She must take a break: after The Voice, Helena cancels her appearance at another event

Published on April 18, 2026 at 23:01

Helena is going through a delicate period. After canceling her appearance at the final of The Voice Belgique, Pierre Garnier’s sidekick must also give up a new charity event, the Télévie. Faced with excessive demands on her voice, the 24-year-old artist, revealed by Star Academy, prioritizes her health. This forced break temporarily interrupts a rapid ascent marked by the success of her first album.

A notable absence at Télévie

On April 17, the Télévie organization announced Helena’s absence for health reasons. In a Facebook post, they stated: “At Télévie, we place particular importance on everyone’s health and well-being.” Therefore, the decision is not just a setback, but a necessity. The singer is dealing with significant vocal fatigue after recent demands, causing her to reassess her priorities. As a result, she will not be able to participate in the highly anticipated Grand Soirée. The charitable event, eagerly awaited in Belgium, will have to proceed without her this year, despite her usual commitment.

Following this announcement, the organization clarified the reasons for her absence. They explained: “Due to significant strain on her voice in recent days, Helena unfortunately needs to take a step back to preserve her vocal cords in the long run.” This statement emphasizes the importance of prevention for artists and underscores that health comes first before any performance. Therefore, Helena must temporarily suspend her activities. Finally, Télévie concluded with a supportive message: “We send her all our wishes for a speedy recovery.” This support demonstrates the public and organizers’ attachment to the singer.

An intense career hindered by health

This absence is not an isolated case. A few days earlier, Helena had already canceled her participation in The Voice Belgique final. On Instagram, she addressed her fans directly: “My little cabbages, I am truly sorry to announce that I will not be able to be present due to medical reasons.” She expressed the need to preserve herself to ensure her future concerts. This statement shows her transparency while revealing the pressure linked to her hectic schedule. Since her revelation in Star Academy in 2023, the singer has been involved in numerous projects without a real break, which now weakens her voice.

Despite this forced break, the momentum of her career remains strong. Her album “Hélène” quickly reached the top of sales and achieved platinum certification. However, Helena had to assert herself in a sometimes challenging context. She recently confessed: “Honestly, it was tough for me for 2 years,” referring to comparisons with Pierre Garnier. Today, she seeks to establish her own artistic identity. Furthermore, a new tour date is already scheduled in Paris in November 2026. Therefore, even if she must temporarily slow down, her journey continues to progress with determination.