Are you sure?: Carla Bruni takes aim at Josiane Balasko

Carla Bruni found herself in the midst of a heated controversy after taking a stand in the Richard Berry case. For several months, the actor has been facing accusations of incest from his daughter Coline Berry-Rojtman. This widely publicized case has sparked numerous reactions in the world of cinema.

Several personalities have publicly shown support for Coline Berry, while others have chosen to defend the actor. Close to Richard Berry, Carla Bruni had previously penned a column published in Le Point alongside several other celebrities. The singer denounced what she saw as a “media lynching” targeting the director.

However, a few days later, Carla Bruni found herself embroiled in a tense exchange with Josiane Balasko on social media. Bruni has been showing her support for Richard Berry since the beginning of the case.

When Coline Berry-Rojtman’s allegations against her father were made public, various personalities quickly took sides. Richard Berry has always denied the accusations against him. Carla Bruni, among others, publicly expressed support for the director.

In February 2021, a column published in Le Point was signed by around sixty artists and personalities. The text discussed the media repercussions of the case on Richard Berry before any legal decision. Among the signatories were Carla Bruni, Nathalie Baye, Jacques Weber, and Philippe Labro.

This public stance immediately sparked a strong reaction on social media. Several internet users criticized the signatories for supporting Richard Berry so early in the investigation. The debate quickly gained traction in the media and on social platforms.

In the following days, other cinema personalities also publicly reacted. Some celebrities supported Coline Berry-Rojtman, while others emphasized the importance of the presumption of innocence. The case then became even more significant in the public discourse.

On Instagram, Josiane Balasko shared a message of support for Coline Berry-Rojtman, referencing the challenges faced by victims when speaking out about sexual violence or incest. Carla Bruni directly responded to Balasko’s post, questioning her certainty about Richard Berry’s guilt based on the accusations.

Carla Bruni’s intervention stirred a wave of reactions on social media. Some internet users supported the singer by highlighting Richard Berry’s strong denial of the accusations. Others, however, criticized the former First Lady’s statement under Balasko’s post. The exchanges between different personalities spread widely on Twitter and Instagram, with Carla Bruni becoming a focal point in discussions surrounding this highly sensitive media case.