Life in France has turned into a pressure cooker for Anthony and Manon. Their relationship drama has dominated the season. Viewers have seen meltdown after meltdown unfold on-screen. The edits paint a grim picture, and the couple knows it. Both came forward to insist fans aren’t seeing the full truth, but the criticism hasn’t slowed down.
This week, the drama jumped from TV to social media after a troll crossed the line and body-shamed Manon. The insult was so nasty that it stunned the entire fandom. But Manon didn’t let it slide. And Anthony followed with his own passionate defense.
Anthony Snaps Back at Trolls Targeting His Wife
Anthony finally broke his silence and posted a long message defending Manon. He shared behind-the-scenes photos from their life. He also criticized viewers for making assumptions based on edited episodes.
He called out the hate. He wrote that people judge her “based on a few dramatic minutes.” But the truth of their lives is very different. He reminded fans that Manon contributes far more to their family than the show reveals.
He pushed for empathy, saying viewers don’t see the whole picture. The message showed a completely different side of him than the playful guy the show usually highlights.
Manon Fires Back After Being Body-Shamed
The body-shaming came from a female troll who called her a “fat slob” and even insulted her breasts. It was shockingly cruel.
Manon took to her Instagram Story and put the commenter on blast. She said she’d never talk about another woman like that. She suggested something must be “horribly wrong” in the troll’s life to write such “horrible, disgusting things.””
She also repeated Anthony’s point: what viewers see on-screen is not their full reality. And she made it clear she won’t sit silently while strangers tear her apart.
Manon Calls Anthony’s Mime Stunt a “Complete Turnoff”
Just when the online drama peaked, the show aired an episode that threw gasoline on the fire. Anthony tried a surprise mime act in Marseille to lift the mood.
But Manon wasn’t charmed. She was mortified.
“This is a complete turnoff,” she said immediately. “We don’t do that in France. You don’t put yourself in a spectacle in the streets. It is very humiliating.”
Her reaction was brutal. She walked away in frustration, telling producers:
“You are scaring Ben, you are scaring me, honestly.”
Anthony insisted he was trying to “have a little fun” and show love, but Manon shot back:
“You did again something you liked. That is not my vibe. You do that in public and I look like a crazy and ungrateful b**ch.”
It was raw, messy, and almost painful to watch.
A Marriage Under Pressure
The couple has faced arguments, cultural differences, and communication problems since moving to France. And with the internet piling on, the strain is obvious.
Their message is clear: the show only captures their lowest moments.
