Controversial Influencer Ad Laurent Faces TikTok Commission in France

Ad Laurent, a social media influencer, faced questioning at the French National Assembly's TikTok Commission on June 11, 2025. The hearing focused on the influence of influencers and their impact on society. Laurent's defense included references to songs by well-known artists, such as Orelsan, Bruno Mars, and Michel Sardou, using their lyrics to illustrate his points. However, his testimony included highly offensive language, raising concerns about the appropriateness of his public statements. "Je veux que tu tombes enceinte et que tu perdes l'enfant," (I want you to get pregnant and lose the child) he stated, shocking members of the commission. The commission aims to regulate the influence of social media, and Laurent's appearance highlights the challenges in balancing freedom of expression with responsible online behavior. The event underscores the ongoing debate surrounding the impact of social media and the need for responsible content creation and moderation.