Overview

• Rai1 launched the 15th edition in prime time on Friday, 26 September, broadcasting live from Rome’s Fabrizio Frizzi studios with Carlo Conti hosting.
• The debut topped the night with 2,783,000 viewers and a 19.3% share, according to reported figures.
• Tony Maiello won the first episode after impersonating Sal Da Vinci, taking the initial lead in the seven-episode run.
• Flavio Insinna returned to Rai as part of a fixed pair with Gabriele Cirilli, drew a standing ovation, and performed as Lucio Corsi alongside Cirilli’s Luciano Pavarotti.
• The season introduces two permanent pairs judged as single competitors, maintains seven weekly winners before a final champion, and incorporates audience like bonuses in addition to the judges’ scores.