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Cyril Hanouna

Cyril Hanouna is a French television and radio presenter, producer, writer, and occasional actor and comedian, born in Paris in 1974.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Cyril Hanouna is a French television and radio presenter, producer, writer, and occasional actor and comedian, born in Paris in 1974. He is best known for hosting and producing the talk show *Touche pas à mon poste !* and for his long career in French entertainment media. His work has made him a major figure in Francophone television, followed by audiences in Canada.

Early life

Cyril Hanouna was born in Paris on 23 September 1974. Public biographies describe him as having Tunisian or Franco-Tunisian origins.

Television career

Hanouna became widely known through French television, especially as host and producer of *Touche pas à mon poste !*. He has also presented other entertainment programmes and specials. In 2025, he was reported to be joining the M6 group after the end of C8's TNT broadcast.

Radio career

Before and alongside his television work, Hanouna also built a career in French radio. Sources indicate recent radio roles with Europe 1 and Fun Radio.

Public profile and controversies

Hanouna is one of the most visible figures in French entertainment media. Coverage also notes that his programme and on-air style have attracted criticism and political controversy.

Key facts

  • He was born in Paris on 23 September 1974.
  • He is widely known as the host of *Touche pas à mon poste !*.
  • His career includes work as a radio presenter, television presenter, producer, writer, and columnist.
  • Sources describe him as being of Tunisian origin or Franco-Tunisian.
  • By 2025, he was reported to be joining the M6 group after the end of C8's TNT broadcast.
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Canadian context

He is mainly relevant to Canadian readers as a major French-language television personality whose shows and controversies are followed by Francophone audiences in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Cyril Hanouna?
He is a French television and radio presenter, producer, and writer, best known for *Touche pas à mon poste !*.
When was Cyril Hanouna born?
He was born on 23 September 1974.
Where was Cyril Hanouna born?
He was born in Paris, France.
What is Cyril Hanouna known for?
He is best known for hosting and producing the talk show *Touche pas à mon poste !*.
What is Cyril Hanouna's background?
Public sources describe him as of Tunisian origin or Franco-Tunisian.
Has Cyril Hanouna worked outside television?
Yes. Sources describe him as a radio presenter and also note work as a columnist, singer, actor, and comedian.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyril_Hanouna
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, and best-known programme.
  2. Voici — https://www.voici.fr/bios-people/cyril-hanouna
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and television-presenter biography.
  3. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyril_Hanouna
    Supports: French biography, Franco-Tunisian description, and career summary.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1367099/
    Supports: Credits as writer/producer/actor and birth information.
  5. Radio France — https://www.radiofrance.fr/personnes/cyril-hanouna
    Supports: Recent career developments, C8 closure context, and move to M6.
  6. Challenges — https://www.challenges.fr/tag_personnalite/cyril-hanouna_821/
    Supports: Career overview, radio and TV work, and public controversies.
  7. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/fr/person/cyril-hanouna/umc.cpc.2g99mdvn8rp8albml4id1kqix
    Supports: Occupations and French/Tunisian background.