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Patrice Maktav and Lucie Bernardoni once shared a public romance that began after their separate journeys on Star Academy. They married in 2018 but split five years later. His recent interviews show how that breakup pushed him back toward music and how the two remain unexpectedly supportive of one another.
From reality TV contestants to a private relationship
Neither artist competed on the same season of Star Academy. Still, their paths crossed and a relationship formed. It grew public enough to make headlines when they wed in 2018.
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The pairing attracted attention because both had built careers from televised exposure. Yet their marriage did not last. They chose to separate quietly, and the news was shared with followers in due course.
How the divorce was shared with fans
Details of the split were posted on social platforms. Lucie informed her followers that the couple had divorced some months earlier. Patrice answered with a brief, respectful message of his own.
Both messages asked for privacy and kindness. They stressed mutual respect and asked the public to avoid speculation. The tone suggested an amicable separation, not a public feud.
How solitude reignited Patrice’s musical drive
After the divorce, Patrice retreated to a large, sparsely furnished apartment in the mountains. He found himself alone with only a small keyboard.
That solitude triggered a creative surge. He had not focused on solo work for two decades. Now he felt compelled to write again.
- He used the piano to sketch melodies.
- He wrote lyrics drawn from recent life changes.
- He decided to record new material despite past doubts.
What began as a quiet moment turned into a full creative comeback. Patrice chose to embrace his story and channel it into songs and a new project.
New music: the single that speaks of a breakup
In October 2024 he released a single titled “Cœur lourd.” The song reflects the emotional weight of separation.
Listeners and critics noted its raw, autobiographical tone. The track marks the first phase of his return as a solo artist after years of focusing elsewhere.
Ongoing support between former partners
Despite the end of their marriage, Lucie publicly encouraged people to listen to Patrice’s new work. She acknowledged that the lyrics were hard for her to read. Still, she expressed support for his artistic step forward.
Her message highlighted respect and continued goodwill. She recommended his music and said she would support him from afar.
Key moments in the timeline
- 2018: The couple marries after meeting post-Star Academy.
- Five years later: They decide to divorce and inform followers.
- July 2023: Patrice describes moving to a mountain apartment alone.
- October 2024: He releases “Cœur lourd” and receives Lucie’s public support.
What this shift means for both careers
For Patrice, the split catalyzed a renewed solo direction. For Lucie, the act of supporting an ex publicly suggests a deliberate effort to keep things civil.
Both continue to engage with their audiences, and their story now includes artistic rebirth as much as personal change.
