Shiri Maimon Returns to "The Next Star" Judging Panel
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Singer Shiri Maimon is returning to judge "The Next Star for Eurovision" after competing in "Dancing with the Stars." She described her dance competition experience as extremely difficult, contrasting it with her enjoyment of judging. Maimon praised the exceptionally high talent level of this year's "The Next Star" contestants and believes the new scoring system allows for more nuanced feedback.
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- Shiri Maimon returns to judge "The Next Star for Eurovision" after competing on "Dancing with the Stars."
- Maimon called her "Dancing with the Stars" experience one of the hardest things she has endured.
- She noted an unprecedented level of talent among contestants in the new "The Next Star" season.
- Maimon believes the updated scoring system on "The Next Star" enhances judges' ability to give feedback.
- She expressed confidence that no fellow judges could have matched her "Dancing with the Stars" performance.
Singer Shiri Maimon is returning to her role as a judge on the upcoming season of "The Next Star for Eurovision." This comes after her participation in "Dancing with the Stars," where she reached the finals, securing third place. Maimon described her "Dancing with the Stars" experience as one of the most difficult things she has ever gone through, contrasting it with the more enjoyable judging role.
Ahead of the new season's premiere, Maimon shared her excitement about the high caliber of contestants this year, noting an unprecedented level of talent, including 17-year-olds with "crazy charisma and amazing voices." She expressed that the judging panel is constantly surprised by where such talent emerges from.
Maimon also discussed the new scoring system on "The Next Star," stating that it allows judges to express their opinions more effectively. She explained that previously, she sometimes had to give a "blue" (negative) score when a performance was technically good but lacked emotional connection, leading to confusion. The new system, she believes, provides more flexibility to offer constructive criticism while acknowledging a singer's overall talent.
When asked if any of her fellow judges could have surpassed her achievement on "Dancing with the Stars," Maimon confidently stated that they have "no chance," highlighting her own success in reaching the finals at her age as a "miracle."
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