The Masked Singer Israel Adds Bar Refaeli and Moshé Peretz to Judging Panel
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The Israeli reality show "The Masked Singer" returns Saturday with new judges Bar Refaeli and Moshé Peretz joining Ophira Assayag, Tzadi Tzarfati, and Shahar Hason. The new season introduces format changes, including revealing one contestant's identity in the premiere. Judges praised the new additions, with Shahar Hason making a humorous remark about them appearing on Channel 14. The show previously achieved strong ratings, ranking seventh in prime-time viewership for 2025.
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- The Masked Singer Israel premieres Saturday with new judges Bar Refaeli and Moshé Peretz.
- The new season will feature format changes, including revealing a contestant's identity in the first episode.
- Judge Shahar Hason humorously suggested Refaeli and Peretz would fit well on Channel 14's "HaPatriots."
- Tzadi Tzarfati praised Bar Refaeli for her sharp intellect and confidence.
- Moshé Peretz was described as musically authoritative and possessing a great ear for vocals.
- The show ranked seventh in 2025 prime-time ratings with 17.20% viewership.
The popular Israeli entertainment show "The Masked Singer" is set to return this Saturday with significant format changes and new additions to its judging panel. For the first time in the show's history, the identity of one masked contestant will be revealed to the audience in the premiere episode. The upcoming season will also feature a trio mask and a double reveal on opening night. Joining the existing judges Ophira Assayag, Tzadi Tzarfati, and Shahar Hason are model Bar Refaeli and singer Moshé Peretz. Ido Rosenblum will continue as the show's host.
In an interview discussing the new season, the judges shared their impressions. Ophira Assayag expressed excitement, calling it an "amazing season with crazy A-listers." Comedian Shahar Hason humorously commented on Refaeli and Peretz's addition, suggesting they would also be a good fit for the political talk show "HaPatriots" on Channel 14. Tzadi Tzarfati praised Bar Refaeli's sharp intellect and confidence, stating she surprised him with her acuity. Ido Rosenblum described Moshé Peretz as "super funny, super intelligent" and noted his extensive experience working with various artists. Tzadi Tzarfati further highlighted Peretz's role as the panel's musical authority, possessing the best ear for identifying contestants' vocal talents.
The show's return follows its consistent success, having ranked seventh in the 2025 annual prime-time ratings with an average of 17.20%. It trailed closely behind other popular shows like "Uvda" (17.30%), "HaAch HaGadol" (18%), "Eretz Nehederet" (18.10% and 20%), and "HaChavaya MeRishon" (19.20%), with "HaKochav HaBa L'Eurovizion 2025" topping the list at 22.20%.
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