[Roger] Vadim became famous worldwide as a director, and I as an actress, but the other side of the coin was terrible. My life was totally turned upside down. I was followed, spied upon, adored, insulted. My private life became public.

I think animals help us live; they've helped me live. It was only when I began to devote myself to protecting animals that I blossomed completely. Taking care of them, looking out for them, has given my life true meaning, a meaning I hope future generations can experience.

Swallows have disappeared, bees are dying out because of pesticides that should have been banned long ago - it's a scandal.

I can't do the same thing every night, the same gestures... it's like putting on dirty panties every day.

No more hard work than look beautiful with eight in the morning until midnight.

Every age can be enchanting, provided you live within it.

Only idiots refuse to change their minds.