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Michel Drucker, an iconic figure of French television, recently reversed course regarding his planned retirement in 2025. In an interview with Télé-Loisirs, he said the idea of retiring is now "no longer topical."
Having initially announced his retirement in 2025 during an interview with Var Matin, Michel Drucker, who faced health issues in 2023, had expressed the desire to step down after the end of Delphine Ernotte’s term as president of France Télévisions. However, it appears the veteran of the French broadcasting scene (PAF) has regained new energy.
"Passion does not tire," Drucker says, justifying his decision to continue his career. He emphasizes his ability to speak to all generations, illustrated by his appearances in music videos of contemporary artists such as Julien Doré or Bigflo & Oli. This decision is supported by Stéphane Sitbon-Gomez, Delphine Ernotte’s right-hand, who encourages Drucker to keep going as long as he feels able and the public remains loyal to him.
The year 2024 looks busy for Michel Drucker. He will continue hosting Vivement dimanche on France 3 and will launch a new daily show, Quels jeux, alongside Léa Salamé on France 2. This reversal and these new projects testify to Drucker’s vitality and unwavering commitment to television, even after more than five decades of career.