Bernadette Chirac: Ehemalige Première Dame Frankreichs mit 93 Jahren gestorben

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Bernadette Chirac, widow of former French president Jacques Chirac and an accomplished political figure in her own right, died on June 6, 2026, at age 93. Initially known for supporting her husband's political career, she became a prominent politician and philanthropist in Corrèze, serving multiple terms on the General Council and founding the Pièces jaunes charity operation. Her legacy reflects a transformation from a woman often derided for her classical style to a respected political and humanitarian figure.