Launched for the first time on TF1 in 2001. Star Academy did not immediately establish itself among viewers. Indeed, the beginnings of the program were complicated in terms of audiences. However, the popularity of talent show has grown exponentially over the weeks. Finally, more than 11 million viewers watched the grand finale of the first edition of this show, during which Jenifer triumphed against Mario. Subsequently, the Star Academy became the essential musical program of the first channel during the 2000s. This talent show allowed a new generation of artists to emerge. In addition to Jenifer, Nolwenn Leroy, Elodie Frégé, Sofia Essaïdi, but also the late Grégory Lemarchal all launched their respective careers following their participation in this show. Canceled in 2008, Star Academy successfully returned to TF1 in 2022.
Each week, students have the opportunity to perform on stage alongside many talented artists to learn the tricks of the trade. However, a living legend of French song does not intend to participate in this show, which he seems to hate. Indeed, Michel Fugain, who has just released a new album, took TF1’s tele-hook down sharply during an interview given to the Belgian daily Télépro on Tuesday January 14, 2025. “This is exactly the place where we cannot transmit anything. They have (…)
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