Alec Burette will be heading to Ta’ Qali. The broadcaster France Télévisions has placed its trust in the young singer and pianist to represent France on the stage of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2026 at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre (MFCC) in the Maltese city.
As has been customary since its return in Minsk 2018, France has internally selected its representative for what will be its 10th participation in the European contest.
After confirming its participation during the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna (Austria), this Saturday, June 20, the French public broadcaster took advantage of the celebration of La Fête de la Musique to reveal the big mystery. The concert, held from 21:15 CEST at the Théâtre Antique d’Orange, featured some of the most prominent names in French music. Among them was Monroe, France’s representative at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with “Regarde!”.
The challenge facing Alec Burette is a significant one. Following Lou Deleuze’s victory in Tbilisi 2025, the 12-year-old artist will attempt to match that result in Ta’ Qali 2026. Let us remember that France secured its fourth victory in the children’s contest, but declined to organize the musical event due to the budgetary situation of France Télévisions, which is facing significant budget cuts this year. This led to the selection of Malta as the host country for the 24th edition of the competition.
Who is Alec Burette? Meet France’s Representative at Junior Eurovision 2026
Alec Burette is a 12-year-old French musician and singer who stands out for his talent on stage, both through his voice and his skills playing the piano.
Over the past few years, he has gained popularity performing ballads and French classics by renowned artists such as Céline Dion, Francis Cabrel, Zaho de Sagazan and Charles Aznavour. His musical repertoire spans styles and works from every era.
Throughout his short but highly successful professional career, Alec Burette has taken part in various children’s competitions and talent contests. In 2025, he won Les Étoiles du Léman, a prestigious festival for emerging talents from the French-speaking and Swiss Romandy music scene.
That same year, he attempted to join the French version of The Voice Kids, competing in the Lyon auditions with a piano rendition of Popcorn Salé by singer-songwriter Santa, who is also a member of the show’s coaching panel.
He has also competed in other events such as L’Oasis Voice, organized by Rochetevent Animations at Le Camping l’Oasis des Dombes, and achieved victory in the junior category of the Voice Only Kids competition.
Gradually, he has become a familiar face to French television audiences thanks to his appearances on various TV programs, including N’oubliez Pas Les Enfants, the Christmas special of the game show N’oubliez Pas Les Paroles.