Overview
- Florian Tardif, who promoted his Paris Match book on Wednesday, alleges Emmanuel Macron exchanged months of “platonic” messages with Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani.
- He further claims Brigitte Macron saw a message before the May 2025 arrival in Hanoi, which he says led to the on‑board quarrel seen on video.
- The Élysée and people close to the first lady reject that version, saying she does not check the president’s phone and describing the moment as playful.
- Tardif also portrays strain inside the couple, saying Brigitte wants a quiet retirement while Macron is thinking about a possible 2032 political return.
- No chats or named sources have been released to back the messaging claim, and broad media coverage now centers on the allegation’s credibility and the firm denials.