In the latest episode of *La France a un incroyable talent*, hosted by Karine Le Marchand, contestants showcased impressive performances, including singer Axel Tedesco and comedian Merwan, who received high praise. Controversy arose when juror Sugar Sammy made an insensitive comment regarding Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Meanwhile, Eric Antoine used his Golden Buzzer for the Nigerian dance group Dream Catchers Academy, highlighting their emotional story and determination to rebuild their lives.
In the latest episode of La France a un incroyable talent, which aired on Wednesday, October 30, viewers were treated to thrilling performances. Hosted by Karine Le Marchand, who also presents L’amour est dans le pré on Mondays, the show continues to captivate its audience. This episode featured two standout contestants who took the stage by storm. One of them, Axel Tedesco, a 24-year-old performer with an uncanny resemblance to Bruno Pelletier, charmed the judges with a classical rendition of Temps des cathédrales from Notre-Dame de Paris before transitioning to a high-energy performance of Johnny B. Goode by Chuck Berry. His impressive aerial tricks and grand écart left the judges, including Marianne James, Hélène Ségara, Sugar Sammy, and Eric Antoine, utterly amazed.
Controversial Humor in the Spotlight
Another contestant, comedian Nabe, also made waves with his unique routine. At 38, he humorously addressed his own battle with leukemia through light-hearted comedy, earning unanimous praise from the judges. However, the evening took a controversial turn when Sugar Sammy posed a surprising question to Nabe: ‘Nagasaki or Hiroshima?’, referencing the tragic atomic bombings during World War II. This comment sparked outrage on social media, with many viewers expressing their disapproval. Comments such as ‘That joke about Nagasaki and Hiroshima was out of line’ and ‘He went too far this time’ flooded platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
Golden Buzzer Surprise from Eric Antoine
Despite the controversy, Eric Antoine shone that night, activating his Golden Buzzer for a group of talented Nigerian dancers. The group, known as Dream Catchers Academy, made a heartfelt impression with their performance. Eric was deeply moved by their story, emphasizing the importance of sharing their experiences as they seek a safer environment. ‘We have to leave the place where we live to rebuild a new shelter elsewhere. We want to make our actions known by coming here’, stated their representative. The emotional weight of their performance added to the episode’s intensity, creating moments that resonated with viewers.