French presidential couple's viral video reignites controversy
The relationship between Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron has been stirring emotions and prompting numerous discussions for years. Although their relationship began under controversial circumstances, the couple has consistently built a life together. Their relationship is once again making headlines due to an incident on an airplane.
Incident at the airport
The French presidential couple once again found themselves in the media spotlight due to an incident during their visit to Vietnam. In a video that quickly went viral, Brigitte Macron is seen playfully shoving her husband's face on the airplane. This gesture sparked a wave of speculation and comments. The Élysée Palace initially denied the authenticity of the recording but later admitted that this was how the couple expressed affection towards each other.
"It was a moment when the president and his wife were relaxing for the last time before starting their journey, teasing each other. It was a moment of mutual affection. This was enough to give conspiracy theorists some fodder," commented the Élysée Palace. Emmanuel Macron himself addressed the issue, explaining that the recorded scene between him and his wife was "just an innocent joke between spouses."
Controversies at the beginning of the Macrons' relationship
The relationship between Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron has been controversial from the beginning due to the age difference between them. The couple met in 1993 when Brigitte was a French and Latin teacher at La Providence high school in Amiens. Macron, then a 15-year-old student, attended her theatre classes.
Their relationship quickly turned into a deeper feeling, which was met with disapproval from society and Emmanuel's family. The future president's parents transferred him to a school in Paris to end this relationship. Brigitte, who was then married and the mother of three children, decided to divorce in 2006, and a year later she married Emmanuel Macron.
Rumors and accusations
The age difference between the spouses, 24 years, has been and still is a subject of public discussion. Brigitte admitted in an interview that she initially hoped Emmanuel would fall in love with someone his age, but that did not happen. The couple had to face numerous rumours and accusations, including false information about Brigitte's alleged gender correction.
The media and public opinion often commented on their relationship, suggesting that Brigitte has a dominant influence on her younger partner. Rumours also surfaced about the sexual orientation of the president, which Macron vehemently denied.
Emmanuel Macron has repeatedly emphasized that if he were older than his wife, their relationship would not attract such interest, pointing out the existing double standards and misogyny in society.
The First Lady in the shadow of controversies
Despite numerous controversies, Brigitte Macron actively supports her husband in his political activities. She serves as the First Lady, engaging in educational and social projects. Brigitte often emphasizes that despite difficulties and criticism, their relationship is based on strong feelings and mutual respect.
