Telethon Programming Faces Shake-Up as Godmother Santa reportedly Vetoes Slimane and Vitaa
Paris, France - The upcoming Telethon broadcast is reportedly undergoing last-minute changes following allegations that its godmother, singer Santa, requested the removal of artists Slimane and Vitaa from the programming. The claims, made by television host Cyril Hanouna, suggest a potential conflict stemming from past professional rivalries.
according to Hanouna, France Télévisions had initially invited both Slimane – recently involved in a court case – and Vitaa to participate in the December 5th and 6th event. however, Santa allegedly threatened to withdraw as godmother if both artists were included. Hanouna stated Santa specifically objected to Vitaa’s inclusion, reportedly citing jealousy over Vitaa’s wins at the NRJ Music Awards, where she bested Santa. “She said, ‘If it’s Vitaa and Slimane, I’m not doing the Telethon, I’m no longer the godmother of the Telethon,'” Hanouna claimed.
The Telethon, a nationally televised fundraising event for the French muscular Dystrophy Association, relies heavily on celebrity participation to attract viewers and donations. The potential exclusion of popular artists like Slimane and Vitaa raises questions about the event’s appeal and the influence wielded by its godmother. While Slimane’s participation was reportedly already “settled,” Hanouna indicated the singer would now likely not appear at Santa’s request, despite initial agreements.The situation highlights the complexities of coordinating high-profile events and the potential for personal disputes to impact charitable initiatives.