French TV Host Cyril Hanouna Confirms Relationship With Shana Loustau
Listen to the story
French TV presenter Cyril Hanouna has officially confirmed his relationship with Shana Loustau.
The couple made the announcement live during an episode of the show TBT9.
During the broadcast, they also shared a kiss in front of viewers.
The announcement came shortly after Hanouna organised a big celebration for Loustau's 30th birthday.
The party took place at a villa that had a swimming pool.
Photos from the event have since circulated online, showing guests enjoying the celebration.
One notable guest at the party was singer Gilbert Montagné.
News of the relationship has also sparked comparisons to French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife.
Commentators say the public reveal changes how people view Hanouna and Loustau as a couple.
Hanouna is well known in France for hosting popular television programs.
Details about how long the couple had been together privately before the announcement were not shared.
The story has attracted attention from fans and French entertainment media alike.
Vocabulary10 words
- presenter
- a person who talks on a TV show
- relationship
- a close connection between two people who care for each other
- kiss
- an act of touching with lips to show love
- villa
- a large, nice house, often with outdoor space
- broadcast
- a TV or radio program shown to the public
- celebration
- an event to mark something special
- guest
- someone invited to an event
- circulated
- spread or shared widely
- commentators
- people who give opinions in the news
- confirmed
- said clearly that something is true
Quiz
Answer key
1. Live on the TV show TBT9 2. Shana Loustau's 30th birthday party 3. True
Fill-in-the-blank listening
Play the audio again and fill in the missing words as you listen.
French TV _____ Cyril Hanouna has officially confirmed his _____ with Shana Loustau.
The couple made the announcement live during an episode of the show TBT9.
During the _____, they also shared a _____ in front of viewers.
The announcement came shortly after Hanouna organised a big _____ for Loustau's 30th birthday.
The party took place at a _____ that had a swimming pool.
Photos from the event have since _____ online, showing guests enjoying the celebration.
One notable _____ at the party was singer Gilbert Montagné.
News of the relationship has also sparked comparisons to French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife.
Discussion questions
- Why do you think celebrities choose to announce relationships live on TV?
- What are the benefits and risks of sharing personal news publicly?
- How do you think fans might react to this kind of announcement?
- Do you think public figures owe their audience information about their private lives?