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Post by Q3 on Apr 27, 2021 0:07:45 GMT -5
 EXCLUSIVE: FIRST LOOK IMAGE AT ITV'S STARSTRUCK STUDIOAward winning singer and actress Sheridan Smith, Queen frontman Adam Lambert, comedian Jason Manford and the UK’s leading soulstress and musical theatre star Beverley Knight join the panel on Starstruck, with Olly Murs confirmed as the host of this exciting new format. This exclusive behind the scenes image shows a first look at the show's stage and virtual audience screen. Starstruck will see ordinary members of the public with an exceptional talent team up to transform into some of the world’s biggest music icons from Amy Winehouse to Ariana Grande, Lionel Richie to Lady Gaga, Marvin Gaye to Michael Buble, and many more in between. This 6 x 75 mins and 1 x 90 min series sees four teams of three battle it out each week to win the vote of our expert judging panel and virtual audience for a coveted place in the final and to be in with the chance of winning a whopping £50,000. Each episode will culminate in an exciting finale which sees the winning trio compete against each other for a place in the grand final and the chance to walk away with that life- changing sum of cash.  Olly Murs said: “I’m really excited to be hosting a big Saturday Night show like Starstruck. It ticks all the boxes; it’s about feel good, family fun which is something we all need right now. The performances should keep us well entertained and I can’t wait to see whether anyone wants to be transformed into me for the night!” Beverley Knight said: “Every show we get to witness ordinary people emulate extraordinary icons on a huge scale and I’m so here for it! I’m looking forward to hearing and seeing those spectacular transformations and being a cheerleader for every contestant”. Sheridan Smith said: 'Growing up, I always loved watching Saturday night TV with my family so I’m thrilled to be joining Starstruck. Creating Cilla Black for TV, I know first-hand how much goes into becoming an iconic music star, so I can't wait to see what some of the contestants do with our modern music acts and true icons. And with everything else that’s going on at the moment, this is just the type of show we can all enjoy together!' Adam Lambert said: “I am so excited to be involved in Starstruck. I loved the idea from the moment I heard about it, and it’s going to be a lot of fun. I can’t wait to watch people transform into their idols! After the year everyone has been through, let’s come together through creativity and music and have a good time!” Jason Manford said: “After years of being on stage, judged every night, it’s my turn to sit and do the judging! I adore talented people, so I’m very proud to be part of a show that’s going to let them show off. They're ticking off a super entertaining bucket list moment and we get to be part of it.” Starstruck will air later this year on ITV. Link: www.tvzoneuk.com/post/starstruck-exclusive-studio |
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Post by pi on Apr 27, 2021 2:52:04 GMT -5
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Post by deb5anne on Apr 27, 2021 9:43:02 GMT -5
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Post by bamafan on Apr 27, 2021 10:25:49 GMT -5
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Post by girldrummer on Apr 27, 2021 10:44:58 GMT -5
Very interesting comments from Kara!. So much goes on behind the scenes on these shows that we don't realize. I wonder what Adam was doing with his eye that she told him not to do? LOL Kara loved Adam from the start. She saw him as a big star even then. He's so lucky that she pushed for him to get on the show. Idol was never the same after Season 8.
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Post by cleopatra on Apr 27, 2021 10:56:25 GMT -5
Very interesting comments from Kara!. So much goes on behind the scenes on these shows that we don't realize. I wonder what Adam was doing with his eye that she told him not to do? LOL Kara loved Adam from the start. She saw him as a big star even then. He's so lucky that she pushed for him to get on the show. Idol was never the same after Season 8. I dunno, that just doesn't sound right. I remember reading an article at the beginning of Season 9 where Patrick Lynne (one of the Idol producers who headed up the auditions) was interviewed at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, where Adam auditioned the year before. He made a point of saying they were looking out for him in the later rounds because he was so good. And since when did Idol have any issues whatsoever with Simon "destroying" any of the contestants? Seems to me the show loved that when it happened. I'm not saying she wasn't supportive, but at least in the televised audition, Randy and Paula were more immediately on board with Adam than Kara was. I haven't listened to the interview, so maybe she said something that clarified it, but it sounds like a bit of revisionist history to me. |
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Post by cheriemelissa on Apr 27, 2021 11:04:19 GMT -5
Very interesting comments from Kara!. So much goes on behind the scenes on these shows that we don't realize. I wonder what Adam was doing with his eye that she told him not to do? LOL Kara loved Adam from the start. She saw him as a big star even then. He's so lucky that she pushed for him to get on the show. Idol was never the same after Season 8. I dunno, that just doesn't sound right. I remember reading an article at the beginning of Season 9 where Patrick Lynne (one of the Idol producers who headed up the auditions) was interviewed at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, where Adam auditioned the year before. He made a point of saying they were looking out for him in the later rounds because he was so good. And since when did Idol have any issues whatsoever with Simon "destroying" any of the contestants? Seems to me the show loved that when it happened. I'm not saying she wasn't supportive, but at least in the televised audition, Randy and Paula were more immediately on board with Adam than Kara was. I haven't listened to the interview, so maybe she said something that clarified it, but it sounds like a bit of revisionist history to me. Agreed! |
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Post by lurleene on Apr 27, 2021 11:25:30 GMT -5
I dunno, that just doesn't sound right. I remember reading an article at the beginning of Season 9 where Patrick Lynne (one of the Idol producers who headed up the auditions) was interviewed at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, where Adam auditioned the year before. He made a point of saying they were looking out for him in the later rounds because he was so good. And since when did Idol have any issues whatsoever with Simon "destroying" any of the contestants? Seems to me the show loved that when it happened. I'm not saying she wasn't supportive, but at least in the televised audition, Randy and Paula were more immediately on board with Adam than Kara was. I haven't listened to the interview, so maybe she said something that clarified it, but it sounds like a bit of revisionist history to me. Agreed! Agree. I think someone was trying to take credit for Adam after the fact, lol. I can't imagine they would allow a new judge, who had yet to be seen by the public, have a say in who makes the show. Besides Danny Noriego had been on the show the year before with his rolling of the eyes and head snapping and sassing Simon. True Simon did not care for him (but never tried to destroy him) but he did not care for a lot of people on the show. Adam looked and presented himself as any other contestant that year. Just better. I also heard the story that producers were told to look out for Adam because he was so good and they wanted him on the show. Besides joke contestants were a big thing back then and Simon and producers had no problem with the ridicule. |
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Post by bamafan on Apr 27, 2021 11:47:31 GMT -5
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Post by saraswati on Apr 27, 2021 12:25:11 GMT -5
There’s a really wonderful interview with Brian May on Alan Alda’s podcast “Clear and Vivid” where they discuss Brian’s scientific accomplishments in-depth. No mention of Adam, but it was great to hear these two wonderful gentlemen in conversation.
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