Christine Lagarde

About

Christine Lagarde, born on January 1, 1956, in Paris, France, is a prominent French lawyer and politician known for her groundbreaking career in international finance. She was the first woman to serve as the Finance Minister of a G8 economy when she was appointed France's Minister of Economic Affairs in 2007. Also, she notably served as the Managing DirectorThe creative leader responsible for overseeing the artistic aspects of a film, television production... of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) from 2011 to 2019, the first woman to hold this position. Her tenure at IMF was notable for managing several major cases of economic instability globally. In November 2019, Lagarde became the first female president of the European Central Bank, further cementing her legacy in the world of global finance and politics.

Associated With

Christine Lagarde is best known for her high-profile career within international finance, not media or acting. As a former Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) from 2011 to 2019, and currently serving as the President of the European Central Bank (ECB), Lagarde has largely interacted with key financial leaders and politicians worldwide. During her tenure at the IMF, she worked with individuals like former World Bank president Jim Yong Kim and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. Collaborations at the ECB include interactions with Angela Merkel, Germany's former chancellor, and Mario Draghi, the former President of the ECB. Relationships in her personal life have remained mostly private.

Career Highlights

• 1981: Christine Lagarde began her career at the international law firm, Baker & McKenzie, specializing in labor, antitrust, and mergers and acquisitions.
• 1999: She was elected as the Chairman of the Global Executive Committee of Baker & McKenzie.
• 2004: She was appointed as Chairman of the Global Strategic Committee of Baker & McKenzie.
• 2005: She left Baker & McKenzie to join the French government as Minister for Foreign Trade.
• 2007: Christine Lagarde became the Minister of Agriculture and Fishing in France.
• 2007 - 2011: She served as the Minister of Economy, Finance, and Industry, becoming the first woman to hold the post in a G7 country.
• 2011 - 2019: Christine became the first woman to head the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
• 2012: She was awarded the Legion of Honor, France's highest order of merit.
• 2014 and 2017: Recognized by Forbes as the 5th and 8th most powerful woman in the world respectively.
• 2019: She was elected as President of the European Central Bank (ECB), becoming the first woman to hold the position.
• 2020: Christine was again recognized by Forbes as the second most powerful woman in the world.

Notable Awards

• Christine Lagarde, former head of the International Monetary Fund and current President of the European Central Bank, has received several accolades over the years, including:
• "Best Minister of Finance in Europe" by the Financial Times in 2009.
• She has been listed multiple times in Forbes' ranking of "The World's 100 Most Powerful Women", even ranking Number 3 in 2019.
• In 2014, she was elevated to the rank of Officer in the Legion of Honour, one of France's highest awards.
• In 2012, she received the Atlantic Council's Distinguished International Leadership Award.
• In 2011, she was awarded the Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Law.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Christine Lagarde Movie/TV Show?

Christine Lagarde, the First female President of the European Central Bank and former Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is a prominent figure in economics and politics, not in film or television. She has made appearances in numerous TV shows and documentaries mostly in relation to her economic and political work but she does not have a 'popular' movie or TV show to her credit in the traditional entertainment sense, as she is not an actress. Some of her notable appearances include news shows and economic documentaries where she shares her expertise and insights.

How Did Christine Lagarde Get Famous?

Christine Lagarde gained prominence as a French lawyer and politician before becoming known worldwide for her roles in high-level international finance. She initially made a name for herself as the first female chairman of the international law firm Baker & McKenzie, where she served from 1999 to 2004. Subsequently, she held various ministerial posts in the French government, including Minister of Agriculture and Fishing, and Minister of Economy, Finance and Employment. However, her fame significantly amplified when she became the first woman to serve as the managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2011. Her leadership and handling of critical global financial issues in this role have garnered her international recognition.