In a surprise announcement, Cyril Hanouna revealed that his popular television talk show, Touche pas à mon poste (TPMP), will come to an end this Wednesday, March 26, 2025. This news follows just three weeks after the abrupt cessation of the C8 channel, where the show had found a home for over a decade. The 49-year-old host made the revelation during his show on Friday, March 21, stating, “This Wednesday will be the last of Touche pas à mon poste. We’re going to have a big party, since we’re now going to concentrate on our future projects.” Hanouna has indicated that he will transition to the M6 group in September, hosting a daily program on W9 and another show on Fun Radio.
TPMP, which launched on France 4 in 2010 before moving to D8 (later rebranded as C8), quickly became a staple of French broadcasting, attracting an average of 2.5 million viewers daily at its peak. Its last evening on TNT was memorable, with nearly 3.7 million viewers tuning in on February 27, 2025, marking a historic record for the show. However, throughout its extensive run, TPMP was not without controversy, and its popularity was punctuated by numerous fines for unacceptable behavior—totalling €7.6 million from various incidents involving Hanouna, including a record €3.5 million fine imposed for offensive remarks made to LFI deputy Louis Boyard in late 2022.
Despite the challenges faced by Hanouna and his team, the decision to end TPMP was met with mixed emotions. “I gave it my all to stay with you as long as possible. It was a massive success, and we are grateful for your support every night,” he stated tearfully. The show will wrap up after a brief online stint on web TV following the shutdown of C8 on February 28, 2025, attracting just over one million viewers, according to Hanouna’s figures. This period in the virtual realm allowed the program to maintain some viewership, albeit significantly less than when it was on traditional television.
As he prepares for his transition to M6, where he plans to host a daily entertainment show, Hanouna hinted at a “seminar” gathering with his team to discuss their future directions and projects. Internal concerns have been voiced at M6 about Hanouna's controversial past and whether it will resurface in the new programming, especially after he reportedly criticized one of their stars during a TPMP episode. The management at M6 has publicly supported Hanouna's shift, assuring team members that the entertainer comes to focus on fun, devoid of political overtones.
While TPMP's departure marks the end of an era, it's important to delve into the legacy the show leaves behind. Initially a program centered around media commentary, TPMP evolved into a politically charged show, reflecting on societal issues, particularly following the Yellow Vest protests of 2018. As the show acquired a more provocative edge, its ratings continued to remain robust, demonstrating Hanouna's unique ability to engage the audience.
The left-wing party La France insoumise recently faced a court ruling to pay Hanouna €3,500 in damages for image rights infringements due to a caricature that sparked allegations of anti-Semitism. This latest incident underlines the ongoing political ramifications of Hanouna's work and personal brand in the sometimes fractious landscape of French media and politics.
As Touche pas à mon poste concludes, fans reminisce about its heyday, which brought levity and engagement to countless viewers, while the host looks towards a new chapter with M6. “Do not worry; we will laugh, and only good news is ahead,” promised Hanouna, instilling hope among his audience as he transitions into a new platform. The final airs on March 26, 2025, will be not just a farewell but a celebration of a show that, regardless of the controversies, has been an integral part of French television history.
