Following the Star Academy winners' prime on November 6, 2026, Elodie Frege addressed her absence from the live broadcast and her collaboration with student Leeloo. Although the season three winner participated in the recording, she was unable to attend the studio on the night of the show due to a medical procedure. During the debriefing on November 8, stage expression teacher Lydia Bouchard praised Leeloo's sensitivity, noting that while it enhances emotional delivery, it also makes her stress visible. Frege reposted these comments, adding that performing the 'extraordinary' song La Ceinture with Leeloo was difficult, especially given her unfortunate absence on the day of the broadcast. Elodie Frege expressed admiration for Leeloo's involvement and intensity, thanking the student for singing with all her heart. Her entourage clarified to Le Parisien that the medical intervention was entirely benign and nothing serious, ensuring fans that she was fine. Frege shared extracts of her performance on social media and posted an encouraging message on Instagram, acknowledging the challenge of mastering such a complex piece without her presence on site. Star Academy marked its 25th anniversary with a special prime featuring almost all previous winners. Jenifer, Nolwenn Leroy, Magali Vaé, and Pierre Garnier joined the current students in the Studio 217 in La Plaine Saint-Denis, hosted by Nikos Aliagas on TF1. The evening included a tribute to Grégory Lemarchal. Elodie Frege, the season three winner, could not attend live but performed her hit La Ceinture, written by Benjamin Biolay, with student Leeloo. The recording was shot a few days prior under live conditions. [1] [2]
The prime also sparked controversy regarding host Nikos Aliagas. After the elimination of contestant Morgan, a video circulated showing Aliagas appearing to reprimand another student, Cameron. The host had pointed his finger and spoken intensely to the young man, leading viewers on social media to interpret the exchange as a scolding. Aliagas addressed the controversy directly, explaining that he had simply been giving Cameron constructive feedback on his performance, specifically noting issues with low notes in the song Marie. He emphasized that candidates are accompanied and supported, not yelled at, effectively closing the debate. Nikos Aliagas addressed Frégé during the show, saying: 'You are with us Elodie, tonight. You are in our hearts and we think of you very strongly.' Following the broadcast, her team confirmed to Le Parisien that her absence was due to a minor medical procedure and that she was completely fine. Elodie shared moments from the performance on Instagram, praising Leeloo's dedication and expressing how difficult it was to get into character for the complex song without being there live. [1] [2]
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