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Loana Petrucciani, known simply as Loana, was the first reality TV star in France, gaining fame from the show *Loft Story*. She passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the age of 48, making her newsworthy due to her significant role in the history of French television and the outpouring of grief from fellow reality TV personalities like Jean-Edouard Lipa and Benjamin Castaldi. Her death has prompted reflections on the impact of early reality TV fame. The articles detail the arrangements for her funeral, which will be held at the Sainte-Réparate Cathedral in Nice on Friday, April 10th, at 11:00 AM. Her passing marks a moment of remembrance for the French reality TV landscape and the challenges faced by its pioneers.