Flavie Flament, an animator on the French television program C à vous, expressed relief and called the cancellation of Patrick Bruel's tour a "sage" decision. Bruel, a well-known French singer and actor, had faced allegations of sexual violence from approximately thirty women, including Flament, who have spoken out publicly. Flavie noted that the decision reflects a broader societal shift, where women's voices are increasingly being heard and taken seriously. She described the change as significant, emphasizing the importance of these conversations in shaping public discourse. Flavie was surprised by the public support Mimie Mathy, a French television presenter and longtime friend of Bruel, expressed for him. Mathy had spoken in defense of Bruel, despite the fact that he is under investigation in eight separate cases, including allegations of rape and attempted rape. Flavie expressed disappointment at the lack of support from some women, particularly those who might be older generations, such as mothers, who could have stood in solidarity with the victims. She called the silence of some women a "betrayal" and noted that it was disheartening to witness. Despite the emotional weight of the situation, Flavie said she was "fascinated" by the public debate but did not feel personally affected. She described the experience as making her "a little sad," but not deeply emotional. She emphasized the importance of continuing to support victims and pushing for justice, even as the legal process against Bruel is still ongoing. Mimie Mathy, invited to discuss the situation on RTL, defended Bruel, stating he had been "more harassed than harasser." She expressed sadness that Bruel had felt compelled to cancel his tour, even though the judicial process had not yet concluded. Her comments sparked further debate about the balance between due process and public accountability, as well as the role of public figures in shaping the narrative around such serious allegations.