Sarah Knafo was deemed highly likely to thrive in France's political scene, but has caused surprise by becoming the protege, lover and adviser of the Jewish presidential hopeful
Whichever way it plays out at the polls, the Zemmour-Knafo love story is a striking partnership between two successful Parisian Jews who have shunned the conventions of their own communities.
A studious and well connected graduate of prestigious Sciences Po university, Sarah Knafo rose to prominence in political scene after becoming protégé, lover and campaign manager of 63-year-old right-wing politician Éric Zemmour