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Netflix Announces Live 'Star Search' Reboot with Audience Voting

The iconic talent competition will stream twice weekly, featuring music, dance, comedy, and kids' categories, with casting now open.

Ed McMahon was the host of the original Star Search in the 1980s and early 1990s.
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Overview

  • Netflix revealed the revival of 'Star Search' during its May 14 Upfront presentation, marking the show's return as a live, interactive competition series.
  • The reboot will spotlight performers across four categories: music, dance, variety/comedy, and kids, with viewers voting to advance contestants.
  • Produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment, the series will feature Jason Raff, a veteran of 'America's Got Talent,' as showrunner.
  • Casting applications are now open at StarSearchLiveCasting.com, though the host, judges, and premiere date are yet to be announced.
  • 'Star Search' originally aired from 1983 to 1995 and launched the careers of stars like Beyoncé, Justin Timberlake, and Christina Aguilera.