Following the death of their mother, Jane Birkin, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Lou Doillon strengthened their ties. This proximity supports Charlotte in her grieving process, she who had already endured the painful loss of her father, Serge Gainsbourg, during her youth.
On July 24, the whole of France witnessed the distress of Charlotte Gainsbourg and Lou Doillon, as they paid a final tribute to their mother, Jane Birkin, at Saint Roch church in Paris. Their lively emotions and moving speeches deeply touched the hearts of the French people. Charlotte, sharing her grief, spoke of the deep bonds between her parents and how the void left by her mother turned her world upside down. But in the midst of this tumult, a ray of hope shone.
Charlotte Gainsbourg is about to share another part of her family legacy: opening the family home of her father, Serge Gainsbourg, to the public. A move that came shortly after the death of his mother, Jane Birkin. Faced with pain, Charlotte was not alone this time.
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Solidarity in pain
She was supported by her half-sister, Lou Doillon. In a recent interview for “Libération”, Charlotte shared the importance of the messages of support they received and how much it eased their pain.
Their mother’s departure was a moment of strengthening ties between Charlotte and Lou. “I rediscovered Lou during this ordeal. She is incredibly present, full of energy and concern. Together, we are unshakeable. I realized the importance of siblings through this ordeal”, confides Charlotte. The strength of their relationship helps them move forward, despite the pain, thus honoring the memory of their beloved mother.