Star Academy season 14 begins with evaluations
On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, the 17 contestants of the fourteenth season of Star Academy performed their first evaluations in a special hall designed with a dedicated stage, curtain, and orange-themed set. The performances aimed to highlight their artistic identities under the theme "Se mettre en valeur," which translates to "To put oneself forward."Contestants shine with standout performances
Among the highlights, Antoine delivered a powerful rendition of "Monde" by Luidji without his guitar, leaving a strong impression on the judges, including Jonathan Jenvrin and Mosimann. Maud performed a poetic version of "Monde" on piano, while Isabella reinterpreted "Happy" by Pharrell Williams on the guitar, reinforcing her status as a top contender.Other performances receive praise
Other notable performances included Zoé's rendition of "Set Fire to the Rain" by Adele, Cameron's emotionally charged version of "Ces gens-là" by Jacques Brel, and strong showings by Morgan, Kylian, Brieuc, Amel, and Elija. They performed songs such as "Ces gens-là," "All of Me," and "À la vie," receiving positive feedback from the judges.Some contestants face difficulties
Not all performances went smoothly. Félix struggled with vocal issues and stress during his attempt at "Set Fire to the Rain," and Noémie faced challenges with her performance of "Tu n'es plus là" by Amel Bent, marked by off-key notes and a lack of confidence. Ydriss, Melina, Leeloo, Khalil, and others were speculated to be in the lower rankings due to vocal inconsistencies and performance issues.Results to be announced soon
The official results of the evaluations will be announced by Mosimann following the daily broadcast on TF1. The first nominations are expected before the prime time show on October 17, setting the stage for the next phase of the competition.
