French television presenter Camille Combal began hosting his first summer entertainment programme on France Inter on July 4, 2026 [3].
The move represents a significant shift for the 44-year-old entertainer [5]. By transitioning from television and commercial radio to a public broadcaster, Combal aims to fulfill a long-held personal ambition to work in radio, while helping the station maintain its audience during the summer months.
France Inter announced the appointment on June 5, 2026, at 10 a.m. [1], [2]. The decision comes as the station seeks to strengthen its summer schedule following the departure of Nagui [1]. Combal's tenure is scheduled to run from July 4, 2026, through Aug. 22, 2026 [3].
During his debut, Combal expressed a mixture of excitement and nerves regarding the new role. "Hello everyone, you are listening to France Inter! Just saying that, you cannot imagine the thrill I have," Combal said [6]. "The fear too, but I am so happy to be here on France Inter all summer," he said [6].
This appointment follows Combal's announcement that he would be leaving NRJ [3]. His arrival at the public radio station is viewed as a strategic move to capture a wider entertainment-seeking audience during the holiday season, a period where radio listenership often fluctuates.
Combal is known for his high-energy presence on screen, and the station expects this style to translate well to the audio format. The summer programme is designed as a light-hearted entertainment block to bridge the gap between the station's standard news-heavy programming and the leisure needs of summer listeners.
“"Just saying that, you cannot imagine the thrill I have."”
The recruitment of a high-profile television personality like Camille Combal suggests that France Inter is attempting to diversify its brand identity. By pivoting toward a more entertainment-focused summer schedule to replace Nagui, the public broadcaster is likely targeting a younger or more casual demographic to prevent listener attrition during the summer break.
