Lhe greatest merits are put in the spotlight. This Saturday, January 18, the Official Journal announces that 482 people receive the prestigious Legion of Honor, while 1,119 others are distinguished by the National Order of Merit, in recognition of their exceptional careers. This year, the promotion highlights personalities from the world of culture, sport, entrepreneurship, as well as everyday heroes.
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Originally scheduled for 1is January, this promotion was postponed due to the fall of Michel Barnier's government. In fact, François Bayrou's council of ministers, barely in place, was unable to make a decision in time, thus delaying the official announcement.
This year, a special tribute is paid to those who contributed to the rebirth of Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, with a special promotion. Thus, Philippe Jost, president of the public establishment responsible for the conservation of the monument, receives the Legion of Honor. Among the 101 people decorated, we find entrepreneurs, craftsmen and construction managers who worked for the restoration of the national jewel.
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Among the winners, the actress Camille Cottin, famous for her roles in cinema and theater, was elevated to the rank of knight of the Legion of Honor. The actress, who hosted the opening ceremony of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, joins a selection of personalities from the world of music and sport, such as singer Étienne Daho and skipper Charlie Dalin, winner of the Vendée Globe in one record time.
ALSO READ Why Franco-Iranian director Marjane Satrapi refuses the Legion of HonorFigures of gastronomy or culture such as starred chef Fanny Rey and actress Mélanie Thierry are also on the list. In the sporting field, the navigator Roland Jourdain and other nautical personalities reinforce this diversified promotion.
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Politics is also well represented in this promotion, with several decorated former ministers. Former Minister of Sports Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, former Minister of Culture Rima Abdul Malak, and former Minister of Labor Olivier Dussopt are among the personalities in the spotlight. We also find Clément Beaune, former Minister of Transport, and Marlène Schiappa.
At the same time, 1,119 people were awarded the National Order of Merit. Among the new knights, we find the journalist Marie Drucker, the writer and playwright Alice Zeniter, as well as the creator of the Too Good To Go application, Lucie Basch, who fights against food waste.
