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Brigitte Macron's daughter, Tiphaine Auzière, has told a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions online—among them the unfounded rumor that Brigitte Macron is transgender—have significantly harmed her mother's quality of life.

Auzière, a legal professional, was called as a witness in the legal proceedings of 10 individuals accused of online harassment against Brigitte Macron.

Effects on Daily Life

She explained that Brigitte Macron now worries constantly about her demeanor, including her attire to the way she carries herself, because of the apprehension that every photograph may be manipulated to support negative campaigns.

"The consequence is that she systematically needs to be careful to her outfits, how she holds herself, irrespective of her activities in her daily life," she informed the judges.

Accused Individuals and Accusations

The defendants, aged 41 to 60, are in court for digital abuse. A few had limited online influence, while several more were more prominent.

Every defendant is alleged to have posting harmful statements about the first lady's identity. In certain cases, this extended to linking the disparity in years with Emmanuel Macron to hurtful comparisons.

If found responsible, they face as much as 24 months in prison.

Family Impact

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's first marriage, explained how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "deterioration of her physical state" and a "deterioration of her quality of life".

She said, "Scarcely a day goes by when a person avoids discussing this to her."

She emphasized the repercussions on the family, including the younger generation hearing false assertions like "She is lying" or "Your grandmother is your grandfather".

"She does not know how to end it," Auzière testified. "She holds no office, she never asked for any of this, and she is permanently subjected to this abuse."

Court Case Context

The Paris trial represents a recent development in a extended court case addressing the inaccurate allegation that Brigitte Macron was male.

The couple have initiated a legal action in the United States for defamation targeting a media personality who promoted the claim.

The legal filing clarifies that the allegation is totally unfounded and identifies that the person cited is really her brother.

Trial Testimonies

During the trial, a few individuals rejected the charges.

• An individual, holding a public position, asserted he "never intended to inflict damage" and described his posts as humorous.
• A fiction writer stated that his social media shares were presented as "humor" and expressed concern that the case could undermine "freedom of expression".
• Another individual said he shared posts as he believed it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The inaccurate claim about Brigitte Macron's gender spread to some extent because their union has often been a topic of comment in digital spaces.

Brigitte Macron, being two decades older than her husband, originally knew the future president when serving as a educator at his secondary school.

Their bond evolved through theatrical projects, and they entered into marriage in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's separation.

Auzière finished her account by saying that the inaccurate allegations have created a "chaos that continues endlessly" for her mother.