Jenifer was Nathalie Renoux’s guest in “12h45” on M6 this Friday, January 17, 2025. The opportunity for the singer to look back on her notoriety after “Star Academy”.
Participating in a television program can sometimes be a difficult ordeal to overcome, especially for those who, like Jenifer, see their lives turned upside down overnight. The singer experienced this phenomenon after winning the first season of “Star Academy” on January 12, 2002. This victory propelled her into the spotlight, a media whirlwind difficult to manage. The artist, now 42 years old, had anticipated this situation and knew how to react to this sudden notoriety.
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In an interview broadcast on “12h45” on M6 on Friday January 17, 2025, Jenifer explained how she took a step back after her victory. “The notoriety damaged me in the sense that I myself isolated myself at a given moment,” she revealed.
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She added that growing up in the media eye made her feel isolated, due to the public’s excessive hype. To avoid being swept away by this wave, she chose to move closer to her loved ones, thus finding refuge and comfort. This approach allowed him to preserve his balance and lead a fulfilling family life. Today, Jenifer recognizes that these moments of withdrawal have…
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