Queen Camilla Praises Survivor Gisèle Pelicot in Personal Letter

The British monarch expressed admiration for Pelicot's courage after she publicly fought for justice in a high-profile sexual violence case in France.

Queen Camilla, a long-time advocate for victims of domestic and sexual violence, sent a personal letter to French survivor Gisèle Pelicot expressing her deep respect and support.
Pelicot endured years of abuse by her ex-husband, who drugged her and arranged for dozens of men to assault her; he and 50 accomplices were convicted and sentenced to prison in December 2024.
Pelicot’s decision to make her case public aimed to empower other survivors and challenge societal stigma, famously stating that 'the shame must change sides.'
A petition advocating for Pelicot to receive the Nobel Peace Prize has garnered over 170,000 signatures, reflecting growing international recognition of her bravery.
Time Magazine named Pelicot 'Woman of the Year 2025' for her resilience and advocacy efforts in the fight against sexual violence.