Summary
- Served as first lady from 1995 to 2007.
- Known for her political influence in rural Corrèze.
- Advocated for children's healthcare initiatives.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Age at death | 93 |
| Years in Élysée Palace | 12 |
Updates
Update at 14:37 UTC on 2026-06-06
France 24 reported Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside President Jacques Chirac – weathering his notorious infidelities with dry humor while building her own politica.
Sources: France 24