The NRJ Music Awards 2024 ceremony, broadcast live on Friday November 1 on TF1, offered many highlights. The presence of Slimane, at the heart of a controversy,
was eagerly awaited and her tears caused a lot of talk. Thus, this 26th edition, hosted by Nikos Aliagas at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, saw major music stars parade, but also a few surprises from the Star Academy. Among the winners, Pierre Garnier, winner of the last edition of the tele-hook,
was doubly rewarded.
At 22, the artist from Villedieu-les-Poêles won the prizes of French-speaking revelation and of
French song thanks to its tube The ones we were. However, this special evening was not just about these rewards for Pierre. It was behind the scenes that took place another notable moment, this time in the company of Héléna Bailly, also revealed by the Star Academy in 2023.
A hug that creates a buzz: two singers moved at the NRJ Music Awards
The two young artists, who built a solid friendship at the Château de Dammarie-lès-Lys, met again with emotion. Thus, a video captured by Gala watch warm reunion between Pierre and Héléna: the latter, with shining eyes, throws herself into the arms of Pierre Garnier, visibly touched by her triumph. The sincere hug of the two former candidates quickly ignited social networks, where Internet users expressed their attachment to this duo complicit and clearly adorable.
On the X platform (formerly Twitter), the comments were quick: “Only happiness for you both”, “Héléna’s tears of happiness for Pierre’s victory, and him tenderly taking her in his arms. What a beautiful moment! “, or even “Their friendship worth much more than the rewards.” Many Star Academy fans shared their emotion at this touching scene which shows that, even after the castle adventure, the links created persist.
Pierre Garnier, the rising star of Star Ac’ continues to shine at the NMAs
For Pierre Garnier, this evening came to mark an important step in his career, just one year after his victory in the competition. The progress made is impressive: after winning the tele-hook at the start of 2024, he signed a contract with Sony Music France and had a string of successes. His title Those we were, crowned with two prizes during the evening, has accumulated millions of streams and is
quickly became a diamond single. His recognition continues to grow. In addition, his collaborations with artists like Matt Pokora, Dadju and Sofiane Pamart testify of his rapid rise in the music industry. As for Héléna, she was not left out, although she was not nominated this year. His presence alongside Pierre at the NMA symbolizes this beautiful camaraderie born over the course of the 2023 Star Academy season.
However, if you are hoping to see a duet between the two artists,
nothing will happen. At least, for now. Indeed, the last winner of the Star Academy had confided: “So, we talked about it… and we all said that, for now,
It wasn't the best idea. because we were all associated for several months, whether during the show or even the Star Ac' tour. (…) It is important for us to find our identity, to find ourselves before sharing a song. But it could happen in a few years, when everyone is well on their way.
This is a bit rushed, everyone must make their own way.”
Pierre Garnier and Héléna: a sincere friendship beyond the rewards
Since the end of the adventure, the two friends have not stopped supporting each other in their respective projects. At the end of the ceremony, the man who was compared to Slimane confided to the microphones of NRJ:
“A crazy reward for a crazy year ». The young man took the opportunity to thank his audience and his family for their unwavering support. So, as soon as I got off stage, it was with Helena that he celebrated his victories. No doubt, between friends, friendship goes beyond simple musical successes.
Besides, regarding their relationship, things are clear. No love in sight, as Pierre Garnier explained: “We lived our thing without thinking about it. I know very well what my relationship is with her, she is purely friendly and I know it’s the same for her.” One thing is certain: the emblematic duo of Star Academy 2023 continues to make people dream, and their sincerity has not finished touching hearts.
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