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Madame Figaro
Madame Figaro is a leading French women's magazine published weekly by Groupe Figaro as a supplement to the Saturday edition of Le Figaro, France's oldest and most widely distributed daily newspaper. Since its launch in 1980, the magazine has catered to an affluent, style-conscious readership with editorial coverage spanning fashion, beauty, culture, and lifestyle.
Founded under the direction of Robert Hersant with Marie-Claire Pauwels as its first female Editor-in-Chief, Madame Figaro set itself apart from other publications of the era with a sophisticated, independent feminine identity rooted in art de vivre. The magazine rapidly became a flagship title of the French press with its mix of longform journalism, fashion editorials, and international reporting.
With a circulation of over 390,000 (2023), Madame Figaro maintains major editions in France, China, and Japan, reflecting its status as a genuinely global editorial brand. Chinese Madame Figaro has become a coveted platform for K-pop and Korean celebrity coverage, regularly featuring idol group members on its covers.
The magazine presents the Madame Figaro Rising Star Award annually at the Canneseries international television festival in Cannes, recognizing a promising young actress. The award has been given to Daisy Edgar-Jones, Phoebe Dynevor, Sydney Sweeney, Morfydd Clark, and Ella Purnell. In 2026, K-pop icon and actress JISOO became the first Asian recipient of the award.
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What is Madame Figaro?
Madame Figaro is a French weekly women's magazine published by Groupe Figaro as a supplement to Le Figaro newspaper. Founded in 1980, it covers fashion, beauty, culture, and lifestyle with an affluent, cosmopolitan editorial identity. Major editions exist in France, China, and Japan.
What is the Madame Figaro Rising Star Award?
The Madame Figaro Rising Star Award is presented at the Canneseries opening ceremony each April in Cannes, France. It recognizes a promising young actress for her emerging television career. Past recipients include Sydney Sweeney (2022) and Ella Purnell (2024). JISOO of BLACKPINK is the 2026 honoree.
Does Madame Figaro cover K-pop?
Yes, particularly its Chinese and Japanese editions, which regularly feature K-pop artists on their covers. Madame Figaro China has published covers with SEVENTEEN, EXO, and various Korean solo artists. Its Rising Star Award extended to JISOO in 2026 marks growing editorial engagement with Korean pop culture.
What is Madame Figaro's social media presence?
Madame Figaro maintains an active digital footprint across major platforms. Its TikTok account (@madamefigarofr) has over 1.2 million followers and 89.7 million likes, making it one of France's most-followed media brands on the platform. The magazine also publishes fashion and culture video content on its official YouTube channel and is active on Instagram (@madamefigarofr) and X (@madamefigaro).
Where can I read Madame Figaro online?
Madame Figaro can be read online at madame.lefigaro.fr, where full articles, fashion editorials, beauty features, and cultural coverage are available. A digital edition is also accessible via the Groupe Figaro kiosk. The magazine's content is distributed weekly as a supplement to Le Figaro's Saturday print edition.
