On December 20, the newest episode of the much-loved afternoon reality show Amici di Maria De Filippi was recorded, marking the thirteenth episode of this season set to air on December 22 at 2 PM on Canale 5. True to form, this episode promises to be action-packed with performances and special guests. The students of Italy's longest-running talent school have one goal: to showcase their singing and dancing skills and protect their positions as they pursue the coveted evening shows.
According to Superguida TV, this week's episode includes competitive segments in both singing and dancing, all judged by “special” guests who have compiled audience rankings throughout the performances. Anticipation builds as fans await the results of the competitions, which play significant roles in the students' trajectories in the competition. It’s especially nerve-wracking for the last place contestants, who face the looming threat of elimination.
For the singing segment, the spotlight was on Senza Cri, a student of Lorella Cuccarini, who emerged victorious, followed closely by contestants Vybes, Antonia, Jacopo Sol, and Deddè. Unfortunately for Mollenbeck, also from Lorella Cuccarini's team, they finished at the bottom, putting them at risk of elimination. Meanwhile, the dance competition saw Daniele, who is mentored by Alessandra Celentano, claim the top position, with Francesca, Chiara, Alessia, and Alessio following. Dandy, the dancer from Deborah Lettieri's team, found himself at the bottom of the dance rankings.
This week, many students faced challenges as disciplinary actions were enforced following teacher Celentano's inspection of their living arrangements. Among those who triumphed over their challengers were Chiamamifaro, Vybes, Alessio, and Antonio. On the flip side, TrigNo, Nicolò, and Ilan chose not to participate in battles this week, leading to mixed outcomes. Particularly concerning were the circumstances surrounding Teodora, also under the instruction of Deborah Lettieri. After winning her previous challenge, she was thrust back onto the hot seat, this time for immediate confrontation upon Emanuel Lo's decision.
The thirteenth episode welcomes special guests Negramaro, who will present their latest single titled "Free Love." Other notable figures at the episode include Eleonora Abbagnato, Gabry Ponte, Nicolò De Devitiis, and Paola Turci, who stepped onto the judging panel for both dance and singing segments. Various judges, including Marcello Sacchetta, Federica Camba, Carla Armogida, Andrea Alemanno, and Maura Paparo, were assigned to assess the challenges.
Looking forward to the year-end episode airing on December 22, it’s anticipated to be filled with new faces and fresh rankings. Negramaro will also feature, performing their new song "Marziani," providing many moments for reflection and competitiveness among the contestants. The judges will include Eleonora Abbagnato for dance and Gabry Ponte, Nicolò De Devitiis, and Paola Turci for singing.
But what’s more intriguing is the elimination aspect of the show. With numerous challenges at stake, contestants Vybes, Alessio, and Antonia successfully got through them, similarly to Chiamamifaro, whereas TrigNo, Nicolò, and Ilan opted out of the challenges this week. A notable twist occurred with Teodora, who had been battling to stay within the competition. Having previously faced fierce competition against competitor Maria Sole, she was unexpectedly thrust back to compete yet again against Giorgia, leading to her elimination.
This episode also highlights some mysterious absences, particularly the singer Luk3, whose empty chair raised questions with viewers, though no explanations were provided for his absence. Disputes flared up, as seen with Deborah and Emanuel Lo, mainly over the sudden elimination of Teodora. Yet, amid the tensions, there were light-hearted moments, including the holiday spirit brought to life through caroling among contestants and gift exchanges among the teachers.
Among the gifts exchanged, Zerbi humorously presented Pettinelli with a megaphone, signaling how much he would miss her “warm voice.” Pettinelli countered by gifting him a cardboard cut-out of herself so he could “always have her close.” Emanuel Lo followed suit with his gift — sporting a t-shirt reading, “There’s only one Cele... and thankfully!” — referencing the one and only Celentano, who responded with a framed collage of her doing the same expressive face she often critiques among dancers.
After much laughter and moments of levity, fans can expect another entertaining episode before the Christmas break with surprises aplenty. Viewers can catch the action tomorrow at 2 PM, exclusively on Canale 5.
