December 2025
The survey conducted by Discurv for Xlovecam primarily aimed to understand the perceptions and opinions of French adults aged 18 and over regarding the attractiveness of various celebrities. The results show strong participation, balanced both demographically and geographically, with an even gender distribution and a majority of respondents in employment.
The chart places Léon Marchand and Florent Manaudou in the lead, both at around 14%, closely followed by Olivier Giroud (~13%) and Antoine Griezmann (~11%).
The top five athletes account for the majority of votes, although none clearly dominates.
The generational and gender divide surrounding sports celebrities is clear: younger generations tend to favour highly publicised, digitally connected athletes, while older generations remain more attached to established athletes from traditional sporting disciplines.
From a gender perspective, women mainly favour charismatic footballers perceived as approachable and highly visible in the media, while men tend to favour individual disciplines associated with strength, technique or intensity, such as judo or the decathlon.
18–34-year-olds strongly favour young, highly visible and contemporary figures such as Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé and Victor Wembanyama.
→ For some profiles, this age group accounts for nearly 50% to 60% of the votes.
35–49-year-olds show a more balanced distribution, with strong support for established athletes such as Olivier Giroud and Antoine Griezmann, who are perceived as figures with lasting charisma.
Those aged 50–65 and 65+ are more likely to favour profiles associated with performance, longevity and discipline, such as Florent Manaudou, Teddy Riner and Kevin Mayer.
→ For some athletes, respondents aged 50+ account for more than 40% of the votes.
The second chart shows a clear distinction between male and female votes.
Women make up the majority of votes for figures perceived as charismatic, elegant and approachable, particularly Antoine Griezmann, Olivier Giroud and Kylian Mbappé.
→ For several profiles, women account for 55% to 60% of the votes.
Men, by contrast, are more likely to favour athletes associated with power, technique or outstanding sporting achievements, such as Teddy Riner, Florent Manaudou and Kevin Mayer, with male votes sometimes reaching nearly 65–70%.
The chart shows that attractiveness is distributed quite evenly among the athletes, with no overwhelming leader. Amandine Henry and Caroline Garcia come first with 13%, but their lead remains limited. Close behind, Sakina Karchaoui, Pauline Ferrand-Prévot and Mélanie de Jesus dos Santos (≈11%) confirm that no single sporting discipline dominates in terms of sex appeal.
18–34-year-olds are the most engaged age group: they are the most likely to recognise the athletes, particularly those from team sports. Older age groups show more dispersed preferences, with a relative preference for disciplines such as cycling, triathlon and athletics.
In terms of gender, women identify more with popular and inspiring figures from sports such as football and basketball, while men tend to favour individual sports perceived as technical or demanding.
The ranking clearly places Jean Dujardin in first place with 21% of the votes. He leads the ranking without being completely out of reach, confirming his status as an enduring French icon associated with mature charisma, strong name recognition and a consistent media presence.
Behind him, Tomer Sisley receives 15%, followed by Omar Sy with 13%. These two figures embody an attractiveness based as much on popularity as on public image: prominent roles, international exposure and distinctive personalities.
This chart clearly shows that attractiveness varies considerably across generations, with each actor appealing to a very distinct audience.
Jean Dujardin is particularly popular among 18–34-year-olds (49%), while maintaining a solid base among 50–65-year-olds (30%) and those aged 66+ (29%). His attractiveness therefore spans generations, with a slight peak among young adults.
Timothée Chalamet has a very young profile: 42% of his votes come from 18–34-year-olds, compared with only 15% among those aged 66+. His sex appeal is clearly associated with a modern, international, Gen Z image.
Tomer Sisley and Pierre Niney have more balanced profiles. Niney’s votes are distributed across 18–34 (27%), 35–49 (28%) and 50–65 (26%), making him a broadly appealing figure. Sisley attracts more 35–49-year-olds (23%) and 50–65-year-olds (37%), reinforcing a more mature image.
Omar Sy stands out for his even distribution: 31% among 18–34-year-olds, 24% among 35–49-year-olds and 26% among 50–65-year-olds. He appeals to all generations without an extreme peak.
Malik Frikah is the most striking exception: 67% of his votes come from 18–34-year-olds, compared with only 7% from 50–65-year-olds. His attractiveness is highly generational, very youthful and much more polarised.
Conversely, Gilles Lellouche, Raphaël Quenard and Niels Schneider receive stronger support from the 35–49 and 50–65 age groups, reflecting a more established form of charisma that is less dependent on current trends.
In terms of gender, women account for the majority of votes for all actors, confirming that the perception of “sexiness” here is primarily driven by female respondents. Men represent a smaller share, with their preferences more widely dispersed. Jean Dujardin receives 59% of his votes from women compared with 41% from men, confirming his particularly strong appeal among female respondents.
Tomer Sisley and Niels Schneider record the highest shares of female votes, at 62% and 56% respectively, positioning them as figures who are particularly strongly perceived as “sexy”.
The ranking shows the very clear dominance of Sophie Marceau, who comes well ahead with 21% of the votes. She retains her status as an absolute icon of French sex appeal, capable of transcending generations without losing her attractiveness.
Behind her, Virginie Efira confirms her central place in the contemporary cultural landscape with 15%, supported by strong media visibility and an image that is both glamorous and approachable.
The next three are very close:
These figures embody different forms of femininity: iconic for Casta, raw and modern for Exarchopoulos, charismatic and distinctive for Fleurot. None completely dominates, illustrating an attractiveness that is fragmented yet consistent.
18–34-year-olds tend to favour contemporary actresses such as Adèle Exarchopoulos and Leïla Bekhti, while older audiences prefer established figures such as Marceau, Casta and Deneuve.
Women account for the majority of votes across all actresses, while men show a stronger preference for glamorous and well-established personalities.
The ranking reveals a fairly clear hierarchy dominated by artists with strong charisma and media presence. M. Pokora comes well ahead with 19%, far ahead of the others. His hybrid positioning — singer, performer and television personality — enables him to appeal to a broad audience across generations. His carefully cultivated image and constant media exposure clearly work in his favour.
Behind him, Julien Doré (11%) and Kendji Girac (10%) form a highly popular duo, embodying two different forms of sex appeal:
Julien Doré appeals through his quirky, artistic and unconventional style,
while Kendji Girac projects a warmer, more approachable and spontaneous image.
Patrick Bruel (9%) and Marc Lavoine (7%) confirm the enduring appeal of established figures in French music. Their presence shows that male sex appeal can also be associated with maturity, voice and nostalgia, particularly among older audiences.
The middle of the ranking is highly fragmented: Amir, Vianney and Christophe Maé each receive 6%, reflecting a more mainstream but less polarising form of sex appeal.
Finally, the long tail — Slimane, Patrick Fiori, DJ Snake, Pierre Garnier, JUL and Orelsan, with between 4% and 5% — shows that musical popularity does not automatically translate into strong perceived attractiveness.
A wide variety of profiles coexist: mainstream pop, French chanson and more unconventional artists.
Preferences vary according to respondents’ profiles:
Overall, the results reveal a highly diverse landscape, with no single figure dominating overwhelmingly, but with consistent trends based on singers’ fame and public image.
The ranking highlights the clear dominance of iconic figures who have long held a place in the collective imagination.
Mylène Farmer comes well ahead with 16%, confirming her status as an absolute icon. Her sex appeal relies less on current musical relevance than on an aura built over several decades, combining mystery, transgression and complete control over her image.
Shy’m comes second with 12%, embodying a more contemporary form of sensuality based on physicality, dance and stage performance.
Nolwenn Leroy completes the podium with 10%, with a softer form of sex appeal associated with elegance and a reassuring image.
The middle of the ranking is very close:
Vanessa Paradis, Vitaa, Clara Luciani and Aya Nakamura each receive 9%.
Vanessa Paradis and Clara Luciani embody a chic and timeless sensuality,
while Vitaa and Aya Nakamura represent a more modern and confident femininity, strongly connected to their audiences.
Jenifer (8%) and Louane (7%) remain highly visible, but with a more generational and mainstream appeal.
Finally, the lower end of the ranking — Alizée at 6%, Indila at 3% and Camélia Jordana at 2% — shows that fame or artistic talent alone does not necessarily generate strong perceived attractiveness.
The results also reveal generational patterns:
This overview highlights a highly diverse landscape of female artists, with each attracting a specific audience through her style, image or personal history.
This ranking clearly shows that sex appeal increases when embodied by a couple. Couples perceived as authentic, highly visible and complementary account for the majority of votes.
Matt Pokora & Christina Milian clearly lead the ranking with 18%. Their attractiveness is based on a highly visible, glamorous and international image combining music, lifestyle and visible chemistry.
Adèle Exarchopoulos & François Civil are tied at 13%, confirming the strong impact of French cinema on perceptions of sex appeal: emotional intensity, authenticity and generational relatability.
Marc Lavoine & Adriana Karembeu (13%) embody a more mature and elegant form of sex appeal, based on the sophistication and individual charisma of both personalities.
Close behind:
Antoine Dupont & Iris Mittenaere (12%) appeal through a particularly effective combination: elite sport + beauty icon, creating a couple perceived as “perfect”.
Virginie Efira & Niels Schneider (11%) confirm the appeal of artistic couples who maintain a relatively discreet profile while enjoying strong cultural recognition.
The rest of the ranking is more fragmented:
Nabilla & Thomas Vergara (7%) remain strongly associated with their highly publicised image.
Timothée Chalamet & Kylie Jenner (6%) demonstrate that international fame does not necessarily guarantee widespread appeal when it comes to being perceived as “sexy”.
Couples at the bottom of the ranking (around 4% to 2%) reflect more occasional or less consensual forms of sex appeal.
Generations do not respond in the same way: highly publicised couples appeal more strongly to younger audiences, while long-established public figures attract older respondents.
Among content creators, sex appeal appears more fragmented and strongly linked to personality and the perceived closeness between creators and their audiences.
This ranking clearly shows that sex appeal among male influencers is less consensual than among actors, athletes or singers.
Baptiste Giabiconi comes first with 17%, well ahead of the others. His image is based on more traditional codes of sex appeal — modelling, physical appearance and glamour — making his attractiveness easier to identify on this criterion.
Inoxtag follows with 13%, then Tibo InShape with 11%. Their attractiveness appears to be more closely linked to their huge popularity and generational proximity than to an explicitly sexy image.
Michou, AD Laurent and Thibault Garcia stand at around 9%, reflecting a more diffuse appeal, often associated with media visibility or reality TV rather than pure charisma.
The second half of the ranking is highly fragmented:
Squeezie, Benjamin Samat, HugoDécrypte and Mister V reach only between 6% and 7%, despite their high levels of recognition.
At the bottom of the ranking, Seb La Frite (4%), AmineMaTue (2%) and Bach Buquen (1%) confirm that editorial credibility, humour or gaming generate relatively little projection in terms of “sex appeal”.
Among male influencers, sex appeal is neither central nor a defining characteristic. Attractiveness relies more heavily on likeability, relatability and entertainment than on an eroticised image. Unlike actors or athletes, male digital influencers still struggle to embody strong and widely shared sex appeal.
This ranking reveals a strong concentration of perceived sex appeal among female influencers, with the most highly publicised and aesthetically curated profiles clearly dominating.
Iris Mittenaere comes well ahead with 22%. Her status as a former Miss Universe, extensive media exposure and glamorous image make her a widely recognised figure of sex appeal.
She is followed by Nabilla (14%) and Léna Situations (13%), two very different but highly recognisable profiles: one embodies a bold and provocative form of sex appeal, while the other represents a more modern, lifestyle-oriented and generational charm.
Caroline Receveur (12%) and Polska (10%) confirm that mastery of personal image, physical presentation and aesthetic codes remains central to perceptions of attractiveness.
From Léa Elui (9%) and Paola Locatelli (8%) onwards, scores fall quickly:
Most female influencers remain below the 5% mark, including Maghla (4%), while Carla Ginola, Mélanie ORL and Léa Mary receive around 2%.
Profiles originating from YouTube or secondary reality TV struggle to be perceived as “sexy”, despite genuine recognition. Sex appeal is strongly associated with a glamorous, carefully curated and highly publicised image. Unlike male influencers, female attractiveness is easier to identify — but also more concentrated: a small number of figures account for most of the projections, while the majority remain on the periphery.
Younger respondents tend to favour profiles from YouTube or reality TV, while older generations are more reserved in their choices.
The study reveals preferences strongly influenced by age, type of personality and media exposure. The results show clear segmentation between generations and consistent trends across the categories analysed.
Influence of age
Preferred figures among 18–34-year-olds:
They favour personalities from pop culture, digital media and contemporary entertainment.
Examples:
Depending on the category, young adults account for 40% to 70% of the voters supporting the most highly visible media personalities.
Those aged 50+ remain attached to more traditional figures:
They show a strong preference for established personalities and long-standing media icons.
Examples:
People aged 65+ can account for up to 35–40% of the audience for certain celebrities.
Generational effect
Traditional or “historic” figures remain highly popular among older generations, reflecting lasting cultural loyalty and media recognition.
Examples:
Younger people place greater value on personalities with a strong presence on social media, reality TV or recent digital formats.
Examples:
Influence of sector
Sport
Preferences are concentrated around highly publicised athletes or those associated with powerful collective emotions.
Examples:
Film and television
The personalities perceived as most attractive combine charisma, visibility and lasting recognition.
Examples:
Music
Votes are divided between cultural icons and contemporary artists.
Male examples:
Female examples:
Content creators
Attractiveness largely depends on digital presence and community engagement.
Examples:
The study highlights strong generational segmentation and the decisive role played by media exposure, whether through traditional or digital channels.
Each category reveals specific preferences influenced by age, digital habits and celebrity recognition.
The results paint a highly diverse cultural landscape, with no single figure enjoying universal appeal, but with consistent trends across different audiences.
Study conducted by:
Audrey Mandefield, Senior Account Executive
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"Discurv study for XloveCam conducted in December 2025 via a self-administered online survey among a representative sample of 1,000 French residents aged 18 and over."