Maghla, Twitch Star, Takes to the Floor in Landmark ‘Danse avec les stars’ Debut
PARIS, 30 January 2026 – In a significant move to attract a younger audience, French television giant TF1 welcomes its first major streaming personality to the ballroom tonight. Maghla, the 32-year-old titan of Twitch and France’s most-followed female streamer, will make her primetime debut on the 15th season of “Danse avec les stars” (France’s version of *Strictly Come Dancing*). Her participation highlights a strategic shift for the long-running show, which also features Olympic champion Laure Manaudou and veteran presenter Stéphane Bern.
From Stream to Spotlight
Maghla, whose real name remains a closely guarded part of her private life, represents a new generation of celebrity for the show. With a career built on live-streaming video games and connecting directly with millions of fans online, her transition to the polished, live television of “Danse avec les stars” is a major cultural crossover. For her first performance on Friday 30 January, she will dance an Argentine Tango with professional partner Adrien Caby. In pre-show interviews, Maghla expressed significant nerves, stating she was starting “from very far behind” and asking the public for indulgence, but vowed to “have fun and enjoy it immensely.”
Salaries and Surprise Returns
The new season has generated buzz not only for its contestants but also for the reported fees they command. According to figures published by magazine *Public* and reported across French media, Maghla is among the top earners of the season.
| Celebrity | Reported Season Fee |
|---|---|
| Laure Manaudou (Olympic Swimmer) | €130,000 |
| Ian Ziering (Actor) | €100,000 |
| Maghla (Streamer) | €90,000 |
| Stéphane Bern (TV Presenter) | €80,000 |
| Philippe Lellouche (Actor/Director) | €65,000 |
Tonight’s episode will also feature a surprise return. Lénie, a former winner of the show, announced she would make a special guest performance, telling Maghla directly: “I’m going to do a little surprise! Next prime, I dance with Jordan [Mouillerac, a professional dancer].”
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Maghla?
Maghla is a 32-year-old French content creator and streamer, best known for her live broadcasts on Twitch where she plays video games and interacts with her community. She is considered the most-followed female streamer in France.
What is ‘Danse avec les stars’?
“Danse avec les stars” is the French adaptation of the British BBC format *Strictly Come Dancing* (known internationally as *Dancing with the Stars*). Celebrities are paired with professional dancers to compete in ballroom and Latin dances over a series of weekly live shows.
When does the new season start?
The 15th season of “Danse avec les stars” launches on TF1 on the evening of Friday 30 January 2026 at 21:10.
Who are the other contestants this season?
The lineup includes swimmer Laure Manaudou, actor Ian Ziering, presenter Stéphane Bern, actor/director Philippe Lellouche, former “Star Academy” contestants Lucie Bernardoni and Emma, and content creator Marcus.