ALBWABA - Despite rumors that its main heroine may move to Rome, French President Emmanuel Macron aims to keep the Netflix series Emily in Paris.
At the conclusion of season four, Netflix's blockbuster comedy "Emily in Paris" surprised many fans by announcing that its main heroine was moving to Rome. French President Emmanuel Macron has now weighed in on the debate, stating that the nation "will fight hard" to prevent the show from moving to the Italian city.
"We will urge them to stay in Paris; 'Emily in Paris' in Rome does not make sense," he told Variety in an interview that was published on Wednesday.
"Rome doesn't make sense to me, either," Macron said. "We will ask them to remain in Paris." His remarks have revived controversy among fans and locals who see the series as a celebration of Parisian culture.
Macron expressed his delight for the series by saying he is "super proud" of his wife, Brigitte Macron, who made a cameo appearance as herself in the newest season. "It's just a few minutes, but I think it was a very good moment for her," Macron told reporters. He applauded the show's depiction of France, calling it "super positive in terms of attractiveness for the country."
Despite being pleased with his wife's participation, Macron indicated that he had no intentions for his own cameo, saying, "I'm less attractive than Brigitte."
Brigitte Macron's affection for the show was well-known, with main actress Lily Collins stating that the first lady was a "big fan" and had even asked the cast and producer to meet years ago.
Rome's mayor, Roberto Gualtieri, responded teasingly to the French president's remarks by saying, "Dear Emmanuel Macron, don't worry: Emily is doing wonderful in Rome." And one can't control the heart; let her decide."
In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter Roma, Gualtieri said, "Doesn't President Macron have more pressing matters to worry about?"
Gualtieri conjectured: "I would like to believe, or at least hope, that Macron was joking, as he ought to know that a production company like Netflix does not take orders from heads of state or make decisions based on political pressure."
