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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The president on a scooter” is an epic card of the French Politics pack, number 86 of the collection, and the 26th best-known meme of its 127 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “The president on a scooter” meme mean?
This visual highlights the gap between the president’s modern image and his secret movements. It expresses irony over the failed attempt at discretion, turning an intimate moment into a media spectacle. The meme underscores the comedic trivialization of the affair in popular culture, showing that even top officials are not immune to ridicule.
Where does the “The president on a scooter” meme come from?
The phenomenon originated from photos published by the weekly magazine *Closer* on January 10, 2014. These images showed François Hollande, then President of France, riding pillion on a scooter driven by a bodyguard. He was attempting to reach actress Julie Gayet discreetly. His full-face helmet failed to hide his identity from paparazzi or the public. The revelation caused an immediate uproar regarding his extramarital affair with Anne Hidalgo. By January 21, 2014, an interactive parody called “François Hollande and the scooter game” was already circulating online. In the following weeks, several parody video games went viral, exploiting the absurdity of the scene to critique presidential image management.
- 2014Publication of the photos by Closer magazine on January 10.
- 2014Distribution of an interactive parody known as the “scooter game” starting January 21.
How to use the “The president on a scooter” meme
- Share a photo of someone disguised or trying to go unnoticed to highlight the failure of their concealment attempt.
- Use the image to mock the contradiction between official discourse and the discreet actions of a public figure.
- Reference this event in a quiz or discussion about recent French political history to illustrate major media scandals.
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The “The president on a scooter” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 86/100 · #26 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The president on a scooter” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The president on a scooter comes out of the French Politics pack as an epic card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 20 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art 0.8%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does the president on a scooter meme mean?
It refers to an iconic image of François Hollande on a scooter in January 2014. Photos published by Closer revealed his secret trips to Julie Gayet, causing a major political scandal.
Who is julie gayet in the scooter affair?
Julie Gayet is a French actress with whom François Hollande was having an extramarital affair. It was to her apartment that the president was heading during the famous scooter ride photographed by the press.
Why did the helmet not work?
Despite wearing a full-face helmet, the president’s distinctive features and the context of the ride allowed journalists and the public to identify him immediately. The camouflage attempt failed completely.
Where does the hollande scooter video come from?
The exact origin of the first parody video is unclear, but interactive games circulated by late January 2014. A separate Brut video from 2021 shows Hollande discussing the topic, but it is not linked to the initial meme creation.
How do I get the The president on a scooter meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The president on a scooter” is an epic card of the French Politics pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The president on a scooter card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: "François Hollande, avez-vous encore un scooter ?" : cette vidéo devenue virale · “J'ai toujours roulé en scooter” : François Hollande sans ... · The future of political communication is the viral Internet meme · checked on October 8, 2026.
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