In a dazzling display of talent and fierce competition, the latest episode of Danse avec les stars aired on Friday, March 28, 2025, featuring the much-anticipated 'battle of the judges'. This special prime showcased not only the remaining eight duos but also the judges themselves, who took to the dance floor to support their teams.
Judges Chris Marques, Mel Charlot, Fauve Hautot, and Jean-Marc Généreux each coached two candidates, bringing a unique twist to the competition. The episode was broadcast live on TF1, starting at 21:10, and included a special guest judge, Kamel Ouali, known for his work on Star Academy.
Each judge paired with their respective contestants to earn points in this special format. Chris Marques worked with Jungeli, Inès Vandamme, Claude Dartois, and Katrina Patchett. During the rehearsals, Marques expressed his evolving opinion on Claude Dartois, who had initially struggled to bring enough energy to his performances. However, after a week of hard work, Dartois made significant progress. "Between yesterday and today, it's the day and the night. I look at it, and I love it," Marques exclaimed, praising Dartois's improved performance.
For this episode, Dartois performed a waltz, a dance he had been eager to showcase. Marques offered an unusual piece of advice, suggesting Dartois massage his face before each performance to help him relax and connect better with the audience. "You won’t know if you can do it without trying. I will give you a piece of advice that I also gave to Jungeli. Warm up your face," he advised, demonstrating his commitment to his contestants' success.
As the competition heated up, the duos delivered their best performances, hoping to impress the judges and secure their place in the show. The rankings following the seventh prime were as follows:
- Lénie and Jordan Mouillerac: 36 points
- Mayane and Christophe Licata: 31 points (totaling 67 points for their team)
- Claude Dartois and Katrina Patchett: 32 points
- Jungeli and Inès Vandamme: 34 points (totaling 66 points for their team)
- Adil Rami and Ana Riera: 30 points
- Julie Zenatti and Adrien Caby: 34 points (totaling 64 points for their team)
- Florent Manaudou and Elsa Bois: 31 points
- Ève Gilles and Nino Mosa: 31 points (totaling 62 points for their team)
At the end of the night, Ève Gilles was unfortunately eliminated from the competition. She performed a paso doble with Nino Mosa to Mylène Farmer's "XXL" and received a score of 31 points. After the public vote, the first couple saved was Florent Manaudou and Elsa Bois, followed by Adil Rami and Ana Riera.
In a moment of triumph, both Julie Zenatti and Jungeli received a perfect score of 10 from Kamel Ouali, showcasing their exceptional talent. Ouali's presence added an exciting dynamic to the judging panel, as he provided valuable feedback and insights throughout the evening.
As the competition progresses, the stakes continue to rise. The audience is captivated by the emotional highs and lows of the contestants as they strive for excellence. The journey began on February 7, 2025, with twelve personalities, and as the weeks have unfolded, the competition has become increasingly intense with four contestants already eliminated.
Nelson Monfort was the first to leave, followed by Sophie Davant, Charlotte de Turckheim, and Frank Lebœuf, who had to bow out due to injury. The remaining contestants are now focused on pushing their limits and delivering stunning performances week after week.
With the judges now fully immersed in the competition, fans are eager to see how the dynamics will shift as each team fights for survival. The next episode promises to be just as thrilling, with the remaining contestants determined to impress both the judges and the audience.
As the show continues to unfold, viewers can catch all the action and highlights on TF1+, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of this captivating season of Danse avec les stars.
