Olivia Ruiz is making her big comeback with a new novel. Through the pages of “Vamos!”, she tells a story of transmission between a mother and her son during a year-long journey. Before achieving success with her albums and novels, Olivia Blanc, her real name, was a contestant on Star Academy. It was in 2001 that she entered the castle of Dammarie-les-Lys (Seine-et-Marne) with high hopes. After a journey filled with ups and downs, Olivia Ruiz finished as a semifinalist in the first edition of the singing program, facing Jenifer.
“Je me mets toujours sur ces terrains glissants” : Olivia Ruiz on Star Academy
On Sunday, April 26, 2026, La Tribune Dimanche published a long interview with Olivia Ruiz discussing the release of her new book and her experience on Star Academy, despite her usual reserved nature. She questions why she always puts herself in challenging situations, feeling a sense of legitimacy, or perhaps without it. She acknowledges that Star Academy was a real stepping stone for her career, reflecting on her childhood memories and rebellious nature.
Olivia Ruiz on The Voice?
While Olivia Ruiz has mixed feelings about her time on Star Academy, she does not rule out returning to a TV talent show if the concept appeals to her. At the end of last year, she mentioned the possibility of being a judge on The Voice, even though she had not been contacted by the production and had disagreements with Florent Pagny. She expressed her love for sharing experiences and mentoring, but also confessed to inner doubts about her qualifications. She hinted at the idea of being a coach on The Voice, despite not receiving an official offer yet. Olivia Ruiz navigates between the desire to share and the fear of inadequacy, staying true to herself.
