Sophie Davant, a prominent French TV presenter, experienced a sudden fall during the live broadcast of Telethon 2025, but quickly recovered with humor, joking about having 'pain in the buttocks.' The incident occurred while she was attempting to join Cyril Féraud and Yoann Riou on a plastic cow during the event, which is part of a 30-hour charity marathon organized annually by France 3 to raise funds for genetic neuromuscular diseases. Despite the fall, Davant maintained professionalism and continued her role in the broadcast. The Telethon, which has been a major charity event since 1987, aims to surpass the record fundraising total of 106 million euros set in 2006. The event features numerous celebrities and volunteers working entirely on a voluntary basis, with Sophie Davant participating since 1997. She emphasizes her pride in her long-standing commitment and her volunteer role, stating she does not receive any remuneration for her participation. Controversies surrounding her salary often resurface during the event. Sophie Davant clarified on Sud Radio that she and other TV personalities involved in the Telethon do not receive payment, and only a portion of the production costs are covered by the AFM-Téléthon. Her annual salary at France Télévisions is approximately 320,000 euros, which some critics find disproportionate given her volunteer work during the event. Davant expressed frustration over the lack of recognition from France Télévisions, noting she feels undervalued and has only made sporadic appearances on the network since leaving her previous show, 'Affaire Conclue,' in 2023. Despite this, she remains committed to the Telethon, which she considers a central part of her career and personal fulfillment. The event continues to draw significant public donations, with the goal of exceeding the 96 million euros raised in 2024.