Sylvie Tellier, French TV personality and businesswoman, was recognized as Miss France 2002. Previously, she won the title of Miss Lyon 2001 and was the seventh woman from Rhône-Alpes to become Miss France. The Miss France title brought her to the Miss Universe 2002 pageant. Between 2007 and 2022, Tellier held the position of national director for the Miss France Committee.
Wiki/Biography
Sylvie Tellier was born on Sunday, 28 May 1978 (age 46 years; in 2024) in Nantes, France. His zodiac sign is Gemini. He grew up in Les Sables-d’Olonne. Tellier initially completed a DEUG, Degree in General Academic Studies, in law at the University of Nantes. He then moved to Lyon, where he attended Jean Moulin University Lyon 3. At this institution, he successfully obtained a master’s degree in private law, with a focus on business law and tax law.
A picture of Sylvie Tellier as a child
Physical appearance
Height: 5′ 7″
Weight: 55 kg
Hair Color: Blonde
Eye Color: Blue
Body Measurements (approx): 31-24-33
Family
He grew up in a middle class family.
Parents & Siblings
His parents are from Normandy, France. His mother’s name is Annick Tellier. She has three younger sisters: Delphine Tellier who runs a talent management company called Bonjour My Agency, Stéphanie Tellier, and Anne-Sophie Tellier.
Sylvie with her mother and siblings
Husband & Son
Sylvie Tellier and her first husband, Camille Le Maux, an ESSEC graduate, married in Gordes in June 2007.
Sylvie Tellier with her ex-husband Camille Le Maux
They welcomed their son, Oscar, in San Jose, California, in 2010. The couple, however, divorced in 2012. Tellier’s second child, a daughter named Margaux, was born in 2014, with her boyfriend Laurent Schenten. She then married Laurent in 2017 and the couple had their son, Roméo, in 2018.
Children of Sylvie Tellier
Sylvie Tellier’s wedding day with Laurent
Religion/Religious Views
Although the model is not very religious, she was raised in a Catholic home and adheres to the same religion.
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Career
Early Pageantry
In 1997, Sylvie Tellier entered the world of pageantry. Encouraged by her then-boyfriend’s mother, she competed and won Miss Vendée 1997.
Sylvie Tellier as Miss Vendée 1997
This victory allowed her to participate in Miss Pays de la Loire 1997, a stepping stone to Miss France. In this event, Tellier finished as first runner-up, with Caroll Parfait taking the crown.
Miss France 2002
Four years after winning Miss Vendée, Tellier decided to rejoin the pageant. Living in Lyon at the time, she participated in Miss Lyon 2001 and won. This victory as Miss Lyon allowed her direct entry to Miss France 2002. Representing Lyon in Alsace at the Miss France 2002 pageant, she emerged victorious, becoming the seventh Rhône-Alpes representative to win the title.
Sylvie Tellier as Miss France 2002
During her tenure as Miss France, Tellier was an ambassador for France. She also competed in Miss Universe 2002 but was not placed as the winner. Her reign ended the following year when she crowned Guadeloupe’s Corrine Coman as Miss France 2003.
National Director of the Miss France Committee
Tellier’s involvement with the Miss France Committee began in 2005 when she was hired as head of external relations. In 2007, following a reorganization at Endemol France, she was promoted to national director of the Miss France Committee and head of the Miss Europe Organization, appointed by Virginie Calmels, director of Endemol France. He takes over from Geneviève de Fontenay, who has held the position for two decades. In August 2022, Tellier resigned as national director and was replaced by Cindy Fabre. However, she continues the organization in a ceremonial and advisory capacity until the end of Miss France 2023.
Philanthropy
In recognition of her philanthropic efforts and the management of Miss France, Sylvie Tellier was honored in June 2023 as a knight of the Ordre National du Mérite.
Controversy
Criticism for Dedicating Miss France to Violence Against Women
As the chief organizer, Sylvie Tellier chose to dedicate Miss France 2018 to the fight against violence against women. This decision, influenced by the global #MeToo movement that followed the Harvey Weinstein scandal, was met with skepticism and criticism by many, including feminist groups. They question the propriety of using the Miss France platform to fight for women’s rights in this way.
Controversial Dress Selection in Honor of Geneviève de Fontenay
In 2023, the Miss France selection includes a tribute to the late Geneviève de Fontenay, who died on August 1. The tribute was simple yet touching, featuring several generations of Miss France titleholders on stage, each dressed in black trousers and white shirts, complete with their iconic sashes indicating the year of their coronation. However, Sylvie’s outfit in particular received negative attention given the passive rift between the two before.
Honors & Achievements
- Miss Vendée 1997 – Winner
- Miss Pays de la Loire 1997 – First Runner-up
- Miss Lyon 2001 – Winner
Sylvie Tellier as Miss Lyon
- Miss France 2002 – Winner
- Miss Universe 2002 – Not Placed
Sylvie Tellier participated in Miss Universe 2002
- Knight of the Ordre national du Mérite (2023)
Car Collection
He owns a Peugeot.
Sylvie Tellier’s car
Property
He has houses in Parc des Princes (16th arrondissement) and Épinay-sur-Seine (Seine-Saint-Denis), Paris. He also has a house in Les Sables-d’Olonne.
Favourite
- Singer/Musician: The Weeknd
Facts/Trivia
- In 2016, Sylvie Tellier competed in the seventh season of “Danse avec les stars,” the French adaptation of “Dancing with the Stars.” Teaming up with professional dancer Christophe Licata, they were eliminated on November 5, 2016, finishing 9th among 11 contestants. Tellier has also appeared in other television programs, such as “Shopping Queens” and “Mask Singer.”
Sylvie Tellier in the TV Show Danse avec les Stars
- Additionally, he has experience as a TV and radio columnist and made a guest appearance as an “actor” in an episode of “Our Dear Neighbors.”
- Tellier was featured in the popular French TV show, “Fort Boyard.”
Sylvie Tellier at Fort Boyard
- In 2016, he authored a children’s book titled “Les bébés cigognes,” which consists of short stories that encourage children to learn about French locale, culture and gastronomy. In 2020, she wrote “Miss France 1920-2020,” a book detailing the history of the beauty pageant.
A collection of children’s books by Sylvie Tellier
Picture of Sylvie Tellier holding her Miss France book
- Since becoming Miss France, she has graced the covers of various fashion magazines across France.
Sylvie Tellier on the cover of Tele 7 Jours
- During the COVID-19 shutdown in 2020, she started a live Instagram program titled “Les Miss S’invitent Chez Vous,” where she hosted a live chat with former Miss Frances.
Sylvie Tellier’s Instagram talk show
- Tellier is a member of “Les Bonnes Fées,” a non-profit association founded in 2015 that focuses on supporting women’s efforts and improving their living conditions through various awareness campaigns.
Sylvie Tellier in front of La Maison des Bonnes Fees
- Sylvie comes from a sports-oriented family. Both his parents are marathon runners. The former model also does a lot of activities to keep himself fit. He regularly runs and does exercises at home. She also enjoys doing pilates, swimming, and skiing among other activities.
Pictures of Sylvie Tellier working out
- She loves dogs and cats and has an English Toy Terrier named You.
Sylvie Tellier with her children and dog
- The model follows a non-vegetarian diet and enjoys alcoholic beverages at certain times.
Sylvie Tellier drank a glass of alcohol
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