This Christmas season, French celebrities shared their festive celebrations on social media, featuring traditional dishes and heartwarming moments. Jean-Luc Reichmann visited children in a hospital, while others like Sylvie Tellier enjoyed lavish gatherings. Former beauty queens like Indira Ampiot and Iris Mittenaere posted joyful experiences, contrasting with Diane Leyre’s unfortunate injury before Christmas. Despite a minor accident, she chose to disconnect from social media to reflect on the past year and set goals for the future.
Celebrity Christmas Celebrations in France
This Christmas season, many stars in France showcased their holiday spirit through social media, providing a glimpse into their festive celebrations. While enjoying traditional dishes like turkey with chestnuts and Yule logs, fans found joy in following their favorite celebrities’ activities, perhaps to steer clear of contentious discussions about the current political landscape, especially with the recent government formation announced by Prime Minister François Bayrou. A heartwarming moment came from host Jean-Luc Reichmann, who made a special visit to children receiving treatment at a Sens hospital on Christmas Eve, while Sylvie Tellier opted for a lavish celebration at a hotel in the capital.
Heartfelt Moments Amidst Holiday Cheer
Many former beauty queens took to social media to share touching moments with their loved ones. Indira Ampiot escaped the dreary weather by soaking up the sun in the Dubai desert, while Iris Mittenaere treated her parents to a delightful dessert crafted by renowned pastry chef Pierre Hermé, all while being accompanied by her beloved dog, Calypso. Cindy Fabre enjoyed a cozy Christmas vigil, listening to vinyl by the fireplace, and Élodie Gossuin embraced her siblings for a warm hug beneath the Christmas tree.
However, Diane Leyre’s holiday was marked by an unfortunate incident. Just hours before Christmas Eve, while Maeva Coucke underwent emergency surgery, Miss France 2022 suffered a forehead injury due to a domestic accident, the specifics of which she chose not to disclose. Sharing her experience on social media, she humorously captioned a photo of herself with a bandage, stating, “We are far from the classic influencer photo on Christmas Eve, but who else but me would open their forehead with a cupboard before dinner?” She later reassured her followers with another image, hinting that she wouldn’t be left with a scar despite a noticeable red mark, expressing her thoughts for those together or apart during the holidays.
Diane’s community rallied around her with supportive messages, with one comment reading, “Miss cata, you remain sublime, Happy holidays,” while others shared their own mishaps from past celebrations. The festive season often leads to accidents, as noted by Lieutenant Patrick Chabada, who explained that the end-of-year holidays tend to result in various domestic incidents. He emphasized the importance of safety while opening oysters or champagne, as these activities can lead to injuries, urging people to aim for the ceiling rather than themselves.
Despite the scare, Diane Leyre appears to be in good spirits and has decided to take a break from social media to recharge. In a story shared on Christmas Day, she announced, “The holidays begin. I am taking the next few days to recharge and put down my phone. Disconnect a bit. Read. Take walks. Unplug.” She emphasized her need to reflect on the past year and set goals for 2025, looking forward to what lies ahead.