The funeral of Loana Petrucciani will be held this Friday at 11 a.m. at the Sainte-Réparate Cathedral in Nice, the city where the former Loft Story winner lived and where she was found dead on March 25th, at the age of 48. The family announced that the ceremony would be open to the public and fans, followed by a private cremation. A white and pink floral theme has been chosen, in accordance with the wishes attributed to Loana and her loved ones.
This final tribute is taking place in an atmosphere that is both somber and tense. Loana's mother, Violette Petrucciani, made an explicit appeal for respect, solemnity, and dignity, expressing her hope that everything would unfold with love and without any disturbances. This appeal is far from insignificant: for several days, disagreements between Loana's relatives and former supporters have been airing publicly, sometimes on social media, sometimes in the press.
An open ceremony, but under high security
Several figures associated with Loft Story are expected or mentioned among those in attendance. Steevy Boulay, a longtime friend of Loana, and Alexia Laroche-Joubert, the show's longtime producer in France, are among the most anticipated names. The latter is said to have remained very involved in Loana's life in recent years, particularly in providing her with personal support.
The unease of the former “Loft” contestants
Among those who were notably absent were Jean-Édouard and Kenza, two former participants from the first season of Loft Story . Both explained that they did not want to attend the ceremony, feeling they didn't belong there or refusing to be exposed in such a context. Their absence, presented as a sign of modesty and respect, nevertheless generated considerable discussion.
Because this distancing didn't stop there. It was accompanied by particularly harsh criticism aimed at Alexia Laroche-Joubert. For some, she represents a loyal figure, who remained close to Loana until the end, paying her rent. For others, she remains associated with the Loft Story era and everything it symbolizes: the birth of reality TV in France, its promises of instant fame, but also its human consequences.
Filtering, control, cameras: a moment of reflection under pressure
Another point of contention was the organization of the ceremony itself. Several reports circulated about possible screening at the entrance, suggesting that some people might not be welcome and that the family wanted to maintain control over attendance. Similarly, it was reportedly requested that cameras remain outside the cathedral.
Controversy extends even to the details of the ceremony.
Even the wedding invitation wasn't spared criticism. The fact that it mentioned a florist and a floral theme sparked numerous indignant reactions on social media. Some internet users deemed this detail inappropriate, even shocking, believing that such a moment shouldn't be subject to any kind of commercial staging.
The fate of his dog, yet another emotional moment
The fate of Titi, Loana's dog found dead beside her, also deeply affected many fans. Social media quickly seized upon the story, making it a trending topic in the days following the announcement of his death. The animal was also reportedly cremated thanks to the efforts of loved ones.
