Recently divorced French President Nicolas Sarkozy has a new love interest in Laurence Ferrari [Images], arguably French television's most beautiful star, according to the Daily Mail.

Until a few weeks ago, Ferrari was one half of a hugely glamorous power couple presenting cutting-edge documentaries and heavyweight political interviews, the report said.

But now, Ferrari has announced her divorce from Thomas Hugues, her journalist husband of 14 years, amid rumours that she has formed a 'close and loving relationship' with Sarkozy.

The pair have been spotted enjoying candlelit meals, and Ferrari, 41, is a frequent visitor to the Elysee Palace, Sarkozy's official residence in Paris, the report added.

The blonde enjoyed a one-on-one live interview with Sarkozy, 52, in March -- when he was running for the presidency before his electoral triumph in May -- and the "incredible chemistry between the two" was apparent to many TV observers.

"They were both flirting for France [Images]," said a source at Canal Plus, the TV channel where Ferrari works.

Photograph: Peter Kramer/Getty Images

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