Virginie Efira, now a Lancôme ambassador, embraces motherhood after welcoming her son Hiro in August 2023. Reflecting on her evolving journey, she balances her roles as a mother with humor and tranquility, contrasting her experiences with her daughter Ali. With newfound maturity, she addresses societal perceptions of late motherhood and prepares to return to acting in two promising projects. Efira emphasizes the joy and fulfillment in her life, highlighting the harmonious blend of family and career.
Virginie Efira Embraces Motherhood and New Beginnings
Virginie Efira is currently in a remarkably rewarding phase of her life. Recently appointed as France’s ambassador for Lancôme, she has been vocal about her perspective on beauty at every stage of life. The actress is relishing her journey into motherhood after the arrival of her son, Hiro, in August 2023. This unique name, influenced by Polynesian culture, symbolizes her love for actor Niels Schneider. Taking nearly a two-year hiatus from her career has allowed her to deeply immerse herself in this new chapter of motherhood, which she describes as distinctly different from her first experience with her daughter, Ali, who is now eleven.
A Transformative Experience of Motherhood
In her latest reflections, the Belgian actress unveils a fresh side of her daily routine. With a touch of humor, she mentions her active involvement in her daughter’s school life software, Pronote. Balancing her responsibilities between the nursery for her son and her daughter’s middle school activities, Virginie navigates her dual roles as a mother with newfound tranquility. “Just because I took a break of almost two years doesn’t mean I was lounging on my couch. I managed both my son entering nursery and my eldest in middle school,” she asserts.
This second journey through motherhood has become a more serene experience for Virginie. She recalls her first experience with Ali, where the pursuit of perfection often led to feelings of guilt regarding her daughter’s time spent with a nanny. In contrast, her approach to motherhood with Hiro is marked by greater maturity and perspective. She attributes this shift to the changing societal attitudes towards motherhood and the unwavering support from her partner, Niels Schneider.
Virginie also highlights the evolving perceptions surrounding late motherhood. She acknowledges that many women may feel overwhelmed during childbirth, even though it is often celebrated as a beautiful moment. “Being able to talk about it makes one feel much better. When Hiro was born, I was aware of all this, and as a result, I was doing well,” she shares, reflecting on the positive impact of collective awareness.
As she prepares to return to the film industry following her family interlude, two exciting projects await her: “Les Braises” directed by Thomas Kruithof, where she plays a worker involved in the yellow vest movement, and “Vie Privée,” alongside Jodie Foster, directed by Rebecca Zlotowski. “The script is wonderful, the cast incredible,” she exclaims about this collaboration with the esteemed American actress.
During an interview with Madame Figaro, Virginie expressed the joy she feels at this stage in her life: “I just had a child at 46, I still have my parents, I work… where are the problems? This is not just a theory on the joy of aging, but I sincerely believe that age is just one factor among others.” Her story serves as a powerful reminder that it is indeed possible to harmonize all aspects of life with grace and serenity, resonating deeply with her audience.