Brigitte Bardot inheritance row deepens after private letter to partner leaked

The inheritance dispute over Brigitte Bardot has escalated following the leak of a letter revealing her estrangement from partner Bernard de Chiara. The letter, dated November 2022, accuses de Chiara of emotional harm and expresses her distress over their relationship. Following Bardot's death, her estate was divided between her son and the Brigitte Bardot Foundation, with no mention of de Chiara. He has since been forced to vacate their shared home, La Madrague, and is reportedly without financial resources. The Foundation has accused him of removing items from the estate, while de Chiara criticizes the Foundation for quickly selling Bardot's belongings after her passing. The Foundation plans to manage Bardot's properties, which require significant upkeep, and is exploring options for public access to La Madrague.