(CNN) — France’s first lady Brigitte Macron has sparked outrage among French celebrities and feminists over the use of sexist and derogatory language to describe protesters at a comedian’s show.

Brigitte Macron was attending a performance Sunday by Ary Abittan, a stand-up comedian who was accused of rape by a former partner in 2021. Following a three-year investigation, the case was dismissed – a ruling later upheld by French courts.

In a conversation with Brigitte Macron ahead of the show that was captured on camera and briefly published online, the comedian says he feels “scared” of protesters who interrupt his shows.

Brigitte Macron replies: “If there are any stupid b*tches, we’ll kick them out,” before laughing, and insisting Abittan promise not to talk about “the problem” that e

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