She is 28 years old, measures 1m75 and will represent Auvergne during the Miss France 2025 election. Romane Augustine is one of the 30 candidates who left this Sunday for Ivory Coast for the regional miss preparation trip. On the African continent, the young woman will take parade lessons, discover local customs and will probably make friends for life. Before stepping onto the stage of the Futuroscope Arena in front of eight million viewers next December on TF1, the animal osteopath gave an interview to Tele-Leisureofficial partner of the Miss France 2025 election, during the shooting of the official portraits.
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Tele-Leisure : You are an animal osteopath. How did this passion come to you?
Romane Augustine : I didn't know at all, like a lot of people, I think. I had left to become a veterinarian and the more difficult side of the profession, such as euthanasia, appealed to me less, it was not what I wanted to do on a daily basis. There, the fact that it is alternative care, always when the patient is in good health and when the owner is looking for well-being for his animal, it is really another approach.
Is Miss France an opportunity to highlight this profession?
It’s true that I’m very happy to talk about it. Several of my colleagues are behind me because they say to themselves that it's great for our profession which deserves to be better known. It's a very recognized area in the equine field for example, but dog and cat owners don't dare take the plunge so maybe it will help them.
Do you sometimes have to care for unusual animals?
Recently I have been caring for eagles and owls. It was an incredible experience with very sensitive animals with huge hearts. We really have to be up to it if we want them to let us handle them. If we're not at their level, they won't give in! To do this, I put my hands down and let them pull me towards the points of tension. Once I am at the blockage point, the body takes support on my hands and uses them to free itself. The animal then feels relieved.
You graduated in June 2022. Was it a real obstacle course to obtain it?
These are very dense and difficult studies. But it's my passion so it was still a pleasure to go to class. I did eight years of study because before that, I did three years of a biology degree then studied to become an animal osteopath which lasted five years.
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You were elected Miss Puy-de-Dôme in 2022. That year, you finished first runner-up in the regional competition. What did this experience bring you?
It brought me a lot because I surpassed myself on many levels. It gave me a first step in the adventure, so this year, I was much more ready, I knew what to expect. On a personal level, the previous adventure made me evolve a lot, I realized certain wounds that remained within me and I was able to treat them.
What injuries?
These are things certainly linked to childhood that have been brought to light. I had already worked a lot on myself but it's true that a very intense experience like this will pick up the little things that can remain. I'm super happy because I have never felt more like myself than I do now.
Was it obvious to apply again?
I asked myself a few questions because it’s a real lifestyle choice. I was at a crossroads with lots of possible choices. I followed my heart, I told myself I was going to regret it if I didn't do it. Finally, it did, everything came together well and I don't regret at all not having been elected two years ago because I think everything is perfect now.
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Do you have brothers and sisters? Are you supported by your family?
I have a little brother. My family is really behind me, they have always been a great support no matter what I did like my atypical studies which are quite expensive. They always pushed me in everything I wanted to do, it's the most beautiful proof of love.
Do you have a hidden passion?
I really like painting. I don't say it all the time because afterwards, people ask me to show my works. [Elle rit.] It's a little bit intimate so I don't show them much. I've been doing this for a few years, I just do it for fun. I let myself be inspired, it's a kind of active meditation. I also sing… But it's the same, I don't say it because afterwards I'm asked to sing a song! [Elle rit.] It allowed me to evolve, even on a personal level because thanks to the voice, we can release a lot of tension in the body. I also do a lot of meditation and yoga.
Which stage of the preparation and election do you fear the most?
I don't necessarily have one. The present moments are already very intense so I hope to enjoy everything because I know it will pass too quickly. I try not to project myself so as not to have too many fears. I know roughly how it's going to go, I'm looking forward to every moment but I have to enjoy every second.
Overall, are you confident about the next steps and the election in December?
I feel ready. Afterwards, I know that it won't just depend on me. I'm going to try to show who I am: either I like it or I don't like it, but either way, it will be great.
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You are one of the girls with the most followers on Instagram. Is this extra pressure?
No, not really but I'm happy, it's extra support. It makes me very happy that there is so much enthusiasm.
Do you attach importance to the comments you read on the networks?
No, that doesn't scare me at all. I'm super detached and it even makes me smile. Some of my friends received very nasty comments and it made me feel bad for the people sending these messages. Strangely, I never received one. It will definitely happen but I am very detached, perhaps because of my age. I have evolved enough on myself to no longer be affected by the views of others. Although I understand that it can disturb us at times when we feel more fragile.
Do people ever tell you that you look like a star?
I was told Zendaya not long ago.
If you are elected Miss France on December 14, who will you have your first thought for?
It will be for my family and my committee. And my ears will be turned to my loved ones because they are going to be like crazy! They supported me so much…
Do you often watch television?
I don't watch TV often, if ever. I don't even know what the current shows are… But I love it Meet in unknown landit really is my favorite show. Going in this context is on my dream list!
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