Salma HayekFrance's president, Nicolas Sarkozy announced today that Mexican-born actress Salma Hayek will become a Chevalier - or Knight - of the Legion of Honour for her services to the French Republic.
The news was not too well received by all, with some labeling the country's honours system "a laughing stock." It even led to one former minister refusing the same award, while others suggested that the event ...