- Romie Lacasse and Joël Vogt posted an April Fools’ joke.
- The prank quickly drew negative reactions from several internet users.
- The couple then deleted the post and issued apologies.
- They say they misjudged the impact of their gesture, not wanting to hurt anyone.
- Many condemn this kind of joke, including François Lambert.
On April 1, 2026, a day traditionally linked to April Fools’ pranks, the duo formerly known as Star Academy contestants Romie Lacasse and Joël Vogt shared a post that quickly drew attention. However, the prank they chose did not seem to be appreciated by many internet users who had a chance to see it.
We sincerely apologize; we did not intend to offend or hurt anyone.
In the post, Romie and Joël appeared side by side, very close, hands resting on the pregnant woman’s belly, clearly signaling a pregnancy announcement. The setup sparked doubt for a moment, before drawing more mixed reactions from portions of the audience.
Apologies
Since then, Romie and Joël appear to have deleted the post before sharing a new one in which they apologize for the situation and provide clarification.
They explain that perhaps they misjudged the impact of their April Fools’ joke and insist that their intention was in no way to offend or hurt anyone.
The couple also clarifies that one thing they did not lie about: a real, upcoming event.
“Update on our post this morning: we may have misjudged the effects of our April Fools’ joke. We sincerely apologize; we did not intend to offend or hurt anyone. But one thing we did not lie about: there is truly something special coming. We’ve created a song together. We were so eager to be able to share the news with you! We can’t wait for you to hear it,” reads the post.
A Tradition That Offends… More and More?
Some online users argue that this kind of post can be hurtful, especially for people dealing with fertility issues.
Furthermore, on this April Fools’ Day, many express fatigue with this kind of tradition amid the current context. In the AI era, the ultra-fast spread of information and the resulting confusion, many feel it is increasingly hard to separate truth from fiction in daily life.
François Lambert is among those who have expressed discomfort with this day and what it represents:
“There is one thing I never liked, and it’s not new… April Fools’ pranks. I hate reading a news item, believing it, and then realizing it was all just a joke. I find it unnecessarily confusing. Especially today, when information travels fast, trust is fragile, and we should be careful about what we share. When I see companies, towns, even public institutions jumping into this… I question it. A city should inspire trust. An organization should inform, not play with credibility. Yes, it’s fun for some. Yes, it gets people talking. But at what cost? It has never made me laugh. When I was young, I remember that feeling very well… being the only one who didn’t know, with a ‘prank’ stuck on my back for hours while everyone laughed. It wasn’t funny. It was humiliating. And it stayed with me. Maybe I’m dull. I own that. But on my social media, you won’t see it. Not today. Not next year. Not in eight years. Because trust is built… and it’s not a game.”
And you, what do you think about this day and the jokes that circulate on it?
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