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Delphine Ernotte Declares Bid for Third Term as France Télévisions President

Her announcement comes one day before the Arcom deadline, as the race for the public broadcaster's leadership intensifies.

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Overview

  • Delphine Ernotte-Cunci officially announced her candidacy for a third term as president of France Télévisions on April 17, 2025.
  • She is the third public candidate, joining journalist Serge Cimino and producer Frédérique Dumas, with other potential applicants remaining confidential until May 12.
  • The regulatory body Arcom has set April 18 as the deadline for applications, with a final decision on the presidency expected by May 22, 2025.
  • Ernotte emphasized the critical role of public media during societal and technological upheavals in an email to nearly 9,000 employees.
  • During her tenure, she has led digital transformation efforts, including the france.tv rebrand, and plans further initiatives such as launching Franceinfo on additional TNT channels in June.