After completing her reign as Miss France 2024, Ève Gilles has quickly embarked on her next exciting venture: joining the cast of the beloved dance competition, "Danse avec les stars." This announcement came just moments after she officially passed her crown to Angélique Angarni-Filopon during the Miss France 2025 ceremony held on December 14, 2024, at Arena Futuroscope in Poitiers.
The reveal was made by none other than Fauve Hautot, a respected dancer and member of the jury for the Miss France pageant, who asked Gilles live on stage if she would like to participate. To which she enthusiastically replied, "Je suis trop contente, merci, merci beaucoup!" (I am so happy, thank you, thank you very much!), expressing her excitement for the new challenge ahead.
Speaking of her new role, Gilles, who hails from Quaëdypre, near Dunkerque, noted her lifelong passion for dance. Prior to her coronation, she had even dedicated time to teaching dance to young children. "Est-ce que t’es prêt à danser avec moi?" she playfully asked Jean-Pierre Foucault, the event's presenter, signifying her eagerness to step onto the dance floor.
TF1 confirmed her participation shortly after the event, highlighting not only Gilles’ talents but her strong presence as part of this season's exceptional lineup. Alongside her, well-known personalities such as Olympian swimmer Florent Manaudou, 2018 World Cup champion Adil Rami, and the singer Lénie, previously known from the Star Academy, have also been announced for the competition.
This upcoming fourteenth season of "Danse avec les stars" is set to showcase diverse talents across various dance styles including tango, jive, salsa, and more, all judged by industry professionals. Last season had seen its share of drama, including notable tensions among contestants, making this season particularly anticipated as fans look forward to both the performances and the personalities involved.
Interestingly, Gilles is not the first Miss France to join the dance competition. Numerous beauty queens have taken to the dance floor over the years, adding another layer of allure to the program. For example, Iris Mittenaere, who was crowned Miss France 2016, previously performed on the show and significantly contributed to its popularity.
Born from her experience as Miss France, which she described as "dings=" for its whirlwind of events and opportunities, Gilles is motivated to show viewers her skills and resilience. After openly addressing the challenges of living with dyskinésie paroxystique, a rare movement disorder, she aims to demonstrate through her participation in DALS the ability to embrace one’s passions regardless of obstacles. From dazzling audiences live on camera to competing on the dance floor, she reflects on how being Miss France has helped her achieve things she once only dreamed of.
"Toute l'année a été dingue... Je me sens là où je dois être sur scène," she recalled, conveying how this experience has been empowering. Gilles hopes to inspire others who face similar challenges, proving to her audience—and herself—that limitations are meant to be surpassed.
Even as the details of the upcoming DALS competition are still being finalized, including rumored changes to the judging panel and potential participants yet to be revealed, excitement is growing. This season promises not just outstanding dance but the chance for its participants to share their personal stories, connecting deeply with viewers across France.
Fans of Gilles, dance fans, and viewers alike will be eagerly awaiting the next steps for Miss France 2024 as she transitions from pageants to the world of competitive dance. Armed with her passion and determination, Ève Gilles is set to take her place among the stars of French television.
