Posted 12/20/2023, 9:39:00 PM
Macron Defends Depardieu, Says Legion of Honor Should Not Be Revoked Over Rape Allegations
- Macron praises Depardieu as a great actor who has made France proud
- Macron distances himself from decision to potentially strip Depardieu of Legion of Honor
- Depardieu charged with rape in 2020, denies wrongdoing
- Macron says Legion of Honor not meant to moralize, should not be removed due to documentary
- Macron has taken similar stance before on accusations against high-profile figures