2026 Star Academy season starts on TF1
The 2026 season of Star Academy has begun on TF1, with 17 students now settled at the castle of Dammarie-les-Lys under the direction of Mosimann. Coaches Fanny Delaigue and Philippine Lavrey revealed during a show on October 12 the list of guests set to appear during the prime time on October 17, where they will perform duets with selected academicians.Ben Mazué to perform with a student
Ben Mazué will be honored during the prime time and will perform "When I Walk Beside Her" with one of the students. He will meet the academicians at the castle and provide them with advice throughout the week to help them prepare.Adèle Castillon selects a student for a duet
Adèle Castillon, the big sister of the promotion, will also be present and has the authority to choose which student will perform "An Summer With You" with her. This gives her a special role in shaping the performances for that segment of the show.French-Haitian singer Naïka joins the event
The international guest for the prime time will be French-Haitian singer Naïka, who will perform "One Track Mind" with one of the students. Potential candidates include Morgan, Ydriss, Isabella, Tracy, Amel, Leeloo, Zoé, and Elija.Fourth guest remains a surprise
In addition to these guests, a fourth guest will also be present during the prime time, but their identity will remain a surprise until the show. This guest will perform a duet with one of the academicians without prior rehearsal. The October 17 prime time is expected to be a highlight of the season.
