Overview

• Fan-favorite Marie Mouroum was eliminated in the quarterfinal despite high scores, as audience votes ultimately decided her fate.
• Jury head Joachim Llambi reaffirmed that viewer votes serve as the tie-breaker in cases of equal scores, sparking renewed focus on the voting system.
• Professional dancer Malika Dzumaev confirmed she will miss the May 23 finale due to a cervical disc herniation, opting for conservative therapy over surgery.
• SelfieSandra, Taliso Engel, Diego Pooth, and Fabian Hambüchen are the remaining contestants vying for the Dancing Star 2025 title as the semifinal approaches.
• The semifinal will feature two individual dances and an improvised round, with the final three contestants determined by their performances.