With 88,000 fans flocking to the group's BTS concert in France, French President Emmanuel Macron and Mrs. Brigitte Macron also appeared in the stands, drawing attention.
On the 17th (local time), according to foreign media reports including French outlet Le Figaro, President Emmanuel Macron and Mrs. Brigitte Macron attended BTS's European tour concert held at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France that day.
The two watched the performance from VIP seats, leaning on light sticks and even filmed BTS's performance on their phones. When the presidential couple's image appeared on the large screen, the audience cheered.
According to reports, the presidential couple's attendance at the BTS concert is interpreted as a gesture of respect and homage toward Korea, which this year marks the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations with France.
After the concert ended, President Emmanuel Macron posted on his social media "Welcome to Paris" along with a video showing BTS performing "Dynamite."
Meanwhile, BTS will appear on the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ final on the 19th at New York New Jersey Stadium with pop stars Madonna, Shakira and Justin Bieber.
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