Saturday August 30 will mark the end of an era on France 2: Olivier Minne will present his latest Fort Boyard. The emblematic host of the program, who embodied the master of the fort for more than two decades, is about to join the M6 channel at the start of the school year, turning an important page of his career.
A very coveted succession
Since the announcement of his departure, speculations have multiplied around the identity of his or his replacement. Among the candidates declared Figure Willy Rovelli, an essential character of the fort, in particular known for his role as cook in the dreaded events of the candidates.
In an interview at Télé 7 Jours, the humorist said he applied to resume the torch: “The production will necessarily think about it. And I hope to be part of the story, perhaps in another role? I want so much to show what I am capable of. »»
Camille Cerf dreams of becoming the new figure of the fort
Another contender: Camille Cerf. Miss France 2015, which has already participated in many editions of the game, has also expressed her desire to become an animator of the program: “When I knew that Olivier Minne was leaving, I said that I was not against the idea of animating the game. The fort is really a passion. As it is a child’s dream, I applied my candidacy. »»
Questioned by Gala, the young woman is however prudent: “Well, I do not think that she was retained. Even if I think I can be able, I thought it would be difficult to do better than Olivier Minne. »»
Cyril Féraud pressed to take up the torch
Behind the scenes of Fort Boyard, a rumor insistently returns: that of the appointment of Cyril Féraud as successor to Olivier Minne. Already very present on France Télévisions and appreciated by the public, the host is seen as a natural candidate to take over this emblematic summer program.
The name of the future master of the fort has not yet been officially revealed, but one thing is certain: he or she will have to take up a major challenge by succeeding a figure as emblematic as Olivier Minne.
