How old was Jane Birkin when she got married?

Her first marriage came at 17, when Birkin married composer John Barry, himself famous for composing the iconic ‘James Bond’ theme. Birkin and Barry had a daughter, Kate, but their marriage fell apart after only three years. Two years later, on a set of a romantic comedy in Paris, she met French singer and songwriter … Read more

Why is Jane Birkin so famous?

A talented artist, Jane Birkin has enjoyed a long career in the arts as a singer, songwriter, actress, and director. However, it is her reputation as a style icon (fashion), and more specifically being the namesake of the iconic Hermès Birkin bag for which she is best known.