Two years ago, Fabien Lecoeuvre sparked controversy by expressing harsh criticism of Hoshi’s appearance. Now, the journalist and press officer apologizes in public: “My lack of understanding of this artist shows through in my words.”
Two long years have passed since an episode that shook the music world in April 2021. Fabien Lecoeuvre, a well-known journalist, then triggered a media storm by severely criticizing the appearance of singer Hoshi during an interview. His words, which still resonate, were as follows: “When are we going to get some sublime girls? When you look at Hoshi, for example, who has incredible, indisputable talent. But you put a poster of Hoshi in your room? She’s scary.” This statement caused a public outcry and sparked strong indignation.
Hoshi, the interpreter of “Amour censure,” already faced with episodes of cyberharassment and death threats, expressed her pain at these hurtful comments. She then received unexpected support from Grand Corps Malade, who had written an incisive song entitled “Des gens beaus” in his favor. Fabien Lecoeuvre responded by filing a complaint against the slammer, accusing him of having used his voice without authorization on the song. However, this legal battle ended in defeat at first instance for the journalist.
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A look back at the case: Fabien Lecoeuvre makes his mea culpa
Today, after two years of controversy and disagreement, Fabien Lecoeuvre decides to make amends. In a new interview with Public, the man who was once Michel Polnareff’s press secretary admits to having made a mistake in speaking about Hoshi in this way. He admits : “I didn’t know this artist well when I said that. I had only met her once, and I had also helped to launch her with Patrick Sébastien in 2016, in The Happy Years.” He also acknowledges having become aware of Hoshi’s suffering linked to his past and his experiences. Fabien Lecoeuvre confides: “I regretted having used the wrong description about her and publicly apologized for it.”
However, it is sad to see that this affair has taken on disproportionate proportions. He underlines : “But what reactions! What exploitation! In 2021 I received more than a million messages on social networks, including thirty-one death threats! The harassment that she experienced, I experienced too. ” Fabien Lecoeuvre, who had already admitted to having committed a “slip”, concludes by expressing his disappointment regarding his attempt to meet Hoshi directly, despite a request initiated by Cyril Hanouna, which was unsuccessful due to the refusals of the manager of the artist.
This belated reconciliation highlights the importance of words and actions in the entertainment industry, and reminds everyone of the need to think before speaking, especially when it can profoundly affect an artist’s life. Let us hope that this step marks the beginning of mutual understanding and reconciliation for all those involved.