A resurfaced social media post comparing Brigitte Macron to a young boy reignites a baseless conspiracy theory suggesting she is actually her brother in disguise. The theory, which lacks any evidence, highlights the dangers of online misinformation and transphobia.
A recent social media post comparing Brigitte Macron , the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, to a young boy has reignited a baseless conspiracy theory claiming she is actually a man. This theory, which first surfaced in 2017, gained traction after a self-proclaimed journalist named Natacha Rey suggested that Brigitte Macron was her brother in disguise. Rey's claims were amplified by Amandine Roy, a self-labeled spiritual medium, on YouTube in 2021.
Despite lacking any credible evidence, the conspiracy theory has spread online, drawing hateful and transphobic comments from some users. Others have called out the misinformation, pointing out the obvious familial resemblance between Brigitte Macron and her brother, Jean-Michel Trogneux, in the photo used to fuel the conspiracy. In 2018, Brigitte Macron took legal action against both Rey and Roy, successfully securing a court order for them to pay damages for defamation. This incident highlights a disturbing trend of online harassment and misinformation targeting individuals, particularly women in positions of power. The relentless spread of conspiracy theories, often fueled by prejudice and bigotry, has a detrimental impact on public discourse and can lead to real-world harm. Organizations like GLAAD have condemned this practice, noting its malicious intent to discredit and undermine individuals based on unfounded claims about their gender identity. The French First Lady has remained largely silent on the matter, choosing to focus on her work and her public duties. However, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of online misinformation and the need for critical thinking and responsible online behavior
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