After a month spent in the castle of Dammarie-les-Lys, Noah was eliminated from the Star Academy this Friday, November 8. Director Michaël Goldman’s favorite, during his first bonus, the young 20-year-old artist, who had never performed in public, or even in front of his friends, experienced a journey full of twists and turns, going from the top 3 to the nomination. Charles’ sidekick also had the opportunity to share the stage with Patrick Fiori, performing Belle. The talented singer returned to his elimination and his adventure at the microphone of Télé-Loisirs. From his great performances to his relationships within the castle, he confides without filter!
Noah returns to the students’ farewells during his elimination from the Star Academy
Télé-Loisirs: How have the last 48 hours been? What emotions did you go through?
Noah : I felt the blow very quickly, I start from the principle that the Star Ac adventure remains a game and that we must play down the exit because it is not the end but the beginning of something else. And the other two days it was rest rest and call with family.
What did the students tell you when you left when they joined you on set?
They said they were sorry, they were very sad, I saw tears. Masséo apologized, I told him he didn’t have to apologizethat it was the rule of the game and that one had to leave. Love, which they hope to find me again afterwards.
And the first words of your loved ones when they found you?
The first person I spoke to on the phone was my mother and my sister. They told me they were proud of me, well obviously a little disappointed with the release, but proud of me.
Charles sent you a nice message when we got back on the bus… He wasn’t able to see you in return, but what would you have liked to say to him?
I would have liked to tell him that I loved him very much, that I knew it would do it for him, that he wouldn’t give up. I know the situation for him is complicated, but let him know that he is not alone and that he is fighting for us. He collapsed, it hurt me but I have confidence in him and I know he will give everything.
“Lénie, Pierre…“: Noah talks about the messages of support he received from alumni of the Star Academy
Have you received any messages from artists since your release?
I received quite a few messages from the class of 2023, Candice, Victorien, Lénie, Pierre… Who were there, who advised me, who tried to see if I was okay, who told me that they were there for me if I needed…
What do you remember from your adventure in the Star Academy ?
I remember every moment, I started from the principle where I knew that I had to enjoy every moment and that’s what I did so it really is a whole. (…) I came to learn and that’s what I did, the only little thing is that I would have liked to stay longer, but it’s still a game, that’s the rule.
How did you find Clara Luciani in her role as godmother?
She fulfills her role as godmother well. Even during rehearsals, she was in good vibes. I’m very happy that she’s the godmother of this season. At the time of the elimination, I saw that it was her who was crying and not me, that’s nice, she said lots of nice things to me on set and it’s nice to hear the godmother’s words.
“Even very close friends who didn’t know I sang“: Noah talks about the reaction of his close friends when they discovered him at the Star Academy
You had never sung in front of an audience, what were your first steps on stage like?
I was really dreading this moment before returning to Star Ac and we were so well surrounded, we prepared for it so well that, I can’t say there wasn’t stress, but I managed to have fun. I’m very happy, I’m going from nothing to everything, so for me it was a chance. Every time I went to the studio I was a bit like a child rediscovering the thing while I did five bonuses, the more time passed, the more fun I had.
Have you ever even sung in front of your friends?
There were some who hadn’t even heard that I was singing and who discovered me on the evening of the 12th when they turned on the TV. It’s even very close friends who didn’t know that I sang, I received quite a few messages from the people concerned, but very proud and happy for me. There was a kind of modesty that prevented me from singing in front of them.
What moment marked you the most in your career?
The first takes precedence. This is where I told myself it all begins. I didn’t expect to have a crush from the director, it was quite difficult to achieve. It was so good… It must have been visible in the image that I froze for two seconds, very happy but I wasn’t expecting it at all.
Which student would you have liked to share a duet with?
Franck and Maïa, the duo with Thomas had already been done and Charles too.
What memories do you have of your trio with Charles and Patrick Fiori?
I have good memories of him, he is a person that I admired a lot before. You could say that he’s a celebrity, but he’s a very simple person, very into laughing, so it was really a pleasure and an honor to share the trio, with Charles.
You also gave him a nice surprise by performing Corsica…
It was a beautiful moment, Thomas came on set, in fact he was the only one who could perform the song because he is the only one who understands Corsican. I felt like I couldn’t read, but it was a great time.
“The exit is not that dramatic” : Noah (Star Academy 2024) talks about his reunion with Thomas and Maylis
On your first prime, you interpreted Mama’s Eyes with Thomasdid it strengthen your bonds afterwards?
Starting the adventure as a couple, by sending a message to our mothers and to all the mothers in the world, the bond is created relatively quickly. We did the rehearsals the week before the prime and the feeling went straight away.
You saw Thomas and Maylis again, how did the reunion go?
It was reassuring to see them again at the exit, with a smile and to tell themselves that the exit is not that dramatic. Everything was going well for them, so it was nice to see them!
What are the plans for the future?
Firstly, I’m going to focus on everything musical, I’m going to try to take advantage of the light I’ve had to be able to create content and write songs and then we’ll see if I go back to school or not.
Which artist would you like to collaborate with?
I have lots of artists that I like. If I listen to myself I work with everyone! But if we can talk about a goal, it would be The Weeknd, I love his music. And the French artists, Pierre Garnier and Slimane, I really like.
