Jérémy Châtelain
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Jérémy Chatelain is a French singer, actor, and fashion designer. He is married to Alizée Jacotey
with whom he has a child, Anny-Lee (Annily). He participated in the second season (2002–2003) of the reality TV show Star Academy France
.
, Val-de-Marne, France, to a family of Jewish descent, of a French father and a Spanish mother.
In order to enter the Star Academy
, Jérémy lied about his age claiming, during the casting process, to be 18 at a time when he was only 17. At this young age he proved to have many talents, focusing in particular on music and clothes designing. He demonstrated strong ability as both a song-writer a musician (the piano being his instrument of choice).
The second season of the Star Academy began in September 2002 on TF1
. Jérémy quickly proved to be a favourite contestant, easily possessing the best sense of style, originality and charisma that won the votes of many. However he was eliminated from the show in November, after 2 months and a half of living in the Star Academy château.
Jérémy toured France, Belgium and Switzerland with the rest of the contestants of the Star Academy
in early 2003. At the same time, he also prepared for a solo career.
On 28 February 2003, he released his first single Laisse-moi ("Leave Me", in English), which sold over 170,000 copies and hit the Top 10 of the French Top 50 Singles Chart. His second single, Belle Histoire ("Beautiful Story"), followed in July 2003.
During late summer of 2003, he was approached by the controversial French figure Bernard Tapie
to star in an episode (especially made for him) of the French series Commissaire Valence. He accepted and the episode was filmed in Paris in September, airing January 2004.
He released his first self-titled album on 28 October 2003, with the third single Vivre Ça ("To Live Like That"), a song about social issues that maintained a serious tone whilst at the same time possessing a pop/rock sound. It was released in December 2003. He wrote or co-wrote and composed eleven of the twelve songs on the album. At this time, he was also a guest on the third season (2003–2004) of the Star Academy
, performing Vivre Ça along with one of the contestants.
J'aimerai ("I Will Love"), the fourth and final single from his self-titled album, was released February 2004. He toured France and Switzerland in late 2003 along French group L5 and solo throughout 2004.
Chatelain showcased original and creative sense of style in the Star Academy
. He knew how to sew and often made his own clothes or altered them. Along with music, fashion was his other big passion. In 2003, he announced the creation of Sir Sid, his own line of clothing and accessories for both men and women. His first collection hit France's stores in 2004. On 6 November 2003 he married the singer Alizée Jacotey
in Las Vegas, Nevada
, USA.
In early 2006 Jérémy released Katmandou, the first single to his second album. His second album, Variétes Françaises, was released 13 March 2006. Jérémy toured France in July as part of the "L'été Française Des Jeux – Tournée Des Plages RTL" where he performed three songs. His current single is J'veux Qu'on M'enterre.
* Promo Single Only
All peak positions on the France Top 200 Albums & Top 100 Singles Chart
Alizée
Alizée Jacotey is a French singer, known professionally by her given name Alizée She was discovered by Mylène Farmer, following her winning performance in the talent show, Graines de Star, in 1999...
with whom he has a child, Anny-Lee (Annily). He participated in the second season (2002–2003) of the reality TV show Star Academy France
Star Academy France
Star Academy was a French reality television show produced by the Dutch company Endemol, based on the Spanish format called Operación Triunfo. It consists of a contest of young singers. It spawned an equally successful show in Quebec called Star Académie. It was broadcast on TF1...
.
Career
He was born on 19 October 1984 in CréteilCréteil
-Health:As of 1 January 2006, 27 pharmacies, about 60 dentists, about 60 general practitioners, 10 pediatricians, and a half-dozen ophthalmologists and dermatologists constitute the general medical staff of the city.Health facilities include:...
, Val-de-Marne, France, to a family of Jewish descent, of a French father and a Spanish mother.
In order to enter the Star Academy
Star Academy
Star Academy is a highly successful television show format based on the Spanish format "Operación Triunfo" produced by Endemol, that has been broadcast in over 50 countries...
, Jérémy lied about his age claiming, during the casting process, to be 18 at a time when he was only 17. At this young age he proved to have many talents, focusing in particular on music and clothes designing. He demonstrated strong ability as both a song-writer a musician (the piano being his instrument of choice).
The second season of the Star Academy began in September 2002 on TF1
TF1
TF1 is a national French TV channel, controlled by TF1 Group, whose major share-holder is Bouygues. TF1's average market share of 24% makes it the most popular domestic network...
. Jérémy quickly proved to be a favourite contestant, easily possessing the best sense of style, originality and charisma that won the votes of many. However he was eliminated from the show in November, after 2 months and a half of living in the Star Academy château.
Jérémy toured France, Belgium and Switzerland with the rest of the contestants of the Star Academy
Star Academy
Star Academy is a highly successful television show format based on the Spanish format "Operación Triunfo" produced by Endemol, that has been broadcast in over 50 countries...
in early 2003. At the same time, he also prepared for a solo career.
On 28 February 2003, he released his first single Laisse-moi ("Leave Me", in English), which sold over 170,000 copies and hit the Top 10 of the French Top 50 Singles Chart. His second single, Belle Histoire ("Beautiful Story"), followed in July 2003.
During late summer of 2003, he was approached by the controversial French figure Bernard Tapie
Bernard Tapie
Bernard Tapie is a French businessman, politician and occasional actor, singer, and TV host. He was Ministre de la Ville in the government of Pierre Bérégovoy, a businessman specializing in recovery for bankrupted companies, among which Adidas is the most famous ; and owner of sports teams...
to star in an episode (especially made for him) of the French series Commissaire Valence. He accepted and the episode was filmed in Paris in September, airing January 2004.
He released his first self-titled album on 28 October 2003, with the third single Vivre Ça ("To Live Like That"), a song about social issues that maintained a serious tone whilst at the same time possessing a pop/rock sound. It was released in December 2003. He wrote or co-wrote and composed eleven of the twelve songs on the album. At this time, he was also a guest on the third season (2003–2004) of the Star Academy
Star Academy
Star Academy is a highly successful television show format based on the Spanish format "Operación Triunfo" produced by Endemol, that has been broadcast in over 50 countries...
, performing Vivre Ça along with one of the contestants.
J'aimerai ("I Will Love"), the fourth and final single from his self-titled album, was released February 2004. He toured France and Switzerland in late 2003 along French group L5 and solo throughout 2004.
Chatelain showcased original and creative sense of style in the Star Academy
Star Academy
Star Academy is a highly successful television show format based on the Spanish format "Operación Triunfo" produced by Endemol, that has been broadcast in over 50 countries...
. He knew how to sew and often made his own clothes or altered them. Along with music, fashion was his other big passion. In 2003, he announced the creation of Sir Sid, his own line of clothing and accessories for both men and women. His first collection hit France's stores in 2004. On 6 November 2003 he married the singer Alizée Jacotey
Alizée
Alizée Jacotey is a French singer, known professionally by her given name Alizée She was discovered by Mylène Farmer, following her winning performance in the talent show, Graines de Star, in 1999...
in Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Nevada and is also the county seat of Clark County, Nevada. Las Vegas is an internationally renowned major resort city for gambling, shopping, and fine dining. The city bills itself as The Entertainment Capital of the World, and is famous...
, USA.
In early 2006 Jérémy released Katmandou, the first single to his second album. His second album, Variétes Françaises, was released 13 March 2006. Jérémy toured France in July as part of the "L'été Française Des Jeux – Tournée Des Plages RTL" where he performed three songs. His current single is J'veux Qu'on M'enterre.
Albums
| Year | Title | Peak | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Jérémy Chatelain Jeremy Chatelain (album) Jérémy Châtelain was the self-titled debut album by French musician Jérémy Châtelain. The album was released in October 2003. The album yielded 4 singles, including two Top 40 Hits.-Track listing:#Vivre Ça - 4:02#Parce Que Vous Le Faîtes - 3:28... |
19 | 17 |
| 2006 | Variétes Françaises | 107 | 2 |
Singles
| Year | Single | Peak | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | "Laisse-moi" | 10 | 13 |
| 2003 | "Belle Histoire" | 45 | 10 |
| 2003 | "Vivre Ça" | 40 | 13 |
| 2004 | "J'aimerai" | 55 | 6 |
| 2004 | "Je M'en Fous" | * | – |
| 2006 | "Katmandou" | – | – |
| 2006 | "Variété Française" | – | – |
| 2006 | "J'veux Qu'on M'enterre" | – | – |
* Promo Single Only
All peak positions on the France Top 200 Albums & Top 100 Singles Chart