M6 announces new season of Le Meilleur Pâtissier
M6, a French television network, has confirmed that the 15th season of its popular baking competition Le Meilleur Pâtissier will debut on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at 9:10 p.m. This announcement comes after a year without new episodes, which left many fans of the show disappointed.Olivier Minne to host the show
Olivier Minne, best known for hosting the game show Fort Boyard, will take on the role of host for this season. He will be the first male host in the show's history, replacing previous hosts such as Faustine Bollaert, Julia Vignali, Marie Portolano, and Laëtitia Milot.New jury members join the competition
The 2026 season will feature a new jury panel, including Norbert Tarayre, a well-known figure in French culinary television, and Roxane, a former contestant who gained a following through her online content under the name L’Atelier de Roxane. Cyril Lignac, a familiar face as a judge, will continue in his role, while Mercotte, who previously judged the show, has left.Voiceover role changes for the season
Nathalie Homs, who has been the voiceover for Le Meilleur Pâtissier since its debut, will not be part of the 2026 season. She will be replaced by Ségolène Alunni. Details about the new season's changes and updates will be fully revealed when the show premieres in November 2026.
