THESE CELEBRITIES WHO ARE NOT AFRAID OF THE AGE DIFFERENCE
Recognized for his numerous titles and his sporting exploits, he remains somewhat more discreet about his private life. But Laurent Jalabert does not hide his relationship with a certain Marion Limouzy, 22 years his junior, whose happiness he does not fail to display on his Instagram account from time to time. The triathlete, ex-cycling champion, therefore lives perfect love alongside his discreet companion, crowned Miss Périgord in 2012. After having lived for many years alongside his ex-wife Sylvie Chabaud, whose union gave birth to four children, Pauline, Louis, Jules and Charlotte, Laurent Jalabert therefore gave love a new chance alongside Marion in 2017. Since then, it seems to be mad love.
An ambitious young woman
Born in Bergerac in 1990, Marion Limouzy certainly took part in beauty contests, but she nonetheless remains a confirmed sportswoman. First completed a BTS in commerce, the young woman then followed training to become a sports coachafter having played volleyball for a long time in his hometown. She would have even considered setting up a fitness structure. But an unexpected event disrupted his plans: his meeting with Laurent Jalabert.
However, she launched a computer software and systems company. Very quickly, she became the runner’s pillar and his main support in each of his sporting events. This year again, during his crossing of the Pyrenees, the young woman was there to support him. In 2021, they notably participated together in the Diagonale des Fouswhich took place on Reunion Island.
The Miss Périgord adventure
Since her victory as Miss Périgord in 2012, Marion Limouzy has stood out for her charisma and beauty. Enough to inspire many future candidates. This experience, which she herself describes as revealing, allowed her to overcome her fears and assert herself. Of “self-conscious, shy and reserved“, she has become a strong and self-confident woman, ready to face any challengeincluding that of sharing the public life of a media personality like Laurent Jalabert. “You have to take it upon yourself, but it has helped me with a lot of things. My heart beats less at 10,000 an hour when there are fifty people and my legs shake less,” she told the media Southwest.
Between inaugurations, galas and public appearances, she had to juggle her personal life and her status as a local personality. This sudden notoriety sometimes surprised herbut she knew how to stay true to herself, keeping her feet on the ground despite the spotlight. “We take part in inaugurations, galas, events. We kick off sporting events, we take part in the Éclats du sport in Périgueux. At times, people recognize you, they say oh look, it’s Miss Périgord! And it’s not very discreet. It surprised me, because when I go somewhere, I don’t shout it from the rooftops.” she confided in this same interview.
A common passion and life balance
The couple’s shared passion for sport greatly strengthens their bond. A way of unite them in a healthy and active life dynamic. In 2022, Laurent Jalabert confided in particular about his addiction to sport, “I have a sports addiction, but I don’t consider myself sick. The practice of sport must remain healthy. When you go to excess, it becomes dangerous“.
If they seem to have found their life balance, Marion Limouzy and Laurent Jalabert seem to lead a calm and peaceful life. Laurent Jalabert continues to display the couple’s daily life on social networks and in particular on Instagram. The former coach of the French road cycling team (2009-2013) is followed by more than 130,000 people and frequently reveals their exploits.
Sources used:
Sports.fr
Closer
South West
