Diane Schwartz Exits Israel's Dancing with the Stars After Emotional Journey

Diane Schwartz, the model and influencer, has been eliminated from the Israeli reality show "Dancing with the Stars" after several months of competing. Initially unfamiliar with dancing, Schwartz quickly became a serious contender alongside her partner Lotem Madmoni, earning praise from judges for multiple performances. However, in recent weeks their scores declined, culminating in their exit from the live competition on August 5, 2026.

In an interview on the show "Good Night with Guy Pines," Schwartz expressed mixed feelings about the elimination. She acknowledged the drop in judges' scores affected her confidence but emphasized the experience was therapeutic and joyful. "After everything I've been through in life, this is nothing," she said, calling the show "just a sport and a TV program." She also highlighted the overwhelming support from the audience and the production team, describing the experience as a second home.

Her dance partner, Lotem Madmoni, praised her dedication and resilience, noting she started without any dance skills but persevered through injuries and hard work. He expressed pride in her progress and their journey together. Schwartz said she plans to rest and recover from the intense experience, joking that even in sleep she dreams about dancing.

The hosts and judges had previously noted a discrepancy between audience enthusiasm and judges' scores, with Schwartz and Madmoni sometimes receiving lower marks despite positive public feedback. Schwartz accepted this difference, noting that sometimes the audience and judges do not feel the same way.

The show airs on Keshet 12, and Schwartz's departure marks the end of her memorable run on the program, which she says she will cherish forever.