Ulysses (Star Academy) receives an original gift from his partner for a very special event

Ulysses is enjoying a special day this Monday, December 16: his birthday! Surrounded by his comrades, the young Marseillais discovers the touching attentions of those close to him, in particular a moving letter from his girlfriend Lilly, accompanied by a symbolic present.

After two months of intense competition, the last Star Academy bonus took place on Friday, December 13. During this evening, Maïa, Marguerite, Ulysse and Marine fought for their place by performing “Die on stage” by Dalida. Ultimately, it was Maïa who was eliminated. During the Sunday debrief, Ulysse expressed his doubts about his performance, feeling uncomfortable with a song that he considers to be “in voice”. Professor Marlène Schaff wanted to reassure him, praising his unique tone. In particular, she encouraged him to “learn to show off a little more” and to make more eye contact with the audience. Also, Ulysses shared his feelings about his evolving voice, evoking sensations of “moult”. The vocal coach confirmed that these changes are normal in men up to the age of 27 or 28, encouraging him to work on the movements of his larynx to gain stability.

Ulysses receives words of encouragement from his loved ones for his birthday

Will Ulysse be able to put Marlène's valuable advice into practice during the next evaluations? While waiting to find out, the young Marseillais is enjoying a special day this Monday, December 16. Indeed, the academician celebrates his birthday, a moment that he shares with his comrades within the castle. For the occasion, Ulysses received touching words and gifts from his loved ones. Among them, a letter of encouragement from one of his best friends and the opening of a precious present from his darling Lilly. “Happy birthday my lover…”, he begins to read, before stopping, preferring to continue reading his girlfriend's long missive in private. “I read it alone, it's between me and me”, he insists.

Ulysses and his girlfriend soon to be engaged? A gift surprises academicians

Meanwhile, Marine, far too curious, can't help but rummage through the small bag sent with the letter. “Don’t look!” lance Marguerite. Ulysses takes out a box and confides in his two roommates: “I think I know what it is because we talked about it.”. “Is that an engagement ring?”Marine is surprised. “Non”replies Ulysses, visibly embarrassed. Gently grasping the ring, he adds: “I'm going to attach it to my necklace. Thank you my life! I love it!” Marguerite, observer, comments with admiration: “It’s very pretty. It’s gold!” Marine, who has long been suspected of developing feelings for Ulysses, offers to help him attach the ring to his necklace. This moment symbolically marks the recognition of Ulysses' love for Lilly.