Overview
- The Conseil d’État lowered the fine imposed on C8 by Arcom from €300,000 to €150,000, deeming the original amount excessive.
- The penalty stemmed from Cyril Hanouna's 2022 on-air remarks targeting Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, which included offensive language.
- C8, owned by Canal+ under Vincent Bolloré, ceased broadcasting in March 2025 after its TNT license was not renewed due to repeated regulatory violations.
- The channel accumulated €7.6 million in fines over multiple breaches, largely attributed to Hanouna's conduct on 'Touche pas à mon poste' (TPMP).
- Hanouna is set to join Groupe M6 in September 2025, hosting two new programs on Fun Radio and W9.