Asked if there should be moves to formalize the position of the first lady -- in contrast to the United States , the partner of the French president has no defined status -- Juppe said that might not be the solution . ` Francois Hollande says he 'll assume status of first lady before February 15 to U.S. Hollande says personal affairs should be dealt with in private . A French newspaper has reported he is having an affair with actress Julie Gayet . France 's first lady , Valerie Marie , was hospitalized after the report surfaced .
Francois Hollande says he 'll assume status of first lady before February 15 to U.S. Hollande says personal affairs should be dealt with in private . A French newspaper has reported he is having an affair with actress Julie Gayet . France 's first lady , Valerie Marie , was hospitalized after the report surfaced .