Published on Apr 18, 2026 at 23:01
Helena is going through a delicate period. After canceling her appearance at the finale of The Voice Belgique, Pierre Garnier’s sidekick must also withdraw from a charity event, the Télévie. Faced with excessive vocal strain, the 24-year-old artist, revealed by Star Academy, prioritizes her health. This forced break temporarily interrupts a rapid ascent, marked by the success of her first album.
A noticeable absence at Télévie On April 17, Télévie’s organization announced Helena’s absence due to health reasons. In a Facebook post, they emphasize, “At Télévie, we attach particular importance to everyone’s health and well-being.” Therefore, the decision is not a simple delay but a necessity. The singer is dealing with significant vocal fatigue after several recent demands, forcing her to reconsider her priorities. Consequently, she will not be able to participate in the Grand Evening as planned. The highly anticipated charity event in Belgium will have to proceed without her this year, despite her usual commitment.
Following this announcement, the organization details the reasons for her absence, stating, “Due to significant vocal strain in recent days, Helena unfortunately has to take a step back to preserve her vocal cords long-term.” This statement underscores the importance of prevention for artists and stresses that health comes before any performance. Thus, Helena must temporarily pause her activities. Ending on a supportive note, Télévie expresses, “We send her our best wishes for a speedy recovery.” This support demonstrates the public and organizers’ attachment to the singer.
Intense career hindered by health This absence is not isolated. A few days earlier, Helena had already canceled her participation in the finale of The Voice Belgique. On Instagram, she directly addressed her fans, apologizing for not being able to attend due to medical reasons, wanting to preserve herself for future concerts. This transparency reveals the pressure associated with her demanding schedule. Since her revelation on Star Academy in 2023, the singer has been busy with projects without a real break, which now weakens her voice.
Despite this forced break, her career momentum remains strong. Her album “Héléna” quickly topped the sales and achieved platinum certification. However, Helena had to establish herself in a sometimes challenging context. She recently admitted, “Honestly, I really struggled for 2 years,” referring to the comparisons with Pierre Garnier. Today, she seeks to assert her own artistic identity. Furthermore, a new tour date is already planned in Paris in November 2026. Therefore, even if she has to temporarily slow down, her journey continues to progress with determination.
