Miss France 2025 Reflects on “Trying, Historic” reign as Term Nears Close
AMIENS, France – As Angélique Angarni-Filopon prepares to pass on her crown December 6th at the Zénith d’Amiens, the 30-year-old Miss France 2025 is looking back on a reign marked by both historic firsts and unexpected challenges. The first Miss France from Martinique to reach the age of thirty, Angarni-Filopon is contemplating how to share her experiences – potentially through a YouTube channel, podcast, or even a book – while also setting her sights on future opportunities in film, television, and voice acting.
Angarni-Filopon’s reign has been characterized by a desire to connect and prove herself, a tendency Frédéric Gilbert, a source close to the Miss France association, attributes to “imposter syndrome.” Gilbert believes she felt pressure to convince others she was “a good person, a truly nice person,” leading her to confront criticism directly, without reservation. He acknowledged achieving universal approval is impossible for any Miss France.
the outgoing Miss France admits she may have benefited from documenting her experiences throughout her year-long term, recalling chance encounters with Natalie Portman at a PSG match at the Parc des Princes, a handshake with Matt Pokora, and a meeting with Brigitte Macron at the Cadeaux Jaunes gala. She also fondly remembers the support offered by television host Nikos Aliagas shortly after her election, who provided his personal phone number and offered guidance during a period of “panic.” “I found him extremely wise, very paternally kind,” Angarni-Filopon said, adding that he “impressed me with his emotional intelligence, he made me feel good.”
Looking ahead, Angarni-Filopon hopes her insights will be valuable to her successor. While she acknowledges the power of the internet to share information,she also cautions against its potential for “confusion and shortcuts,” suggesting some experiences might potentially be arduous to revisit. She is currently preparing for the Miss Universe 2026 competition and pursuing opportunities to expand her presence in entertainment, aiming to be recognized for more than just her image.
