Friends 2025: March 29 Episode
- Antonia performed Sempre per sempre by Francesco de Gregori, while Nicolò chose La canzone nostra by Blanco, Mace, and Salmo.
- A dance challenge on the theme of passion pitted Raffaella against Alessia.
- Trigno opened with La Flaca by Jarabe de palo,and Jacopo Sol countered with Quanto forte ti pensavo by Madame.
Talent Show Recap: Performances and Eliminations
Updated: 2025-03-29
Third Round Showdowns
The third round featured intense face-offs between contestants.
Nicolò vs.Antonia
Antonia performed Sempre per sempre
by Francesco de Gregori, while Nicolò chose La canzone nostra
by Blanco, Mace, and Salmo.
Dance Challenge: Raffaella vs. Alessia
A dance challenge on the theme of passion pitted Raffaella against Alessia. After a professional exhibition, both dancers performed. Elena D’amario praised both but favored Alessia, while Cristiano Malgioglio and Amadeus preferred Raffaella, resulting in a 1-1 tie.
Trigno vs. Jacopo Sol
Trigno opened with La Flaca
by Jarabe de palo,and Jacopo Sol countered with Quanto forte ti pensavo
by Madame. Amadeus gave the point to Jacopo Sol, praising his voice. Malgioglio also preferred the latter’s timbre, giving Rudy Zerbi and Alessandra Celentano the first point.
Team Challenge: Lettieri-pettinelli vs. Celebrano-Zerbi
Deborah Lettieri and Anna Pettinelli challenged Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi, a rematch from the second round.
Guest Appearance: Barbara Foria
Comedian Barbara Foria entered to Crazy in Love
by Beyoncé and Jay-Z, joking about feeling like Beyoncé on stage. She discussed life’s challenges.
Elimination Round
After deciding to save Alessia, the judges sent Chiamamifaro to the final elimination, where she faced Luk3, who was previously eliminated in the first round.
Initial Elimination Candidates
Anna pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri nominated Alessia, Chiara, and Chiamamifaro for elimination. Alessia started with Besame mucho,
Chiamamifaro sang Nessuno mi può giudicare
by Caterina Caselli, and Chiara concluded with Anche fragile
by Elisa. The jury saved Alessia.
Second Round Highlights
Francesca vs. Chiamamifaro
chiamamifaro sang Iris
by the Goo Goo Dolls, while francesca danced to Carmen.
Malgioglio favored Francesca, Amadeus preferred Chiamamifaro, and Elena D’Amario sided with Francesca, giving Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri the round win.
Nicolò vs. Chiara
Nicolò performed Insieme
by Mina, and Chiara danced to Ti sento
in the Bob Sinclar & Matia Bazar version. Amadeus favored Chiara, but Elena D’Amario gave the point to Nicolò, tying the score at 1-1.
Trigno vs. Antonia
Trigno sang Cuore matto
by Little Tony, and Antonia followed with Killing Me Softly with His Song.
Amadeus appreciated Trigno’s personality but gave the point to Antonia. Malgioglio praised Antonia’s chic and soft style, awarding the first point to Rudy Zerbi and Alessandra Celentano’s team.
Team Challenge: Lettieri-Pettinelli vs. Celebrano-Zerbi (Round 2)
Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri challenged Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi again.
Professors’ Challenge
The professors faced off with the theme The spice within you.
Performance Highlights
Emanuel Lo opened with Justin Timberlake’s SexyBack.
Rudy Zerbi performed Hot Stuff
by Donna Summer. Deborah Lettieri and Anna Pettinelli dressed as the Spice girls, performing WannaBe
and Geri Halliwell’s It’s Raining Men.
Elena D’Amario gave the win to Pettinelli and Lettieri, while Amadeus chose Rudy Zerbi. Malgioglio appreciated Anna Pettinelli’s courage.
First Round and Elimination
Luk3 faced final elimination after the first round.
Elimination candidates
Luk3,Francesco,and Senza Cri were up for elimination. Luk3 sang Lucio Corsi’s Volevo essere un duro,
Italy’s Eurovision 2025 entry. Francesco danced to Ed Sheeran’s Perfect
with Beyoncé. Senza Cri sang Ghali’s Cara Italia.
The judges saved Francesco.
Personality challenge: Luk3 vs. Trigno
Anna Pettinelli challenged Lorella Cuccarini with Adriano Celentano’s Prisencolinensinainciusol.
amadeus preferred Trigno, and Malgioglio found trigno more brazen and charismatic, giving Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri’s team the first-round win.
Senza cri’s Performance
Senza Cri sang Barbra Streisand’s Woman in Love.
Raffaella danced to Jai Ho!
by the Pussycat Dolls. Malgioglio called raffaella captivating.
in the final showdown, Luk3 and chiamamifaro face elimination. The second episode of the 24th season’s Serale phase is underway,guided by Maria De Filippi. Thirteen students,divided into teams led by Alessandra celentano and Rudy Zerbi,Lorella Cuccarini and Emanuel Lo,and Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri,compete at center stage. The judges are Amadeus, Cristiano Malgioglio, and Elena D’amario. Guests include Tananai and Barbara foria.
3 minutes ago
Third Round, Third Challenge: Nicolò vs. Antonia
Antonia performs Francesco De Gregori’s Sempre per sempre,
while Nicolò counters with La canzone nostra
by Blanco, Mace, and Salmo.
16 minutes ago
third Round, Second Challenge: Gauntlet Thrown
Deborah Letterari issues a challenge centered on passion, pitting Raffaella against Alessia. Alessandra Celentano accepts. Following a demonstration by professionals, the two perform. Elena D’Amario praises both but awards the win to Alessia. cristiano Malgioglio favors Raffaella, as does Amadeus. The score is now tied 1-1.
22 minutes ago
Third Round,first Challenge: Trigno vs.Jacopo Sol
Trigno opens with jarabe de Palo’s La flaca,
and Jacopo Sol responds with Madame’s Quanto forte ti pensavo.
After acknowledging Madame,Amadeus gives the point to Jacopo Sol,saying,You have an astonishing voice.
Cristiano Malgioglio also prefers the second singer’s timbre. Rudy Zerbi and Alessandra Celentano secure the first point.
22 minutes ago
Third Round: Lettieri-Pettinelli vs. Celentano-Zerbi
Deborah Lettieri and Anna Pettinelli again challenge the team led by Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi. The two teams previously clashed in the second round of this episode, hosted by Maria De Filippi.
22 minutes ago
Guest Barbara Foria
The comedian enters to Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Crazy in Love,
joking, It only takes a moment to feel like Beyoncé on this stage.
Barbara Foria then discusses life’s challenges.
34 minutes ago
Chiamamifaro Faces Final Elimination
After choosing to save Alessia, the judges send Chiamamifaro to the final elimination round. The singer will compete against Luk3, provisionally eliminated during the first round.
47 minutes ago
Alessia, Chiara, and chiamamifaro in the Hot Seat
Anna pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri nominate three students at risk: Alessia, Chiara, and Chiamamifaro. alessia starts the decisive round with Besame mucho.
Chiamamifaro sings Caterina Caselli’s Nessuno mi può giudicare,
and Chiara closes with Elisa’s Anche fragile.
The judges bring Alessia back into the competition.
54 minutes ago
Second Round, Third Challenge: Francesca vs. chiamamifaro
Chiamamifaro opens the decisive challenge for the second round with Iris,
the Goo Goo Dolls’ acclaimed 1998 hit. Francesca dances to Carmen. Malgioglio chooses the dancer,Amadeus prefers the singer,and Elena D’Amario awards the win to Francesca. Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri win the second round.
1 hour ago
Second Round, Second Challenge: Sarah vs. Lil Jolie
Lil Jolie performs her new single, Follia,
while Sarah sings Voilà
by Barbara Pravi. cristiano Malgioglio praises both singers. Amadeus prefers Lil Jolie, and Elena D’Amario chooses Sarah. The score remains tied.
1 hour ago
second Round, First Challenge: Martina vs. Mida
Martina dances a paso doble, and Mida performs Quevedo
. Elena D’Amario awards the point to Martina. Amadeus prefers Mida, and Cristiano Malgioglio agrees. Lorella Cuccarini and Emanuel Lo secure the first point.
1 hour ago
Second Round: Cuccarini-Lo vs. Pettinelli-Lettieri
Lorella Cuccarini and Emanuel Lo challenge Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri.
1 hour ago
Tananai Performs
The singer performs his new single, Storie brevi,
at center stage.
1 hour ago
First Round,Third challenge: Petit vs. Gaia
Petit sings Tornerai,
and Gaia performs Wrecking Ball
. Amadeus praises both performances. Cristiano Malgioglio prefers Gaia, and Elena D’amario agrees. Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi win the first round.
1 hour ago
First Round, Second Challenge: Dustin vs. marisol
Marisol dances a contemporary piece, and Dustin performs a hip-hop routine. Elena D’Amario awards the point to Dustin. Amadeus prefers Marisol, and Cristiano Malgioglio agrees. The score is tied.
2 hours ago
First Round, First Challenge: Lucia vs. Sofia
Lucia dances a cha-cha, and Sofia sings Toxic
by Britney Spears.Amadeus prefers Sofia, Cristiano Malgioglio agrees, and Elena D’Amario also chooses Sofia. First point for Alessandra Celentano and rudy Zerbi’s team.
2 hours ago
First Round: Celentano-Zerbi vs. Cuccarini-Lo
Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi challenge Lorella Cuccarini and Emanuel Lo.
2 hours ago
Episode Begins
Maria De Filippi opens the second episode of the Serale phase, greeting the judges and introducing the teams.
2 hours ago
Nicolò’s Cover Skills
Nicolò is a black belt in covers.
First point for Anna pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri’s team.
2 hours ago
Anna Pettinelli and deborah lettieri Open the evening
Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri won the weekly challenge, earning the right to start the second episode of the 24th season. Maria De Filippi jokes about Anna Pettinelli’s outfit. The two teachers challenge the team led by Lorella Cuccarini and Emanuel Lo.
Talent show Recap: Performances and Challenges
Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri Open the evening
Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri won the weekly challenge, earning the opportunity to start the second episode of this twenty-fourth edition of the talent show.
First Round, First Challenge: Nicolò vs. Lukè
Lukè was the first artist to perform, singing Baila Morena,
one of Zucchero’s most famous songs. Nicolò followed with a Madonna medley, featuring Frozen
and like a Prayer.
Judge Malgioglio complimented Luke on his songwriting and Nicolò on his performance. Judge Amadeus said, Nicolò is a black belt in covers.
The first point went to Anna Pettinelli and Deborah lettieri’s team.
First Round, second Challenge: Senza Cri
Senza Cri opened the challenge with Barbra Streisand’s Woman in Love.
Raffaella, the youngest contestant, danced to Pussycat Dolls’ Jai ho!
Malgioglio called Raffaella captivating,
awarding her the point. Judge Elena D’Amario preferred the singer,but Amadeus gave the win to Senza Cri’s performance,saying,You did it very well.
The score is now tied 1-1.
Personality Challenge: Luk3 vs.Trigno
Anna Pettinelli chose to challenge Lorella Cuccarini, who accepted with Adriano celentano’s song Prisencolinensinainciusol.
Amadeus preferred Trigno’s performance. Malgioglio said, I found Trigno more brazen and with a bit more charisma.
Anna Pettinelli and Deborah lettieri’s team won the first round.
Luk3 Faces Final Elimination
After saving Francesco, the three judges were asked to decide who to send to the final ballot between Senza Cri and Luk3 from the team led by Lorella Cuccarini and Emanuel Lo. Thay chose the singer.
Luk3,Francesco,and Senza Cri in the Ballot
Maria De Filippi announced there woudl be no direct elimination for this test. Luk3 opened the test with Volevo essere un duro,
the song by Lucio Corsi that will represent Italy at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest 2025. Francesco danced to Ed Sheeran’s Perfect
in the duet version with Beyoncé. Senza Cri performed Ghali’s Cara Italia.
The judges saved Francesco.
Professors’ Challenge
the spice in you
is the theme of the challenge between Emanuel Lo, Rudy Zerbi, and the pair of Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri.
Emanuel Lo Opens the Professors’ Challenge
Emanuel Lo opened the challenge with the hit SexyBack
by Justin Timberlake. Rudy Zerbi entertained the audience with a performance of Donna Summer’s Hot Stuff.
Deborah Lettieri and Anna Pettinelli dressed up as the Spice Girls, performing WannaBe
by the girl band and geri Halliwell’s It’s Raining Men.
Professors’ Challenge Victory for Pettinelli and Lettieri
After complimenting Emanuel Lo on the groove, Elena D’Amario awarded the victory to the pair of professors. Amadeus chose Rudy Zerbi: I want to be represented by someone who, like millions of Italians, doesn’t have abs.
Cristiano Malgioglio appreciated Anna Pettinelli’s courage.
Second Round, Lettieri-Pettinelli vs. Celebrano-Zerbi
After a fast change of clothes, the professors returned to the talent show studio. The winning pair of Anna Pettinelli and Deborah lettieri decided to challenge the team of Alessandra Celentano and rudy Zerbi in this second round of the evening.
Second Round, First Challenge: Trigno vs. Antonia
Trigno opened the challenge with Little Tony’s song Cuore matto,
Antonia followed with killing me Softly with His Song.
Amadeus appreciated Trigno’s personality and charisma but awarded the point to Antonia. Cristiano malgioglio told the singer, You are very chic, you are soft.
The first point went to Rudy Zerbi and Alessandra Celentano’s team.
Second round,Second Challenge: Nicolò vs. Chiara
Nicolò took center stage to perform Mina’s song Insieme,
while Chiara performed Ti sento
in the version by Bob Sinclar & Matia Bazar. Malgioglio said of the singer, He always manages to surprise me.
Amadeus preferred the dancer, Elena D’Amario awarded the point to Nicolò. The score is now 1-1.
Maria De Filippi Scherza sull’Outfit di Anna Pettinelli
Le due insegnanti decidono di sfidare la squadra capitanata da Lorella Cuccarini ed Emanuel Lo.
Maria De Filippi ha scherzato sull’abbigliamento di Anna Pettinelli durante una recente puntata dello show. L’interazione ha visto le due insegnanti impegnate in una sfida contro la squadra guidata da Lorella Cuccarini ed Emanuel Lo.
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Talent Show Recap: Performances and Eliminations
Updated: 2025-03-29
Overview of teh Talent Show
The talent show’s third episode witnessed a series of intense performances and eliminations. The show, hosted by Maria De Filippi, featured thirteen students competing in teams led by Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi, Lorella cuccarini and Emanuel Lo, and Anna pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri. The judges for the evening were Amadeus, Cristiano Malgioglio, and Elena D’Amario. Special guests included Tananai and Barbara Foria.
Key Highlights from the Third Round
The third round showcased several highly anticipated performances. The round featured face-offs between several contestants.
- Nicolò vs. Antonia: Antonia performed “Sempre per sempre” by Francesco De Gregori, while Nicolò chose “la canzone nostra” by Blanco, Mace, and Salmo.
- Dance Challenge: Raffaella vs. Alessia: A dance challenge on the theme of passion pitted Raffaella against Alessia.Elena D’Amario favored Alessia,while Cristiano Malgioglio and Amadeus preferred Raffaella,resulting in a 1-1 tie.
- Trigno vs. Jacopo Sol: Trigno opened with “La Flaca” by Jarabe de Palo, and Jacopo Sol countered with “Quanto forte ti pensavo” by Madame. Amadeus gave the point to Jacopo Sol.
- Team Challenge: deborah Lettieri and Anna Pettinelli challenged Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi in a rematch from the second round.
Guest Appearance: Barbara Foria
comedian Barbara Foria made a guest appearance, entering to “Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé and Jay-Z. She joked about feeling like Beyoncé and discussed life’s challenges.
elimination Round Details
After deciding to save Alessia, the judges sent chiamamifaro to the final elimination, where she faced Luk3, who was previously eliminated in the first round.
Initial Elimination Candidates
Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri nominated Alessia, Chiara, and Chiamamifaro for elimination. The judges ultimately saved Alessia.
Second Round Highlights
The second round saw some memorable performances and intense competition.
- Francesca vs. Chiamamifaro: Chiamamifaro sang “Iris” by the Goo Goo Dolls,while Francesca danced to “Carmen.” Malgioglio favored Francesca.
- Nicolò vs. Chiara: Nicolò performed “Insieme” by Mina,and Chiara danced to “Ti sento” in the Bob Sinclar & Matia Bazar version. Amadeus favored Chiara.
- Trigno vs. Antonia: Trigno sang “Cuore matto” by Little Tony,and Antonia followed with “killing Me Softly with His Song.” Amadeus gave the point to Antonia.
- Team Challenge: Anna Pettinelli and Deborah Lettieri challenged Alessandra Celentano and Rudy Zerbi in the second round.
Professors’ Challenge
The professors faced off with the theme “The spice within you.”
- Emanuel Lo opened with Justin Timberlake’s “SexyBack.”
- Rudy Zerbi performed ”Hot Stuff” by Donna Summer.
- Deborah Lettieri and Anna pettinelli dressed as the Spice Girls, performing “WannaBe” and Geri Halliwell’s ”It’s Raining Men.”
First Round and Elimination
Luk3 faced final elimination after the first round.
Elimination candidates
- Luk3 sang Lucio Corsi’s “Volevo essere un duro”.
- Francesco danced to Ed Sheeran’s “Perfect” with Beyoncé.
- Senza Cri sang Ghali’s “Cara Italia.”
the judges saved Francesco.
Performance Summary Table
| Contestant | Performance | Song/Dance | Judges’ Comments | Round Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonia | Singing | “Sempre per sempre” | N/A | Won against Nicolò |
| Alessia | Dance | Passion themed dance | Praised by judges, receiving a tie score | Tie with Raffaella |
| Jacopo Sol | Singing | “Quanto forte ti pensavo” | Amadeus gave the point to Jacopo Sol. | Won against Trigno |