The French politician and his wife have recently been in the spotlight after a public exchange between them left many stunned. People have also been discussing his interactions with other women over the years.
President Emmanuel Macron’s public meetings with other well-known women have often sparked widespread interest. Some netizens have even claimed their body language hints at a romantic connection.
Emmanuel Macron speaking to the press on December 12, 2024, in Warsaw, Poland. | Source: Getty Images
June 3, 2025
On June 3, President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Rome and was greeted with military honors by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the Chigi Palace. As she welcomed him, Macron kissed both of her cheeks — a customary gesture — and they shared a brief exchange.
Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni are seen in a close face-to-face greeting at Palazzo Chigi on June 3, 2025. The French president leans in with a slight smile as Meloni meets his gaze, creating a moment that drew public attention.
They then turned toward the cameras, smiling broadly as they shook hands, with Macron giving a noticeable wink. Afterward, the two walked along the red carpet and offered respectful bows before stepping inside the palace.
Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni pose side by side outside Palazzo Chigi, smiling warmly as they shake hands. The moment captures a formal yet friendly exchange between the two leaders.
Inside, they shook hands once more in front of their national flags, smiling warmly before taking their seats and engaging in a friendly conversation.
Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni are caught mid-handshake on a red carpet, with both leaders holding eye contact. Macron smiles broadly while Meloni maintains a composed expression, set against a backdrop of uniformed officials.
Viewers watching from home quickly began speculating about the pair’s chemistry. “I think they are in love 😍😍,” one person commented. Another shared a similar view, “I think that they have been falling in love 😂❤😅.”
Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni lean in closely as they exchange greetings at Palazzo Chigi, holding hands as they stand face to face in front of a line of uniformed officials.
Someone curiously asked, “They will get married?” while another boldly declared, “This is true love.” One more observer noted, “Looking like a couple. And she does not seem like one who slaps men.”
Emmanuel Macron appears to speak softly near Giorgia Meloni’s ear while she closes her eyes, maintaining a composed posture. Their hands remain clasped as they stand close.
As the day progressed, the two leaders continued their engagements with a private schedule that included extended discussions. Their time together reportedly lasted over three hours, beginning with a lengthy one-on-one meeting and continuing through dinner.
Emmanuel Macron leans in to greet Giorgia Meloni with a traditional cheek kiss as they stand closely face to face. Both leaders maintain direct eye contact, with uniformed personnel blurred in the background.
By the end of the evening, Macron and Meloni issued a brief joint statement, highlighting their “strong convergences” and their intention to “coordinate their efforts in European mobilization and action” on significant international matters.
Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni share a firm handshake while standing on a red carpet outside Palazzo Chigi. Macron flashes a broad smile as Meloni looks up at him, the two surrounded by ceremonial guards in white uniforms.
This happened after a past disagreement between the two leaders. About a year ago, during the G7 summit in Puglia, things looked tense. When President Macron walked up to Prime Minister Meloni, she gave him a cold stare.
Emmanuel Macron greets Giorgia Meloni with a handshake at the G7 summit in Fasano, Italy, on June 13, 2024. The two stand under the shade of olive trees, with Meloni dressed in a soft pink pantsuit and Macron in a dark formal suit.
Earlier, she had accused him of using the abortion debate to make himself look better. Her smile was forced, the handshake was quick, and once he walked away, she rolled her eyes for the cameras. This reaction was very different from how she usually treats other world leaders.
Emmanuel Macron walks away from Giorgia Meloni at Borgo Egnazia resort, where she stands waiting with her hands clasped.
For the recent visit, Meloni said there had been divergences with Macron but denied having any personal problems with him. The politician added that she was very happy with the visit.
July 26, 2024
In addition to Macron’s interactions with Meloni, another eye-catching moment involving the French president and a different public figure drew attention last year.
Emmanuel Macron meets with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on December 12, 2024, in Warsaw, Poland. | Source: Getty Images
Photos from the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony sparked a flurry of online reactions after showing President Macron in a surprisingly close moment with his sports minister. Some compared their interaction to that of a couple in an embrace.
In another frame, Amélie Oudéa-Castéra maintains her hold around Emmanuel Macron’s shoulders while pressing her cheek against his. The surrounding officials remain engaged in conversation, with one man glancing toward the pair.
The photo showed Macron, 46, holding onto Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, also 46, who serves as France’s minister of sports and is a former tennis player. One netizen noted that she works under him in the government, which led to even more speculation.
Amélie Oudéa-Castéra embraces Emmanuel Macron with both arms, placing one hand on the back of his head while drawing him in closely. Her face touches his neck as several individuals, including Thomas Bach, stand in view.
The unusual moment gained wider notice after French magazine Madame Figaro highlighted the photo, calling the gesture “strange” and suggesting that Oudéa-Castéra often finds herself at the center of attention.
Emmanuel Macron meets with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on December 12, 2024, in Warsaw, Poland. | Source: Getty Images
Netizens also shared their thoughts on the interaction. “Looks like she is definitely into him on a deeper level…….” one person wrote. Another questioned, “Should he marry her?” Someone else remarked, “Yeah that’s not just a hug,” while another added, “That looks suspicious 👀.”
July 15, 2018
Another notable moment involving Macron’s public behavior featured Croatia’s President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović. During the 2018 World Cup final, he was visibly more physically expressive with her while his wife, Brigitte Macron, stood nearby, watching from the sidelines.
Emmanuel Macron is seen warmly greeting Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović with a firm handshake while smiling, as Brigitte Macron looks on from the side. The interaction takes place in a viewing box during the 2018 FIFA World Cup final.
However, not everyone viewed their exchange as inappropriate. Some were moved by the moment. “Love this. Emmanuel Macron and Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic celebrating their respective countries’ football teams. In the pouring rain,” one person commented.
Emmanuel Macron and Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović share a cheerful moment as they lean in close, smiling and maintaining hand contact while Gianni Infantino watches behind them.
Another shared, “Amazing picture of Emmanuel Macron and Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović.” One netizen called it the “Photo of the day…. President of Croatia Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic and President of France Emmanuel Macron after Croatia’s first goal. real sport spirit.” Another wrote, “So Cute 😍😍.”
In another moment, Emmanuel Macron wraps both arms around Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović in an embrace, while Brigitte Macron stands nearby clapping, observing the scene.
President Emmanuel Macron’s interactions with several prominent women like Giorgia Meloni, Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, and Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović have repeatedly caught public attention. Each encounter, captured in photos or video, has sparked widespread commentary and speculation online.
Emmanuel Macron and Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović continue to hold hands and exchange smiles, celebrating in the stands as others applaud around them.
While some view the moments as friendly or diplomatic, others interpret them as overly familiar. The ongoing scrutiny reflects how closely the actions of world leaders are watched and interpreted.
