French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron are in the spotlight again after journalist Florian Tardif's new book, titled “(A (Nearly) Perfect Couple),” claims that a text message from Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani led to a public disagreement between the couple aboard a presidential plane in Vietnam in May 2022. Tardif asserts that Brigitte saw a message from Macron stating, “I find you very pretty,” which sparked tension. While the Elysee Palace initially described the incident as lighthearted, Tardif's revelations suggest a deeper conflict, with officials later regretting their dismissal of the situation. Brigitte's representatives have firmly denied the allegations, stating she does not check her husband's phone. This controversy has reignited discussions about the couple's relationship, including their significant age difference and past scrutiny. The public's fascination with the Macrons continues, especially following Donald Trump's remarks referencing the incident earlier this year.