In a historic moment, Angelique Angarni-Filopon, a 34-year-old flight attendant from the French Caribbean island of Martinique, has been crowned Miss France. This makes her the oldest contestant to win the prestigious pageant, thanks to a recent rule change allowing women over 24, as well as those who are married or mothers, to compete.
Angarni-Filopon, who first competed in the Miss Martinique competition in 2011, expressed her joy and pride in representing Martinique and its diaspora. She emphasized that her victory is a testament to perseverance and breaking age-related barriers.
The final event, broadcast by TF1, featured thirty candidates, including doctors and dentists, who showcased their talents in swimsuits, regional costumes, and ball gowns. The contestants performed to a variety of music genres, including country, 90s hits, salsa, and Mozart.
As the new Miss France, Angarni-Filopon will receive a year-long salary from the Miss France organization, access to a Paris apartment, and various gifts from sponsors. Her win comes shortly after the Miss Netherlands pageant was discontinued after 35 years, with organizers shifting focus to a platform highlighting successful women and addressing issues like unrealistic beauty standards.
