According to BFMTV, Stéphane Plaza will be tried on appeal from June 26 to July 1, 2026, in the case of "habitual violence" against former partners. This new hearing marks a significant turning point in a highly publicized case, which had already led to the television presenter and real estate agent's initial conviction in February 2025.
The aim of this appeal trial will be to re-examine the facts, the testimonies and the decision rendered in the first instance.
A conviction in the first instance
On February 18, 2025, Stéphane Plaza was sentenced by the Paris Criminal Court to 12 months' imprisonment, suspended, for habitual violence against a former partner. However, he was acquitted on other charges brought against him during the proceedings, including accusations of psychological abuse made by another former partner.
Following the verdict, Stéphane Plaza's defense team quickly announced its intention to appeal. This appeal paved the way for a new trial, now scheduled to last several days, a sign of the sensitivity and complexity of the case.
For Stéphane Plaza, this court hearing represents a pivotal moment. It will not only be a matter of contesting the conviction handed down in the first instance, but also of attempting to permanently alter the perception of a case that has profoundly damaged his public image.
A case with serious media repercussions
Beyond the legal proceedings, the case had immediate repercussions on the presenter's career. Following his conviction in the first instance, M6 cancelled several programs featuring him.
The case also impacted the Stéphane Plaza Immobilier network, associated with his name and reputation. Many agencies distanced themselves, leaving the network or becoming Sixième Avenue.
The question now is whether the appeal trial will allow Stéphane Plaza to clear his name, or on the contrary, damage it even further. We'll find out this summer…
