Italy: Madonna Rumoured to Guest Star at Sanremo 2026!

Italy: Madonna Rumoured to Guest Star at Sanremo 2026!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Will the Queen of Pop appear at Sanremo 2026? Reports suggest Madonna may guest star at Italy's Eurovision selection following her recent Italian cover In the past 24 hours, extensive speculation has surfaced regarding a possible guest appearance by pop singer Madonna at the Italian Eurovision selection, Sanremo 2026. This event will select the country's representative for Eurovision 2026, held in Vienna, Austria. These rumors emerged after she released a full Italian version of the beloved hit by singer Patty Pravo, "La Bambola". The singer, who is competing in the festival this year for the 11th time, published the cover for a campaign with the Italian fashion brand "Dolce&Gabbana", creating a reimagined interpretation of the famous 1968 song. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to the Italian news agency Adnkronos, the national broadcaster RAI is interested in hosting the singer. The proposal is currently on the desk of the festival's artistic director, Carlo Conti,...
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HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 27: Dorin Or Is the Twelfth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 27: Dorin Or Is the Twelfth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dorin Or is the twelfth contestant to bid farewell to HaKokhav HaBa. 9 contestants remain in the race, including Shira Zloof, Nave Levi, Agam Hazan, and Shaked Solomon. Full recap of Episode 27. In 13 days, the grand finale of "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026" will take place, featuring four finalists. The winner of the competition will represent Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. 10 contestants remain in the competition so far, but by the end of tonight’s episode, only the top 9 will continue. The production presents tonight the continuation of a new challenge that has not been done in previous seasons. Each contestant chose a hit song to perform alongside a live band. However, during the song, a signal appeared on the screen - after which they had to continue singing a-cappella, without the band’s backing. Keeping rhythm, staying in tune, and maintaining composure became crucial. The two contestants who received...
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HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 26: Eitan Aharon Is the Eleventh Contestant Eliminated From the Show

HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 26: Eitan Aharon Is the Eleventh Contestant Eliminated From the Show

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eitan Aharon is the eleventh contestant to bid farewell to HaKokhav HaBa. 10 contestants remain in the race, including Noam Bettan, Gal De Paz, and Alona Erez. Full recap of Episode 26. In exactly two weeks, the grand finale of "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026" will take place, featuring four finalists. The winner of the competition will represent Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. 11 contestants remain in the competition so far, but by the end of tonight’s episode, only the top 10 will continue. This evening, the production introduced a brand-new challenge never before seen in previous seasons. Each contestant chose a hit song to perform alongside a live band. However, during the song, a signal appeared on the screen - after which they had to continue singing a-cappella, without the band’s backing. Keeping rhythm, staying in tune, and maintaining composure became crucial. The two contestants who received the lowest scores of...
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Eurovision 2026: Semi-Final Draw Reveals 30 Countries Grouped by Voting Patterns

Eurovision 2026: Semi-Final Draw Reveals 30 Countries Grouped by Voting Patterns

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); EBU reveals Eurovision semi-final allocation draw, grouping 30 countries by voting patterns to limit bloc voting and enhance competition drama. As every year, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) conducts an allocation draw to determine the semi-final participation of the competing countries. This year, following the withdrawal of the Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, Ireland, and Iceland, 30 countries are expected to compete in the two semi-finals and were divided into five different pots (with the sixth pot consisting of countries automatically qualified for the Grand Final). The allocation is based on historical voting patterns between countries over the years and is intended to reduce neighbor and diaspora voting in order to increase suspense around the show, according to the official statement released. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Voting Patterns and Allocation Logic Each of the six pots contains countries that share a common pattern of mutual voting at the Eurovision Song Contest or close geographical proximity. Each pot...
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HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 25: Elior Shemesh Is the Tenth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 25: Elior Shemesh Is the Tenth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Elior Shemesh is the tenth contestant to bid farewell to HaKokhav HaBa. 11 contestants remain in the race, including Shaked Solomon, Michael HarPaz, and Tamir Levy. Full recap of Episode 25. 11 contestants remain at this stage in "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026". with the grand winner set to represent Israel at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. The next stage is the “Surprise Duet” — a challenge in which each contestant from the team performs a duet with a famous singer whose identity they don’t know in advance. The celebrity singer surprises the contestant during the performance itself. Four contestants took the stage to perform their duets, with the contestant receiving the lowest score being eliminated. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Shaked Solomon Shaked Solomon chose to perform the song “KsheAt Atzuva” (originally by Amir Benayoun). Throughout the song, Shaked showcased impressive vocal trills and a strong, powerful voice, though at times it felt...
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Eurovision 2026 Betting Odds: Israel Leads the Table

Eurovision 2026 Betting Odds: Israel Leads the Table

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision 2026 betting season has officially launched, with Israel securing the top spot. Sweden and Ukraine follow closely. Where do Montenegro and Albania with their released songs begin their competitive journey? All the details - Right here! International betting agencies are already opening markets for the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. To date, only two songs have been officially selected for the competition, representing Montenegro and Albania. Although the season is in its infancy and many representatives have yet to be named, Israel is currently leading the forecasts. This follows a high-profile year where Yuval Raphael secured second place with the song "New Day Will Rise", an achievement that firmly re-established the nation as a central force in the contest. At this stage, the rankings are primarily influenced by William Hill, one of the industry's largest and most prominent bookmakers. As the season progresses, the list will expand to include additional agencies. Currently, Israel holds...
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HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 24: Daniel Azar Is the Ninth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 24: Daniel Azar Is the Ninth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Daniel Azar is the ninth contestant to bid farewell to HaKokhav HaBa. 12 contestants remain in the race, including Nave Levi, Agam Hazan, Gal De Paz and Shira Zloof. Full recap of Episode 24. 12 contestants remain at this stage in "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026". with the grand winner set to represent Israel at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. The next stage is the “Surprise Duet” — a challenge in which each contestant from the team performs a duet with a famous singer whose identity they don’t know in advance. The celebrity singer surprises the contestant during the performance itself. Five contestants took the stage to perform their duets, with the contestant receiving the lowest score being eliminated. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Shira Zloof Shira Zloof chose to perform the song "Mami" (originally by Miri Mesika). What a flawless voice — so gentle and soothing. The song fits her beautifully. Joining Shira on stage was none...
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Imri Ziv Heads to Paris: Israel’s Eurovision Representative Cast in Major French Musical

Imri Ziv Heads to Paris: Israel’s Eurovision Representative Cast in Major French Musical

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nearly nine years after Eurovision 2017, Imri Ziv lands the leading role in an international musical set to premiere in Paris this March. Imri Ziv, Israel’s representative at Eurovision 2017, is taking his career in a new international direction - this time on a major stage in Paris. Nearly nine years after representing Israel at Eurovision with the song "I Feel Alive", Ziv has been cast in the leading role of the French international musical "Le Sel et le Miel" (in English: “The Salt and the Honey”). As part of the production, Ziv is expected to relocate to Paris for the rehearsal and performance period. This marks another significant milestone in the career of one of Israel’s most memorable Eurovision representatives of recent years. He will star in the lead role alongside a local cast of actors, singers, and dancers, performing entirely in French. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); About the Musical "Le Sel et le Miel" was written and directed by...
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Israel: The Grand Final of “HaKokhav HaBa” Will Air on January 20th!

Israel: The Grand Final of “HaKokhav HaBa” Will Air on January 20th!

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Time is ticking: the grand final of "HaKokhav HaBa", which will determine the identity of Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2026, will take place on January 20th. The final will be held alongside a tense season of the Eurovision Song Contest. The date of the grand finale of "HaKokhav HaBa" for Eurovision 2026 has been revealed: Tuesday, January 20th, live on air. In the final, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2026 will be selected as part of the Eurovision Song Contest, winning a ticket to Vienna, Austria. Only four contestants will reach the final, and by the end of the evening, one of them will be announced as the official Israeli representative for Eurovision 2026 — decided through a combination of audience and judges’ votes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Battle for Vienna As Eurovision 2026 nears, the tension in the competition reaches its peak. In The final of "HaKokhav HaBa", the four finalists will perform first-round songs — one each — after which...
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HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 23: Portrait Band Are the Eighth Contestants Eliminated From the Show

HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 23: Portrait Band Are the Eighth Contestants Eliminated From the Show

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portrait Band are the eighth contestants to bid farewell to HaKokhav HaBa. 13 contestants remain in the race, including Dorin Or, Alona Erez, Eitan Aharon, and Noam Bettan. Full recap of Episode 23. 13 contestants remain at this stage in "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026". with the grand winner set to represent Israel at Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. The next stage is the “Surprise Duet” — a challenge in which each contestant from the team performs a duet with a famous singer whose identity they don’t know in advance. The celebrity singer surprises the contestant during the performance itself. Five contestants took the stage to perform their duets, with the contestant receiving the lowest score being eliminated. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dorin Or Dorin Or chose to sing the song “Ahava Asura” (originally by Zehava Ben). There’s no need to introduce Dorin’s distinctive voice; once again, she brings something special, intriguing, and...
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