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Ryan Taofifénua

"*Singer 🎤 Rechercher une étoile Junior 2021 ❌ Runner-up in 2022 🥈*"
―Ryan's Twitter profile

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**Ryan Taofifénua** (born November 20, 2010) is a Canadian singer who was originally eliminated from *Épisode d'introduction* in third season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior* along with Virginia Mongin. Taofifénua tired again in season four and this time entered *École d'étoiles Junior* before preceding to place second in the season finale three months later, losing to Marylène Price.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

Taofifénua compete in *Rechercher une étoile Junior* twice. In 2021, he sang "Jusqu'ici tout va bien" by Gims during Épisode d'introduction. Despite positive feedback from the judges, Taofifénua was eliminated by in *Épisode d'introduction* along with Virginia Mongin. The two tried again a year later and this time, both entered the *École d'étoiles Junior*. In June 2022, Taofifénua and Mongin reached the season finale, placing second and fifth, respectively. Here's all of Taofifénua's performances.
Vincent Absil

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**Vincent Absil** (born January 1, 2005) is a Canadian singer who finished second on the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, losing to Xaviera Caillebotte.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In May 2019, Absil competed in the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, a spin-off of the highly successful *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, he reached the season finale and placed second. Here's all of Absil's performances from the inaugural season.

## Personal life

Absil's grandmother died on December 29, 2018. She was 84 at the time of her death.
Ça doit être l'amour

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"**Ça doit être l'amour**" (French for *It must be love*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Vasily Dupère.

## Song Information

Lyrics
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### Composition

The song is played in the key of A major, while Dupère's vocals span a range of E3 to G♭5.

## Music Video Information

The music video was filmed for two hours on December 10, 2019 at an empty Salle Octave Crémazie.
Sandrine Reason

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**Sandrine Reason** (March 4, 1990 – September 18, 2016) was a Canadian operatic soprano singer who competed in season 5 of *Rechercher une étoile*, for which she performed "Oh, Had I Jubal's Lyre" from George Frideric Handel's oratorio *Joshua*. She was eliminated in the introduction episode along with Jasper Suard, who sang "Allez Ola Olé" by Jessy Matador. Despite being eliminated, Reason went on to perform in worldwide opera productions and give recitals with symphony orchestras across French-speaking Canada. Reason passed away in September 2016 from cardic arrest.

## Biography

Reason was born on March 4, 1990 to a family of comedians in Sherbrooke. When she was 8, she'd often sing along to whatever was on the local radio station. After having denied admission into a local music conservatory due to her young age, she taught herself classical singing when she was a teenager, but didn't want her parents to know that.

## Death

Reason's final operatic role was Mariya in Pyotr Tchaikovsky's opera *Mazeppa*, played at Moscow's Novaya Opera Theatre in mid-September 2016. During the after party on the 18th, an unknown man broke into the venue, ready to shoot Reason, along with several other cast members, backstage. Reason shouted: "Get the f\*ck out of here! We're in the middle of a f-". Before she could finish, the man pulled a gun and shot her in the left shoulder. Reason managed to make it to the lobby, but died that evening from cardic arrest and blood loss. The gunman was defined to be then-25-year-old Timofey Argunov. He was sentenced to four years in prison and was released on September 18, 2020.
Jusqu'à ce que le soleil se lève

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"**Jusqu'à ce que le soleil se lève**" (French for *Until the sun rises*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Virginia Mongin.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of A major, while Mongin's vocals span a range of E3 to E5.
On ne vit qu'une fois

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"**On ne vit qu'une fois**" (French for *Only live once*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Marc Toutain.

## Song Information

Lyrics
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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of G minor, while Toutain's vocals span a range of F3 to D5.
Sébastien Esplit

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**Sébastien Hugo Esplit** (born January 18, 2001) is a Canadian singer who competed on the tenth season of *Rechercher une étoile*, for which he performed Train's hit "50 Ways to Say Goodbye". Esplit was eliminated in the introduction episode along with Ophélie Ayot, who sang "Amour on t'aime" by Arlette Zola. Esplit tried again in season 13 and this time, he entered *École d'étoiles* before preceding to finished 4th in the season finale three months later.
Hé salut toi

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"**Hé salut toi**" (French for *Hey hello you*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Rita Proulx.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of F major before switching to G♭5 major after the bridge, while Proulx's vocals span a range of C4 to G♭5.
Franck Bethune

"*Pop singer 🎤 Gemme d'or 2007 🥉 Rechercher une étoile 2009 🥇*"
―Franck's Twitter profile

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**Franck Bethune** (born January 11, 1992) is a Canadian singer who found fame after winning season 3 of *Rechercher une étoile*. Prior to *Etoile*, Bethune placed third in the eighth season of the Canadian children's song contest *Gemme d'or* with "Un garçon ordinaire".

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2009, Bethune competed in the third season of *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, he reached the season finale and won. Here's all of Bethune's performances.
Loïc Dando

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**Loïc Dando** (born July 9, 2011) is a Canadian singer who competed in the fifth season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, for which he performed "Skinny Love" by Bon Iver. Dando was eliminated in the introduction episode along with Jessica Kerouac, "Ask for More" by Janet Jackson.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

 Épisode d'introduction
Zoë Bruley

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**Zoë Bruley** (born January 31, 2010) is a Canadian singer who competed in the twenty-first season of *Gemme d'or* with the song "Tais-toi, éléphant". In April 2022, Bruley finished 11th in the fourth season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.
Rechercher une étoile Junior en tournée 2020

**Rechercher une étoile Junior en tournée 2020** was a virtual concert tour promoting the second season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Background and development

The tour was announced in April 2020 despite preparations for Niveau 4.

Rescheduled tour dates were announced a month later. In October 2020, Canal de triomphe announced that the tour would be virtual with all 16 contestants recording their performances at an empty TV studio in Quebec City along with a small band and pre-recorded backing tracks. The Canadian tour dates were cancelled and therefore, the prerecorded performances were only shown in Europe and Asia.

## Performers

All 16 official contestants from the second season prerecorded their tour performances at an empty TV studio in Quebec City throughout October 2020.

## Set list

### **Act 1**

* Francis Deguara - "Back in Time" (Huey Lewis)
* Colette Rambin - "What a Wonderful World" (Louis Armstrong)
* Kinji Melanson - "Écris l'histoire" (Grégory Lemarchal)
* Abraham Lépicier - "Quand je t'aime" (Demis Roussos)
* Pearl Boutry - "Head Above Water" (Avril Lavigne)
* Arthur Chong - "Wheel in the Sky" (Journey)
* Liam Caron - "Forever Young" (Alphaville)
* Daphne Lorieux - "Je suis décidée" (Nancy Fortin)
* Viera Giresse - "Imperfections" (Céline Dion)
* Whitney Franz - "White and Black Blues" (Joëlle Ursull)
* Walter Metrejon - "Roi" (Bilal Hassani)
* Samantha Yatteau - "Dans la lumière" (Written by Samantha herself)
* Béchir Costa - "Des centaines d'années" (Written by Béchir himself)
* Milan Prudhomme - "Toi + Moi" (Grégoire)
* Brenda Chrétien - "Les Flocons de l'été" (Étienne Daho)
* Rina Sutrisno - "Nessun dorma" (Miguel Fleta)

### **Act 2**

* Boys - "Push It to the Limit" (Corbin Bleu)
* Girls - "Be Happy" (Dixie D'Amelio)
* Brenda Chrétien - "Si c'était à refaire" (Céline Dion)
* Rina Sutrisno - "O mio babbino caro" (Florence Easton)
* Group - 1990's medley:
	+ "Breakfast at Tiffany's" (Deep Blue Something)
	+ "Don't Speak" (No Doubt)
	+ "I Belong to You" (Gina G)
	+ "Crazy" (Seal)
	+ "Dreams" (The Cranberries)
	+ "Wannabe" (Spice Girls)
* Milan Prudhomme - "Je crois en toi" (Written by Milan himself)
* Béchir Costa - "Paint It Black" (The Rolling Stones)
* Group - Coronavirus medley
	+ "Break My Heart" (Dua Lipa)
	+ "Control" (Zoë Wees)
	+ "Cardigan" (Taylor Swift)
	+ "Together" (Sia)
	+ "Who's Laughing Now" (Ava Max)
	+ "We Are Warriors" (Avril Lavigne)
* Brenda Chrétien - "Sauver le monde" (Written by Brenda herself)
* Group - "Le monde vous appartient"

## Tour dates

All shows were performed virtually.

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Abraham Lépicier

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**Abraham Boyd Lépicier** (born January 4, 2006) is a Canadian singer who finished 13th in season 2 of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In March 2020, Lépicier competed in the second season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*. He was eliminated in Niveau 5. Here's all of Lépicier's performances.
Félicien de Verley

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**Félicien de Verley** (born April 3, 1996) is a Canadian singer who finished fourth in season 9 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

De Verley can speak French, English, Spanish, Japanese, and a little Turkish. He's currently learning to speak Italian!
Patricia Burian

"*#Torontokyo 2020 6️⃣° #RechercherUneÉtoile 2021 🔜*"
―Patricia's Twitter profile

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**Patricia Burian** (born December 12, 2004) is a Canadian singer who finished sixth at Torontokyo 2020 with the song "Hurler à la lune", sung to the tune of "Elevator Girl" by Babymetal. Burian finished 7th in season 12 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

### **Torontokyo**

In June 2020, Burian competed in the eighteenth edition of Torontokyo, a contest for which kids aged 8 to 15 sing a French version of a current J-pop hit. She sang "Hurler à la lune", sung to the tune of "Elevator Girl" by Babymetal.

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2021, Burian competed in the eleventh season of Rechercher une étoile. She was eliminated in Niveau 11. Here's all of Burian's performances.
Ivo Blon

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**Ivo Blon** (born September 26, 2009) is a Canadian singer who competed in the twenty-first season of *Gemme d'or* with his friend Gina Moder and their song "Un pour tous, tous pour un". The following year, Blon finished 13th in the fourth season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.
Un jour normal

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"**Un jour normal**" (French for *A normal day*) is a song written and recorded by Korean-Canadian singer Alice Jeong.

## Song Information

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The song is played in the key of D minor, while Jeong's vocals span a range of C4 to F5. The lyrics are primarily in French despite a phrase in Korean during the chorus.
Xaviera Caillebotte

"*Multi-genre singer 🎤 Rechercher une étoile Junior 2019 🥇*"
―Xaviera's Twitter profile

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**Xaviera Caillebotte** (born February 1, 2006) is a Canadian singer who won the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Xaviera was born on February 1, 2006 in Montreal. Her father is a comedian and her mother is a barista.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In May 2019, Caillebotte competed in the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, a spin-off of the highly successful *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, she reached the season finale and won. Here's all of Caillebotte's performances.

### **Post *Étoile Junior***

On January 1, 2020, Caillebotte sang a bilingual version of "O Canada" ahead of the 40th annual Canadian New Year's Day Hockey Game. Despite being stressed that night, her performance was well-received.

February 2021 debut album; embarked on debut tour in fall 2021 and visits Europe in spring 2022

## Artistry

### **Voice**

Caillebotte possesses a soprano vocal range. Her voice ranges from E♭3 to G7.
Rechercher une étoile Junior en tournée 2019

**Rechercher une étoile Junior en tournée 2019** was a concert tour promoting the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Background and development

Announced in spring 2019 before the inaugural season premiered

## Performers

All 16 official contestants from the inaugural season performed during the Canadian tour dates. The top 5 performed during international legs of the tour.

## Set list

### **Act 1**

* Hubert - "You're a Wonderful One" (Marvin Gaye)
* Samuel - "Jailhouse Rock" (Elvis Presley)
* Aviva - "Laisse tomber les filles" (France Gall)
* Robert - "Tu as trouvé un ami" (Michel Comeau)
* Minata - "C'est la ouate" (Caroline Loeb)
* Levon - "Carefree Highway" (Gordon Lightfoot)
* Octave - "Une seconde d'éternité" (Linkup)
* Valérie - "L'Été indien" (Joe Dassin)
* Justine - "Carry On" (Kygo and Rita Ora)
* Thomas - "Words Fail" (Ben Platt)
* Veronica - "Walk My Way" (Brynn Cartelli)
* Gilles - "Huitième merveille" (Written by Gilles himself)
* Gabrielle - Construis ta vie" (Written by Gabrielle herself)
* Lynnette - "What About Us" (P!nk)
* Vincent - "Grands espoirs" (Frank Cotty)
* Xaviera - "Screaming" (Dimash Kudaibergen)

### **Act 2**

* Guys - "Bet on It" (Zac Efron)
* Girls - "A Million Dreams" (Ziv Zaifman, Hugh Jackman, and Michelle Williams)
* Vincent - "Never Too Late" (Elton John)
* Xaviera - "All by Myself" (Eric Carmen)
* Group - Movie medley
	+ "We Rock" (*Camp Rock*)
	+ "Twist and Shout" (*Ferris Bueller's Day Off*)
	+ "When You Believe" (*The Prince of Egypt*)
	+ "Footloose" (*Footloose*)
	+ "L'histoire de la vie" (*The Lion King*; French dub)
	+ "Happy" (*Despicable Me 2*)
* Lynnette - "Des gens comme moi" (Written by Lynnette herself)
* Gabrielle - "On écrit sur les murs" (Demis Roussos)
* Group - Current hits medley
	+ "5 minutes avec toi" (Amir Haddad)
	+ "Bad Guy" (Billie Eilish)
	+ "Rescue Me" (OneRepublic)
	+ "Never Really Over" (Katy Perry)
	+ "Flying on My Own" (Céline Dion)
	+ "Dreams" (Phil Beaudreau)
* Vincent - "Chère grand-mère" (Written by Vincent himself)
* Xaviera - "Au dessus du ciel" (Written by Xaviera herself)
* Group - "Partager la joie"
Octave Bourseiller

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**Octave Michael Bourseiller** (born February 8, 2007) is a Canadian singer who finished 10th on the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In May 2019, Bourseiller competed in the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, a spin-off of the highly successful *Rechercher une étoile*. He was eliminated in Niveau 8. Here's all of Bourseiller's performances from the inaugural season.
J'ai besoin d'un ami

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"**J'ai besoin d'un ami**" (French for *I need a friend*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Lars Demerchant.

## Song Information

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### Composition

The song is played in the key of B minor, while Demerchant's vocals span a range of D3 to D5.

## Live Performance Information

### Rechercher une étoile 2023

During the finale in season 14 of *Rechercher une étoile*, the first round had the finalists singing original songs as is common with previous seasons of the show, one of them being "J'ai besoin d'un ami", written by Lars himself. During the performance, Demerchant wore a white T-shirt and with black jeans and a blazer and a blue neck scarf, all while being accompanied by Opération Danse Junior 2018 winner Maud Chardin. Demerchant took off the scarf and gave it to Chardin shortly after the last chorus.
James Séjour

"*Jeune chanteuse d'Hébertville. Big fan of Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi, and Garou.*"
―James' Twitter profile

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**James Séjour** (born December 27, 2009) is a Canadian singer who finished 10th on the third season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.
Derek Lantin

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**Derek Lantin** (born May 7, 2003) is an American singer who finished ninth on season 10 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

In September 2019, Lantin competed in the tenth season of Rechercher une étoile. He was eliminated in Niveau 9. Here's all of Lantin's performances.
Lena Benoît

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**Lena Benoît** (born March 19, 1991) is a Canadian singer who finished third in season 1 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

Benoît can speak French, English, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and a little German.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2007, Benoît competed in the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile*. It was the shortest season in the show's history with 13 official contestants selected to enter the *École d'étoiles*. Later that year in November, she reached the season finale and placed second. Here's all of Benoît performances.

## Artistry

### **Voice**

Benoît possesses a soprano vocal range extending from D3 to G7.
Béchir Costa

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**Béchir Costa** (born February 15, 2006) is a Moroccan singer who finished fourth in season 2 of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Béchir Costa was born on February 15, 2006 in Casablanca.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In March 2020, Costa competed in the second season of Rechercher une étoile Junior. Three months later, he reached the season finale and placed fourth. Here's all of Costa's performances.
Être une fille

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"**Être une fille**" (French for *Being a girl*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Rika Archambeau.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of B♭ major, while Archambeau's vocals span a range of G3 to D5.
Lena Serre

"*Rechercher une étoile Junior ✨ 2020 ❌ 2022 🥉*"
―Lena's Twitter profile

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**Lena Marie Serre** (born January 9, 2011) is a Canadian singer who was originally eliminated from *Épisode d'introduction* in the second season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, for which she performed "Je ne regrette rien" by Édith Piaf. Serre was eliminated in the introduction episode along with Lars Demerchant, who sang "Long Train Running" by The Doobie Brothers. Serre tried in season four and this time, she entered *École d'étoiles Junior* before preceding to place 3rd in the season finale three months later.

Serre can speak French, English, Spanish, and a little Italian, all while learning Russian.

## Biography

Lena Serre was born on January 9, 2011 in Quebec City.

## Career

### Rechercher une étoile Junior

Serre competed in *Rechercher une étoile Junior* twice. In 2020, she sang "Je ne regrette rien" by Édith Piaf. Despite positive feedback from the judges, she was eliminated by in *Épisode d'introduction* along with Lars Demerchant. Serre tried again two years later and this time, she entered *École d'étoiles Junior*. In June 2022, she reached the season finale and placed third. Here's all of Serre's performances.

## Artistry

### Voice

Serre possesses the vocal range of a mezzo-soprano.
Jérémy Asselin

"*Singer 🎤 Winner of Rechercher une étoile 2016 🥇*"
―Jérémy's Twitter profile

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**Jérémy Asselin** (born May 13, 1998) is a Canadian singer who found fame after winning season 7 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2016, Asselin competed in the seventh season of *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, he reached the season finale and won. Here's all of Asselin's performances.
Jessica Kerouac

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**Jessica Kerouac** (born February 4, 2012) is a Canadian singer who compete in the fifth season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, for which she performed "Ask for More" by Janet Jackson. Kerouac was eliminated in the introduction episode along with Loïc Dando, who sang "Skinny Love" by Bon Iver.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

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Des gens comme moi

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"**Des gens comme moi**" (French for *People like me*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Lynnette Belshaw.

## Song Information

Lyrics
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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of A minor, while Belshaw's vocals span a range of E3 to F5.

## Music Video Information

The music video was filmed on August 26, 2019 in Montreal and took five hours to film. The editing process started a day later before concluding on August 29. The video was finally released on August 31 at 10:00 AST.

## Critical reception

"Des gens comme moi" received high praise.

## Charts

 France (French SNEP Singles Chart)
 Switzerland (Swiss Singles Chart)
Antoinette de Grasse

"*Originaire de Los Angeles // Originally from Los Angeles*"
―Antoinette's Twitter profile

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**Antoinette de Grasse** (born April 30, 2002) is a Canadian-American singer who finished 5th in season 12 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Artistry

### **Voice**

De Grasse has the vocal range of a mezzo-soprano. Her voice ranges from D3 to D♭6.

### **Influences**

De Grasse is influenced by modern pop music and is a big fan of Richard Marx and Amel Bent.
Prend-moi comme je suis

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"**Prend-moi comme je suis**" (French for *Take me as I am*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Rébecca Bazinet.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of F minor, while Bazinet's vocals span a range of F3 to F5.
Marc Toutain

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**Marc Toutain** (born January 29, 2004) is a Canadian singer who competed at Torontokyo 2019 with Emma Truffaut and their song "Une orchidée", sung to the tune of "Ai no Katachi" by Misia and Hide. Toutain finished 3rd in season 11 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

### **Torontokyo**

In May 2019, Toutain competed alongside Emma Truffaut in the seventeenth edition of Torontokyo, a contest for which kids aged 8 to 15 sing a French version of a current J-pop hit. They sang "Une orchidée", sung to the tune of "Ai no Katachi" by Misia and Hide.

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In July 2020, Toutain competed in the eleventh season of *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, he reached the season finale and placed third. Here's all of Toutain's performances.
Claudine Jalbert

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**Claudine Jalbert** (born January 15, 1992) is a Canadian classical crossover/R&B singer who competed in season 1 of *Rechercher une étoile*. Despite her elimination in Niveau 7, she went on to have a successful career.

Jalbert speaks French, English, and a little Italian, and sings in French, English, Italian, Spanish, and sometimes Latin.

## Artistry

### Voice

Jalbert possesses a soprano vocal range extending from E♭3 to F7.

### Influences

Jalbert's influences are Amy Grant, Kristin Chenoweth, Sarah Brightman, and Toni Braxton.

## Discography

### Albums

* *Claudine* (released November 7, 2008)
* *Le grenat* (released June 18, 2010)
* *All My Heart* (released April 6, 2012)
* *Miracles Await* (released September 13, 2013)
* *Gratuit* (released May 15, 2015)
* *Land of Youth* (released May 26, 2017)
* *Stone Wall* (released November 2, 2018)
* *Capricorn* (released July 31, 2020)
* *Jalbert.9* (surprise album; released September 3, 2021)
* *Worlds Away* (surprise album; released April 2, 2022)
* *Midnight Blue* (released January 5, 2024)

## Tours

### Headlining

* Claudine Jalbert LIVE! (2009)
* Le grenat Tour (2010-11)
* All My Heart Tour (2012-13)
* Miracles Await Tour (2014)
* Gratuit Tour (2015-16)
* Land of Youth Tour (2017-18)
* Stone Wall Tour (2019)
* Tour of the Capricorn (2021-22)

## Trivia

* Jalbert's sixth studio album *Land of Youth* is inspired by a tattoo she got on her upper left arm in November 2014. It was her second (and latest) tattoo, after *konichiwa* written in Kanji (こんにちは) on her upper back in October 2012. As of now, she isn't planning to get a third tattoo.
Angélique Kryger

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**Angélique Kryger** (born December 24, 2010) is a Canadian singer who competed in the twenty-first season of *Gemme d'or* with the song "Vivre ma vie". In May 2022, Kryger finsihed 9th in the fourth season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Career

### **Gemme d'or**

In February 2021, Kryger competed in the 21st annual Canadian children's song contest *Gemme d'or* with the song "Vivre ma vie".

## Artistry

### Voice

Kryger possesses the vocal range of a mezzo-soprano.
Pearl Boutry

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**Pearl Boutry** (born January 31, 2008) is a Canadian singer who competed at Torontokyo 2019 with "Toucher nos cœurs", sung to the tune of "Hatsukoi" by Utada Hikaru. Boutry finished 12th in season 2 of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Boutry was born on January 31, 2008 to a family of comedians in Bonfield.

## Career

### **Torontokyo**

On 11 May 2019, Boutry competed at the seventeenth annual Torontokyo with the song "Toucher nos cœurs", sung to the tune of "Hatsukoi" by Utada Hikaru.

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In March 2020, Boutry competed in the second season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*. She was eliminated in Niveau 6. Here's all of Boutry's performances.
Gina Moder

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**Gina Moder** (born February 11, 2006) is a Canadian singer who competed in the twenty-first season of *Gemme d'or* with her friend Ivo Blon and their song "Un pour tous, tous pour un". In November 2022, Moder finished 8th in season 13 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

### **Gemme d'or**

In February 2021, Moder competed in the twenty-first season of Gemme d'or with Ivo Blon and their song "Un pour tous, tous pour un".
Tasse de chocolat

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"**Tasse de chocolat**" (French for *Cup of chocolate*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Indiana Bellivan.

## Song Information

Lyrics
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### Composition

The song is played in the key of C minor, while Bellivan's vocals span a range of C4 to E♭5.

## Music Video Information

The music video was filmed from July 2nd to 3rd at a studio in Quebec City and mixes live action with animation. The live action segments include Bellivan singing the song and playing with porcelain dolls in what seems to resemble a Disney Princess themed bedroom. The animated content includes teacups with chocolate and other pastries. Bellivan has three outfit changes. The first is a light pink knee-length dress with a brown ribbon belt and tiny gold beads on the skirt, all while going barefoot. The second is a light blue top and a white skirt with purple flower prints, and she has bluey-gray sandals. The third and final outfit change is gold silver sneakers, dark denim shorts with a beige belt, and a white shirt that reads *LOVE* in pink letters.
Continuez à croire

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"**Continuez à croire**" (French for *Keep believing*) is a song by Canadian singer Clovis Mordant.

## Song Information

Lyrics
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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of A minor, while Mordant's vocals span a range of E3 to G5.
Paul Thibert

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**Paul Thibert** (born January 27, 1996) is an American singer who competed on season 4 of *Rechercher une étoile* until his elimination in Niveau 10. Despite his elimination, Thibert went on to have a successful career.

Thibert can speak English, French, Spanish, and a little Japanese. He's currently learning to speak Russian!
Lynnette Belshaw

"*Torontokyo 2018 🥇 Rechercher une étoile Junior 2019 🥉 Debut album Rocking My Dreams out now!*"
―Lynnette's Twitter profile as of May 2021

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**Lynnette Anne Belshaw** (born August 12, 2006) is a Canadian singer who won Torontokyo 2018 with the song "Lampe de poche", sung to the tune of "Irish Blue" by Takahiro (from EXILE). In August 2019, Belshaw finished third on the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Lynnette was born on August 12, 2006 in Montreal. Her father is a fashion photographer for a women's magazine and her mother is a software publisher. Lynnette herself is the oldest of three siblings.

## Career

### Early years

In September 2014, Lynnette was invited to be a musical guest on an episode of the game show *Le pot d'or le plus important*, for which she sang "Who Said" by Hannah Montana. Lynnette's performance went viral and earned her tickets to a Razo Janvier concert.

### Torontokyo

In May 2018, Belshaw competed in the sixteenth edition of Torontokyo, a contest for which kids aged 8 to 15 sing a French version of a current J-pop hit. She sang "Lampe de poche", sung to the tune of "Irish Blue" by Takahiro Tasaki from EXILE, and won the competition thanks to a majority of public voting.

### Rechercher une étoile Junior

In May 2019, Belshaw competed in the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, a spin-off of the highly successful *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, she reached the season finale and placed third. Here's all of Belshaw's performances from the inaugural season.

## Artistry

### Voice

Belshaw possesses the vocal range of a mezzo-soprano. Her voice ranges from D3 to D6.

### Influences

Belshaw points out Avril Lavigne, Bon Jovi, Brendon Urie, Bryan Adams, Kelly Clarkson, P!nk, and fictional singer Hannah Montana as her influences.
Lars Demerchant

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**Lars Demerchant** (born March 1, 2007) is a Canadian singer who competed season 2 of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, for which he performed "Long Train Running" by The Doobie Brothers. Demerchant was eliminated in the introduction episode along with Lena Serre, who sang "Je ne regrette rien" by Édith Piaf. In September 2023, Demerchant started competing in season 14 of the regular *Rechercher une étoile*, for which he was entered *École d'étoiles* before preceding to place 4th in the season finale three months later.

## Biography

Lars Demerchant was born on March 1, 2007 in Hébertville.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In March 2020, Demerchant competed in the second season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*. Despite positive feedback from the judges, he was eliminated by in *Épisode d'introduction* along with Lena Serre.

 Épisode d'introduction

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2023, Demerchant began competing in the fourteenth season of *Rechercher une étoile*.
Passez

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"**Passez**" (French for *Move on*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Mathis Bortoluzzi.

## Song Information

Lyrics
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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of A major, while Bortoluzzi's vocals span a range of E3 to E5.
Nina Chalonge

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**Nina Chalonge** (born May 3, 1998) is a Canadian singer who competed in season 11 of *Rechercher une étoile*, for which she performed "Amies-ennemies" by Nâdiya. Chalonge was eliminated in the introduction episode along with César Bréhier, who sang "Another Way" by Tevin Campbell.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In July 2020, Chalonge competed in the eleventh season of *Rechercher une étoile*. Despite positive feedback from the judges, she was eliminated by in *Épisode d'introduction* along with César Bréhier.

 Épisode d'introduction
Nouvelle école

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"**Nouvelle école**" (French for *New school*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Tiffany Frayne.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of D major, while Frayne's vocals span a range of E3 to D5.
Veronica Deschanel

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**Veronica Deschanel** (born April 7, 2009) is a Canadian singer who finished sixth on the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Deschanel was born on April 7, 2009 to a family of retail store workers in Laval.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In May 2019, Deschanel competed in the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, a spin-off of the highly successful *Rechercher une étoile*. She was eliminated in Niveau 12. Here's all of Deschanel's performances from the inaugural season.
Grég Loïzou

"*Just a teenager who likes singing, dancing, and watching corny movies on Netflix*"
―Grég's Twitter profile

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**Grégory "Grég" Loïzou** (born February 4, 2007) is a Canadian singer who finished 14th on the third season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.
Anna Allaire

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**Anna Hermine Allaire** (born March 7, 2003) is a Canadian singer who finished third season 10 of *Rechercher une étoile*. Her surname sounds familiar because she is the younger sister of Frédéric Allaire, the fourth place finalist in season 6.

## Biography

Anna was born on March 7, 2003 in Sherbrooke. Her father is a comedian and her mother is a graphic designer. Anna's brother Frédéric competed in season 6 of *Rechercher une étoile* in 2015.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2019, Allaire competed in the tenth season of *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, she reached the season finale and placed third. Here's all of Allaire's performances.

## Artistry

### **Voice**

Anna possesses the vocal range of a soprano. Her voice ranges from E♭3 to G7.

### **Influences**

Anna is influenced by modern pop music and grew up listening to Axelle Red, Celine Dion, David Cook, Demi Lovato, Justin Timberlake, Lara Fabian, and Priscilla Betti, all of which she considered her influences.
Je n'étais jamais

"**Je n'étais jamais**" (French for *I was never*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Loup Chaufourier. The song became a huge hit thanks to his victory in season 9 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Song Information

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## Music Video Information

The music video from December 15 to 18, 2018 in ???.

## Critical reception

"Je n'étais jamais" received high praise from critics.

## Charts

 Canada (ADISQ)
 Czech Republic (Singles Digitál Top 100)
 France (French SNEP Singles Chart)
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 Japan (Oricon Singles Chart)
 Switzerland (Swiss Singles Chart)
 US Rhythmic (*Billboard*)
Chantal Belyea

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**Chantal Belyea** (born March 30, 2004) is a Canadian singer who participated at Torontokyo 2019 with the song "Un poème pour l'oubli" sung to the tune of "Muishiki no Iro" by SKE48. In 2022, Belyea finished 11th in season 13 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

### **Torontokyo**

In May 2019, Belyea competed in the seventeenth annual Torontokyo with the song "Un poème pour l'oubli" sung to the tune of "Muishiki no Iro" by SKE48.
La fille que j'aime

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"**La fille que j'aime**" (French for *The girl I like*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Jasper Perrottet.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of A major, while Perrottet's vocals span a range of E3 to D♭5.
Christina Bergamaschi

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**Christina Bergamaschi** (born March 1, 2006) is a Canadian singer who won the twenty-first season of *Gemme d'or* with the song "Je suis fou amoureux". In December 2022, Bergamaschi finished 2nd in season 13 of *Rechercher une étoile*, losing to Bianca Myong.

Bergamaschi can speak French, English, Italian, and is currently learning Swedish.

## Career

### **Gemme d'or**

In February 2021, Bergamaschi won the twenty-first season of Gemme d'or with the song "Je suis fou amoureux".
Emma Truffaut

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**Emma Truffaut** (born April 6, 2004) is a Canadian singer who competed at Torontokyo 2019 with Marc Toutain and their song "Une orchidée", sung to the tune of "Ai no Katachi" by Misia and Hide. Truffaut finished 4th in season 11 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

### **Torontokyo**

In May 2019, Truffaut competed alongside Marc Toutain in the seventeenth edition of Torontokyo, a contest for which kids aged 8 to 15 sing a French version of a current J-pop hit. They sang "Une orchidée", sung to the tune of "Ai no Katachi" by Misia and Hide.

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In July 2020, Truffaut competed in the eleventh season of *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, she reached the season finale and placed fourth. Here's all of Truffaut's performances.

## Artistry

### **Voice**

Truffaut is a mezzo-soprano. Her voice ranges from D3 to D6.
Gilles Faivre

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**Gilles Faivre** (born January 8, 2005) is a Canadian singer who was the runner-up in Torontokyo 2016 with his song "Une fin heureuse", sung to the tune of "Anata o Tamotsu Mono" by Maaya Sakamoto. Faivre finished fifth on the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Gilles Faivre was born on January 8, 2005 in Toronto.

## Career

### Torontokyo

In May 2016, Faivre competed in the 14th annual Torontokyo, a singing contest for which Canadian kids aged 8 to 15 perform French-language covers of current J-pop hits. Faivre was the runner-up with the song "Une fin heureuse", sung to the tune of "Anata o Tamotsu Mono" by Maaya Sakamoto. He was the runner-up.

### Rechercher une étoile Junior

In May 2019, Faivre competed in the inaugural season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*, a spin-off of the highly successful *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, he reached the season finale and placed fifth. Here's all of Delaplace's performances from the inaugural season.
Lothaire Mistral

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**Lothaire Mistral** (born April 13, 2000) is a Canadian singer who finished 16th in season 12 of *Rechercher une étoile*.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2021, Mistral competed in the eleventh season of Rechercher une étoile. He was eliminated in Niveau 2. Here's all of Mistral's performances.

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Tu vois l'autre chemin

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"**Tu vois l'autre chemin**" (French for *You see the other way*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Lena Serre.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of G minor, while Serre's vocals span a range of B♭3 to D5.
Whitney Franz

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**Whitney Marie Franz** (born April 13, 2007) is a Canadian singer and occasional actress. She finished 7th in season 2 of the Canadian reality singing competition *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Whitney Franz was born on April 13, 2007 in Jonquière.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In March 2020, Franz competed in the second season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*. She was eliminated in Niveau 11. Here's all of Franz's performances.

## Artistry

### **Voice**

Franz possesses a soprano vocal range of four octaves. Her voice ranges from D3 to E7.

## Personal life

Although not her native language, Franz learned to read in Italian before French.
Rita Proulx

"*Gemme d'or 2019 🥇 Rechercher une étoile Junior 2021 4️⃣°*"
―Rita's Twitter profile

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**Rita Proulx** (born January 7, 2009) is a Canadian singer who won the nineteenth season of *Gemme d'or* with the song "Je veux voir le monde". Two years later, Proulx placed 4th on the third season of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Career

### **Gemme d'or**

In 2019, Proulx won Gemme d'or with the sonf "Je veux voir le monde".
Celestia Autié

"*Opera singer 🎼 Rechercher une étoile 2009 🥈*"
―Celestia's Twitter profile

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**Celestia Autié** (born May 19, 1989) is a Canadian operatic soprano singer who finished second in season 3 of *Rechercher une étoile*, losing to Franck Bethune. Despite being the runner-up, Autié went on to perform in recitals and opera productions worldwide.

## Early life

Autié was born in Victoriaville to Indra and Phillippe Autié. Her father operated a video security business until September 2009. Autié began her education in a local school district before graduating as a home-schooled student in 2007.

In March 2008, Autié watched the movie version of Victor Herbert's 1910 opera *Naughty Marietta* in her basement and started singing a few songs from the movie later on.

## Career

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2009, Autié competed in the third season of *Rechercher une étoile*. Three months later, she reached the season finale and placed second. Here's all of Autié's performances.

## Personal life

Autié isn't married and doesn't have any children.

When Autié isn't singing in major opera productions or recitals will symphony orchestras, she likes to play video games and watch various movies and TV shows on Netflix.
Huitième merveille

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"**Huitième merveille**" (French for *Eighth wonder*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Gilles Faivre.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of G♭ minor, while Faivre's vocals span a range of G♭3 to D♭5.
Milan Prudhomme

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**Milan Daniel Prudhomme** (born April 11, 2008) is an American singer who placed third in season 2 of *Rechercher une étoile Junior*.

## Biography

Milan Prudhomme was born on April 11, 2008 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

## Career

### **Early years**

In May 2017, Prudhomme performed "The Logical Song" at a school talent show and got a standing ovation. His older sister Melanie has an eye for talent and recognized her brother's pitch-perfect voice immediately.

Although Milan was raised English-speaking, his sister suggested he sing in French in order to better connect with his heritage and francophones of U.S., including Louisiana. He started singing French songs phonetically and become fully fluent by the beginning of 2018.

### **Rechercher une étoile Junior**

In March 2020, Prudhomme competed in the second season of Rechercher une étoile Junior. Three months later, he reached the season finale and placed third. Here's all of Prudhomme's performances.
Dans la lumière

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"**Dans la lumière**" (French for *Into the light*) is a song written and recorded by Canadian singer Samantha Yatteau.

## Song Information

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### **Composition**

The song is played in the key of E major, while Yatteau's vocals span a range of B3 to G♭5.
Guillaume Descloix

"*Chanteur pop en herbe 🎤 Torontokyo 2020 7️⃣° #RechercherUneÉtoile 2021 ✨*"
―Guillaume's Twitter profile

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**Guillaume Descloix** (born February 5, 2005) is a Canadian singer who finished seventh at Torontokyo 2020 with the song "Disparu", sung to the tune of "Dororo" by Asian Kung-Fu Generation. A year later, Descloix finished 9th in season 12 of *Rechercher une étoile*. He is the younger brother of Aubin Descloix, who competed in 2015.

## Career

### **Torontokyo**

In June 2020, Descloix competed in the eighteenth edition of Torontokyo, a contest for which kids aged 8 to 15 sing a French version of a current J-pop hit. He sang "Disparu", sung to the tune of "Dororo" by Asian Kung-Fu Generation.

### **Rechercher une étoile**

In September 2021, Descloix competed in the eleventh season of Rechercher une étoile. He was eliminated in Niveau 9. Here's all of Descloix's performances.