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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, informed a tribunal in Paris that misleading allegations circulating on the internet—among them the groundless claim that she had a male birth identity—have negatively impacted her mother's personal well-being.

Auzière, a 41-year-old lawyer, served as a witness in the legal proceedings of ten people accused of digital bullying directed at her mother.

Consequences on Personal Routine

Auzière explained that the first lady now feels perpetual anxiety about her appearance, from her attire to how she stands, as a result of the fear that every photograph may be misused to fuel negative campaigns.

"The consequence is that she systematically must be cautious to her clothing, how she holds herself, regardless of her actions in her daily life," she testified.

Those on Trial and Charges

Ten individuals, aged 41 to 60, are in court for internet-based bullying. A few had a small social media following, while others were better known.

Every defendant is alleged to have spreading defamatory content about the first lady's personal life. For some, this included equating her age difference with her husband to hurtful comparisons.

If found responsible, they face up to two years in jail.

Effect on Relatives

She, a family member from Brigitte Macron's initial union, explained how the false claims have caused a "decline of her well-being" and a "deterioration of her overall existence".

She explained, "Not a day passes when a person avoids discussing these claims to her."

She highlighted the effects on the family, including the kids being exposed to hurtful comments like "Brigitte is lying" or "She was born male".

"She has no idea what to do about it," she remarked. "She holds no office, she never asked for public attention, and she is permanently experiencing these attacks."

Legal Battle History

The legal proceedings is the latest phase in a broader legal battle addressing the baseless theory that the first lady is supposedly transgender.

The couple have also filed a US lawsuit alleging slander against a conservative podcaster who promoted the theory.

The case clarifies that the claim is totally unfounded and notes that the person cited is really her brother.

Defendants' Responses

In court, a few individuals rejected the allegations.

• A retired business owner, holding a public position, asserted he "had no purpose to cause harm" and referred to his online statements as ironic.
• A well-known publicist claimed that his social media shares were intended as "satire" and voiced worry that the legal action could endanger "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner testified he disseminated information since he thought it was an international matter with "impact on the nation".

Personal History

The baseless rumor concerning Brigitte Macron's identity spread to some extent because their union has long been a subject of discussion in digital spaces.

The first lady, who is 24 years older than Emmanuel Macron, initially encountered him when she was a educator at his secondary school.

Their relationship grew through theatrical projects, and they entered into marriage in that year, following Brigitte Macron's divorce.

She concluded her account by saying that the inaccurate allegations have produced a "whirlwind that never stops" for Brigitte Macron.