The former host of Questions for a champion Julien Lepers finds himself at the heart of a major controversy linked to Easy Millions, a Swiss company offering group subscriptions to EuroMillions lottery tickets. Personalized letters, accompanied by his photo, signature, and sometimes a message presented as personal, dangle the possibility of receiving a total annuity of one million euros. Nearly 400 people are denouncing repeated withdrawals, poorly understood subscriptions, and significant difficulties in canceling payments. Julien Lepers confirms that he authorized the use of his image and defends the operation, which he presents as perfectly legal.
An annuity of one million euros announced by mail
Thierry, a retiree living in Marquette-lez-Lille, in northern France, received a letter addressed to him informing him that he could have won an annuity of €3,333.33 per month for 25 years. The potential winnings thus reached one million euros. To find out the result, he had to call a toll-free number and provide the personal combination printed on the document. The presence of a photograph and an autograph of Julien Lepers convinced him to take the offer seriously. The former France 3 personality inspired confidence in him. After his call, Thierry learned that he had not won the million euros. His contact then offered him another deal, unrelated to the advertised annuity: a monthly subscription of around fifty euros to participate in group EuroMillions draws.
Several withdrawals of 54 euros from his account
The retiree accepted the offer. Several withdrawals of approximately 54 euros each then appeared on his bank account. In total, he estimates he lost nearly 400 euros before understanding how the subscription actually worked. "I got scammed.""I'm not aware of the recurring charges," he stated after discovering the repeated withdrawals. Other consumers reported seeing monthly payments between €49,90 and €59,90, sometimes labeled Easy Millions, One2One, or PPS Perfunctio. Some claim they didn't realize they were signing up for a recurring subscription.
Grouped EuroMillions entries
Easy Millions offers its customers the opportunity to play a large number of EuroMillions tickets together. The cost of each entry, as well as any winnings, is divided among several subscribers. This system allows for betting on more combinations, but each winning must be shared among the group members. The letters received by consumers do not directly inform them that they have won. They present a potential prize and invite them to call quickly to verify their numbers. Once on the phone, the person usually learns that they are not the winner of the main prize before receiving the sales pitch related to the group draws. Several accounts also report a minimum commitment period, followed by automatic renewal. Some consumers say they have encountered difficulties canceling their subscription or obtaining refunds for amounts already debited.
Julien Lepers' image was not usurped.
Unlike the many scams that use a celebrity's photograph without authorization, Julien Lepers readily agreed to lend his name and image to this campaign. He appears in correspondence, participates in check presentation ceremonies, and serves as a sponsor or honorary president in promotional activities related to the awards. The television host therefore does not present himself as a victim of identity theft. "I'm the one sending this letter."he admits. He also states that "Everything is legal" and rejects the accusations against the organization he promotes. Easy Millions and its partners highlight several winners who received checks for €2,500, €5,000, €15,000, or €30,000. In March 2026, Julien Lepers participated in a ceremony in Paris where two winners received €5,000 and €2,500 respectively. The organizers claim to have distributed more than €2 million since the launch of their operations.
Nearly 400 people are contesting the methods used.
The criticisms focus primarily on the initial presentation of the letter, the spectacular promise of a million-euro annuity, and the rapid transition to a paid subscription offer. The photograph of Julien Lepers reinforces the document's credibility with an audience familiar with the television presenter for decades. Nearly 400 consumers have reported or denounced this sales practice. Some discover the charges several months after their initial call. Others claim to have provided their bank details without clearly understanding the frequency, duration, or exact terms of the subscription. The complaints target Easy Millions and the Swiss company One2One, which operates the offer. Julien Lepers is not presented as the head of these companies, but as a paid figure associated with their advertising campaigns. His personal involvement in promoting the scheme now places his image at the center of the accusations made by consumers.
