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Alizée has opened up about a frightening episode that left her husband injured and the couple shaken. The singer described how a disturbed fan burst into the dance school she runs with Grégoire Lyonnet in Corsica and attacked him, a moment she called traumatic while speaking on M Radio with Christophe Beaugrand.
What happened at the Corsican dance school: a sudden attack
Alizée said the incident unfolded during a break between classes. A man she did not recognize appeared at the doorway. At first, she treated him as she often does with visitors: kindly and without suspicion.
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When Grégoire returned to the studio, the situation escalated. The intruder lunged at him with a small wooden object and struck his face. Witnesses nearby helped restrain the attacker until police arrived.
Details from Alizée’s radio account
On air, Alizée described the shock of seeing the man attack her husband. She recalled the object used and the visible injuries that followed. The scene unfolded quickly, but the reaction from parents and staff was immediate.
- Object used: a roughly 15 cm wooden cross.
- Injuries: swelling to the face and a damaged ear.
- Response: parents and bystanders subdued the attacker.
Police intervention and the attacker’s explanation
Authorities arrived and questioned the man while he was restrained. According to Alizée, the attacker told officers he did not want Grégoire to approach her. The motive appeared to be obsessive and irrational rather than premeditated.
Alizée emphasized how terrifying the experience was, especially given that children attend the classes. She said earlier sessions had included very young pupils. The quick action of nearby parents helped prevent worse harm.
Career and family context that drew attention
Alizée rose to fame in 2000 with the hit “Moi… Lolita.” She later won the TV dance competition Danse avec les stars in 2013, where she met Grégoire Lyonnet. The couple married and now run a dance school together in Corsica.
Their family includes two daughters: Annily, from Alizée’s previous marriage to Jérémy Chatelain, and Maggy, her child with Grégoire. The two children are separated by about 15 years in age.
Upcoming plans and the lingering impact
Alizée is preparing for a nationwide tour marking 25 years of her career, set to begin in September 2026. The attack has added a layer of anxiety as they plan public appearances and performances.
She called the episode rare but terrifying, noting how unexpected such violence can be when working with the public.
Safety lessons and immediate actions taken
- Staff and parents intervened quickly to restrain the attacker.
- Police secured the scene and took witness statements.
- Alizée emphasized the need for vigilance around public events, especially those involving children.
