The 95th Miss France election took place at the Futuroscope Arena, hosted by Jean-Pierre Foucault, celebrating his 30 years with the contest. Angélique Angarni-Filopon, at 34, made history as the oldest winner, despite not being the public’s favorite. The jury, led by Sylvie Vartan, favored Miss Martinique. Angélique reflected on her journey, advocating for women to embrace new opportunities at any age, highlighting her growth and confidence gained through the competition.
Miss France 2025 Crowning Highlights
The spotlight shone brightly on the Futuroscope Arena this past Saturday, December 14, during the glamorous 95th Miss France election. The event featured Cindy Fabre, Miss France 2005 and the current general director of the Miss France organization, alongside the beloved host Jean-Pierre Foucault, who celebrated his remarkable 30-year journey presenting the contest. To honor this significant milestone, the 77-year-old host received a special Miss sash, commemorating his enduring legacy since he began hosting on TF1 in 1995.
Angélique Angarni-Filopon: A Historic Win
In a night filled with breathtaking performances, Angélique Angarni-Filopon was crowned Miss France 2025, succeeding Ève Gilles, Miss Nord-Pas-de-Calais 2023 and Miss France 2024. At 34, Angélique has made history as the oldest contestant to win the prestigious title, setting a new benchmark in the competition.
Despite her victory, it’s interesting to note that Angélique was not favored by the public based on the voting results. Just moments after her crowning, the results were disclosed by the bailiff, emphasizing that both viewer votes and jury scores hold equal weight in determining the final outcome. The public’s favorite was Sabah Aïb, Miss Nord-Pas-de-Calais, followed closely by Miss Martinique, Miss Guadeloupe, Miss Corsica, and Miss Côte d’Azur.
In contrast, the jury, which was entirely female and chaired by Sylvie Vartan, named Miss Martinique as their preferred choice. Angélique Angarni-Filopon secured her first place ranking, followed by Miss Corsica, Miss Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Miss Guadeloupe, and Miss Côte d’Azur. Ultimately, Miss Martinique triumphed with a score of 9 points, leading her first runner-up, Miss Nord-Pas-de-Calais, by just one point, who finished with 8. The rest of the results included Miss Corsica with 6 points, Miss Guadeloupe with 5 points, and Miss Côte d’Azur with 2 points.
Reflecting on her remarkable journey, Angélique shared her thoughts on age and opportunities, stating, “It’s never too late.” Despite moments of self-doubt throughout the competition, she remained true to herself. “Winning Miss Martinique gave me confidence, but seeing my competitors made me question my chances. Yet, here I stand today,” she expressed. Angélique emphasized the importance of embracing new beginnings, encouraging women to pursue change at any stage in life. “In my twenties, I was on a quest for identity, but I’ve truly found my stride in my thirties,” she concluded.