Tiphaine Auzière, daughter of Brigitte Macron, testified in a Paris court about the reported negative effects of cyber-bullying on her mother's health and living conditions. Her testimony occurred during the trial of 10 individuals accused of disseminating claims regarding Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality.
Court Testimony
Tiphaine Auzière, 41, step-daughter of French President Emmanuel Macron, appeared on the second day of a trial in Paris. She stated that her mother's health and living conditions have been negatively affected by cyber-bullying. Ms. Auzière reported observing a "deterioration" in her mother's health since claims about her gender and sexuality began circulating. She mentioned that her mother, Brigitte Macron, aged 72, has become careful about her outfit choices and posture, understanding that her image could be used to support these theories. Ms. Auzière added that her mother is regularly informed of these claims.
Impact on Family
Ms. Auzière indicated that while her mother "learned to live with it," the claims have caused suffering for her grandchildren, who have experienced taunting at school. She highlighted that her mother is not an elected official and had not sought public office.
Nature of Allegations and Legal Proceedings
The trial involves 10 individuals accused of spreading conspiracy theories that allege Brigitte Macron is a transgender woman. Prosecutors are seeking suspended prison terms ranging from three to twelve months for the accused, in addition to fines of up to €8,000 ($9,300). Brigitte Macron and Emmanuel Macron married in 2007. At the time of their marriage, Emmanuel Macron was 29 years old, and Brigitte Macron was 54 years old.