Shiri Maimon Calls Dancing With The Stars A 'Shaking Experience'
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Singer Shiri Maimon described her recent participation in "Dancing with the Stars" as one of the hardest experiences of her life. Returning to judge "The Next Star to Eurovision," she finds the role significantly less demanding. Maimon noted a positive change in fellow judge Assaf Amdursky and anticipates an exceptionally high level of talent among contestants this season, making judging difficult.
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- Shiri Maimon called her "Dancing with the Stars" experience "one of the hardest things" she's endured.
- Maimon returns to judge "The Next Star to Eurovision" premiering Sunday on Keshet 12.
- She finds judging "The Next Star" much easier than competing on "Dancing with the Stars".
- Maimon noted a positive change in fellow judge Assaf Amdursky's demeanor.
- She expects an unusually high level of talent from contestants this season.
Singer and veteran judge Shiri Maimon is returning to the judging panel for the new season of "The Next Star to Eurovision," premiering Sunday on Keshet 12. Maimon described her recent experience as a contestant on "Dancing with the Stars," where she finished in third place, as one of the most difficult things she has ever gone through. The intense physical and emotional demands of the dance competition, which involved months of rigorous rehearsals and weekly performances, were a stark contrast to her current role as a judge.
Maimon expressed relief at returning to her musical comfort zone, stating that judging is like "kindergarten" compared to the challenges of "Dancing with the Stars." She finds satisfaction in offering her opinions on musical performances, a task she clearly enjoys. The singer also noted a positive shift in the dynamic among the judges over the years, contributing to a more relaxed atmosphere in the studio.
She specifically highlighted a significant positive change in her colleague Assaf Amdursky, observing that he seems happier and more content, offering better scores and a more positive demeanor. Maimon anticipates that the upcoming season of "The Next Star to Eurovision" will present a "good problem" for the judges and viewers alike due to an exceptionally high caliber of talent among the contestants.
Maimon admitted that despite her extensive experience with the show's format, her excitement for new contestants remains undimmed. She believes the level of talent this year is unusually high, making the decision-making process particularly challenging. "This year, something happened, singers arrived at a level I don't remember being this high," she stated, expressing genuine anticipation and uncertainty about the season's outcome.