Sylvie Tellier, a French TV personality and businesswoman, gained recognition as Miss France 2002. Before this, she won the Miss Lyon 2001 title and was the seventh lady from Rhône-Alpes to become Miss France. Her Miss France title led her to participate in the Miss Universe 2002 contest. Between 2007 and 2022, Tellier held the position of national director for the Miss France Committee.
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Wiki/Biography
Sylvie Tellier was born on Sunday, 28 May 1978 (age 46 years old; as of 2024) in Nantes, France. Her zodiac sign is Gemini. She was raised in Les Sables-d’Olonne. Tellier initially completed her DEUG, a General Academic Studies Degree, in law at the University of Nantes. She then relocated to Lyon, where she attended Jean Moulin University Lyon 3. At this institution, she 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
[1]New York Post Height: 5′ 7″
[2]Actual News Magazine Weight: 55 kg
Hair Colour: Blond
Eye Colour: Blue
Body Measurements (approx.): 31-24-33
Family
She grew up in a middle-class family. [3]Gala Magazine
Parents & Siblings
Her parents belong to Normandy, France. Her mother’s name is Annick Tellier. She has three younger sisters: Delphine Tellier who runs a talent management company named Bonjour My Agency, Stéphanie Tellier, and Anne-Sophie Tellier.
Sylvie with her mother and sisters
Husband & Children
Sylvie Tellier and her first husband, Camille Le Maux, an ESSEC graduate, got 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.
Sylvie Tellier’s kids
Sylvie Tellier’s wedding day with Laurent
Religion/Religious Views
Although the model is not very religious, she was raised in a Catholic house and follows the same religion. [4]Journal des Femmes
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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 in 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 the first runner-up, with Caroll Parfait taking the crown.
Miss France 2002
Four years after her Miss Vendée triumph, Tellier decided to re-enter pageantry. Living in Lyon at the time, she took part in Miss Lyon 2001 and won. This win as Miss Lyon granted her direct entry into Miss France 2002. Representing Lyon in Alsace at the Miss France 2002 competition, 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 a national ambassador for France. She also competed in Miss Universe 2002 but was not placed as winner. Her reign concluded the following year when she crowned Corrine Coman of Guadeloupe as Miss France 2003.
Miss France Committee National Director
Tellier’s involvement with the Miss France Committee began in 2005 when she was hired as the 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, the director of Endemol France. She took over from Geneviève de Fontenay, who had held the position for two decades. In August 2022, Tellier stepped down as national director and was succeeded by Cindy Fabre. However, she continued with the organization in a ceremonial and advisory capacity until the end of Miss France 2023.
Philanthropy
In recognition of her philanthropic efforts and her management of Miss France, Sylvie Tellier was honored in June 2023 as a knight of the Ordre National du Mérite.
Controversies
Criticism for Dedicating Miss France to Violence Against Women
As the chief organizer, Sylvie Tellier chose to dedicate Miss France 2018 to the cause of combating violence against women. This decision, influenced by the global #MeToo movement that followed the Harvey Weinstein scandal, was met with skepticism and criticism from many, including feminist groups. They questioned the appropriateness of using the Miss France platform to advocate women’s rights in this manner. [5]International Business Times UK
Controversial Outfit Selection for Tribute to Geneviève de Fontenay
In 2023, the Miss France election included a tribute to the late Geneviève de Fontenay, who passed away on August 1. The tribute was simple yet poignant, featuring several generations of Miss France titleholders on stage, each dressed in black pants and a white shirt, complemented by their iconic sash indicating their year of coronation. However, Sylvie’s dress in particular caught a lot of negative attention considering the passive rift between the two before.
Honours & 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 – Unplaced
Sylvie Tellier participating in Miss Universe 2002
- Knight of the Ordre national du Mérite (2023)
Car Collection
She owns a Peugeot.
Sylvie Tellier’s car
Property
She has a home in Parc des Princes (16th arondissement) and Épinay-sur-Seine (Seine-Saint-Denis), Paris. [6]Paris Match She also has a house in Les Sables-d’Olonne. [7]Gala France
Favourites
- Food: Moules-Frites
- Singer/Musician: The Weeknd
- Dessert: Milk Chocolate
Facts/Trivia
- In 2016, Sylvie Tellier competed in the seventh season of “Danse avec les stars,” the French adaptation of “Dancing with the Stars.” Teamed up with professional dancer Christophe Licata, they were eliminated on November 5, 2016, securing 9th place among 11 contestants. Tellier has also appeared on other television programs, such as “Shopping Queens” and “Mask Singer.”
Sylvie Tellier in the TV Show Danse avec les Stars
- Additionally, she has experience as a TV and radio columnist and made a guest appearance as an “actress” in an episode of “Our Dear Neighbors.”
- Tellier has been featured in the well-known French TV show, “Fort Boyard.”
Sylvie Tellier in Fort Boyard
- In 2016, she authored a children’s book titled “Les bébés cigognes,” which comprises short stories encouraging children to learn about French locales, culture, and gastronomy. In 2020, she wrote “Miss France 1920-2020,” a book detailing the history of the beauty contest.
A collection of children’s book by Sylvie Tellier
A picture of Sylvie Tellier holding her book Miss France
- Since becoming Miss France, she has graced the covers of numerous fashion magazines throughout France.
Sylvie Tellier on the covers of Tele 7 Jours
- During the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, she initiated a live Instagram program titled “Les Miss S’invitent Chez Vous,” where she hosted live chats with former Miss Frances.
Sylvie Tellier’s Instagram talk show
- Tellier is a member of “Les Bonnes Fées,” a non-profit association established in 2015 focused on supporting women’s causes and improving their living conditions through various awareness campaigns.
Sylvie Tellier in front of La Maison des Bonnes Fees
- Sylvie comes from a family that was inclined towards sports. Both her parents are marathon runners. The former model also does a lot of activities to keep herself fit. She runs regularly and does workouts at home. She also likes to do pilates, swim, and go on a ski among other activities.
A picture of Sylvie Tellier working out
- She loves dogs and cats and has an English Toy Terrier named You.
Sylvie Tellier with her kids and dog
- The model follows a non-vegetarian diet and indulges in alcoholic beverages on occasion. [8]Sylvie Tellier – Instagram
Sylvie Tellier having a glass of alcohol
