Brigitte Bardot, 91, was recently rushed to hospital earlier this month for a "serious illness" and an update about the iconic French actress' health has been issued View 3 Images Brigitte rose to fame in the 1960s (Image: Hulton Archive, Getty Images)

Brigitte Bardot was recently rushed to hospital following a "serious illness". The iconic actress is now recovering at home after being released. The 91-year-old film legend reportedly underwent surgery after she was admitted to a private hospital in Toulon, France earlier this month. ‌

The exact nature of her health issue has not been disclosed by her representatives, but they confirmed the news to the French news agency AFP, as reported by the Mirror, and expressed gratitude towards the staff and surgical team at the Saint-J

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