin was found dead at her home in Paris. French newspaper Le Figaro reported that Birkin had suffered from health problems in recent years which prevented her from performing and her public appearances became rare.
BFM TV said Birkin suffered a mild stroke in 2021, forcing her to cancel shows that year. She canceled her shows again in March due to a broken shoulder blade.
A return to the stage in May has been postponed, the French broadcaster said, quoting the singer as saying she needed a bit more time and promising her fans she would see them again in the fall.