Nate Bozolic and Julia Shahar Eliminated from Israel's Dancing with the Stars

On July 25, 2026, Australian actor and Israel advocate Nate Bozolic and his dance partner Julia Shahar were eliminated from the Israeli reality show "Dancing with the Stars" just before the live broadcast stage. The duo performed alongside former hostage Daniela Gilboa, who sang and danced with them, creating an emotional moment in the studio. Despite the heartfelt atmosphere and support, Bozolic acknowledged during critiques that he felt out of place compared to the other contestants' dance skills.

Bozolic, who has become a prominent supporter of Israel since October 7, 2023, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to participate and praised his dance partner Julia Shahar for her mentorship and motivation. He tearfully reflected on his journey, emphasizing his deep connection to Israel and his commitment to defending the country. Shahar also shared emotional farewell words, highlighting Bozolic's hard work and their lasting friendship.

The couple has a chance to return to the competition during the upcoming "save round" scheduled for Monday after the evening news on Keshet 12. Other contestants advancing to the live shows include Eden Golan and Artyom Liaskovski, Shiri Maimon and Rafael Fleishman, Avishag Samberg and Ivan Denisov, among others.