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NOLWENN LEROY'S TRIUMPH AT THE STAR ACADEMY
Before becoming an icon thanks to the famous TF1 show, Nolwenn Leroy took singing lessons with Armande Altaï for six months in Paris. Her talent then led her to the Star Academy, although she hesitated for a long time to participate in the show. Indeed, she was also expected to play Scarlett Ohara in the musical "Gone with the Wind". Nolwenn Leroy finally made the wise choice to participate in the Star Academy, finally winning the competition on December 21, 2002. Her victory in front of more than 11.5 million viewers marked the beginning of her meteoric rise. In the process, Nolwenn Leroy distinguished herself at Eurobest and also participated in the Star Academy tour. She then decided to adopt the stage name Nolwenn Leroy to distinguish herself from the singer Nolwenn.
NOLWENN LEROY, AN ARTIST WITH A BIG HEART
With eight studio albums to her credit, Nolwenn Leroy, partner of former tennis player Arnaud Clément, has been a key figure on the French music scene for two decades now. Her collaborations with renowned artists have even helped to increase her fame beyond borders. In addition to her musical career, Nolwenn Leroy has ventured into the world of comedy, demonstrating her artistic versatility. Her multidisciplinary talent has earned her international recognition. She is indeed involved in various charitable causes. In this capacity, she is the patron of the Abbé-Pierre Foundation and an active member of Les Enfoirés since 2006. She has also been one of the French people's favorite personalities since 2012, proof of her popularity.
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