Slimane, the singer known from *The Voice*, is facing a sexual harassment complaint following an incident on December 17-18, which involved a former technician from his tour. The technician alleges that Slimane made unwanted advances during a post-show celebration. In the wake of these allegations, there is speculation about Slimane’s attendance at the upcoming NRJ Music Awards, where he is nominated for multiple categories. Despite the controversy, his participation has been confirmed by the broadcasting channels.
Recent news has sent shockwaves through the music industry. As reported by Le Parisien, Slimane, known for his role on The Voice, is now facing a sexual harassment allegation following a complaint made on October 28 to the Saint-Etienne public prosecutor’s office. A former technician from his recent tour has described an incident that allegedly occurred during a party celebrating the end of the tour’s first leg on the night of December 17-18 at the Zénith in Saint-Etienne. After the stage was dismantled, the technician attended a small gathering where Slimane reportedly ‘pinned him against a wall’ and attempted to force ‘a non-consensual embrace.’
The situation escalated, with the singer allegedly expressing a desire to be intimate with the technician. According to the lawyer for the plaintiff, Me Anne-Sophie Charrieras, ‘My client left the dressing room in a hurry, believing the encounter was finished.’ However, shortly thereafter, he began receiving ‘a barrage of messages and videos of a sexual, even pornographic nature’ from Slimane. These developments could potentially jeopardize his attendance at the upcoming NRJ Music Awards.
Will Slimane Attend the NRJ Music Awards on November 1ᵉʳ?
The NRJ Music Awards is one of the most anticipated events for TF1 viewers each year. Set for Friday, November 1ᵉʳ, the 26ᵉ edition will be hosted by Nikos Aliagas, featuring a variety of both French and international talents. Slimane is among the nominees for Male Francophone Artist and Song of the Year.
Since the unsettling news surfaced, all attention has turned to whether Slimane will perform at the ceremony. According to Puremédias, both TF1 and NRJ confirmed his attendance in a joint press release issued on Wednesday, October 30. This report indicates that Slimane’s name is included in the list of ‘artistes présents’ for the event, which will take place at the Palais des festivals et des congrès de Paris.
Other Featured Artists at the NRJ Music Awards
As the ceremony approaches, TF1 has unveiled a lineup of performers, including the popular French band Indochine. Clara Luciani, the godmother of Star Academy, will also grace the stage, along with Pierre Garnier, a winner from Star Academy season 11. Viewers can also look forward to performances by Louane and Santa, who have recently collaborated on the hit Recommence-moi, alongside Teddy Swims and Yseult, who gained recognition with Alibi.
Adding to the excitement, renowned French DJ David Guetta will perform at the NRJ Music Awards, accompanied by two Star Academy contestants. The pair, Emma and Masséo, were chosen by the mentors following evaluations this week focused on linked destinies. Together, they will head to Cannes to participate in this star-studded event, which attracts millions of viewers in France.