Brigitte Macron, born Brigitte Trogneux on April 13, 1953, in Amiens, France, is the First Lady of France and a former teacher known for her influential role alongside her husband, President Emmanuel Macron[1][7]. She grew up in a prominent family that owned a well-established chocolatier business in Amiens. Educated in Catholic schools, she earned qualifications in literature and French language, later teaching French and Latin in Paris, Strasbourg, and Amiens[1][4]. In 1974, Brigitte married banker André-Louis Auzière, with whom she had three children. After their separation, she met Emmanuel Macron, who was her student in drama class when he was 15 and she was 39. They married in 2007, a union that attracted public attention due to their age difference[1][7]. Since Emmanuel Macron became president in 2017, Brigitte Macron has served as France’s First Lady, actively engaging in social and educational causes. She founded the LIVE Institute, which provides job training for young adults, and chairs the Hospitals of Paris Foundation, supporting healthcare initiatives. Her advocacy extends to anti-bullying programs, reaching millions of students in France[7]. Operating from the Élysée Palace's "Madame Wing," she also advises on policy matters beyond ceremonial duties[7]. Brigitte Macron has faced public scrutiny and legal challenges, including lawsuits against those spreading false rumors about her. Notably, in January 2025, a Paris court ordered damages paid for defamation against her and her family[4]. Despite controversies, she remains a significant figure in French public life, recognized internationally with honors such as Grand Cross orders from several countries[7]. Her impact blends educational commitment with active participation in social policies, making her one of Europe’s most prominent and discussed political spouses.
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