Star Academy: Noémie Wins Immunity in Top 3 Battle
Noémie secured immunity from future nominations during the fourth prime of Star Academy 2026 on TF1, outperforming Mélina and Kylian in a three-way vocal battle on Céline Dion’s “Je ne vous oublie pas,” as reported by programme-tv.net.
The Top Three Battle for Immunity
The competition at the Dammarie-les-Lys castle narrowed down its top tier during the weekly evaluations assessed by director Mosimann and the teaching faculty. Mélina, Noémie, and Kylian emerged as the top three students of the week, earning a spot in the prime-time battle on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Each candidate performed “Je ne vous oublie pas” before the professors on stage to secure safety from the following week’s nominations.
According to Voici, the faculty delivered a unanimous verdict in favor of Noémie. Theatre instructor Papy praised her “for the sweetness,” staging coach Lydia Bouchard commended her “for the accuracy and nuance,” director Mosimann highlighted “for the emotion,” vocal coach Sofia Morgavi noted “for the accuracy and the beauty of the timbre,” and dance instructor Jonathan Jenvrin declared it “a flawless performance for Noémie.” With five supporting votes, Noémie gained immunity and earned the right to open the upcoming fifth prime.
Schedule Shift for the Fifth Prime
The fifth installment of the 14th season will broadcast on Friday, November 6, 2026, at 21:10, shifting away from the show’s traditional Saturday slot, programme-tv.net reported. TF1 adjusted its weekend schedule to broadcast the France versus Fiji rugby match taking place on November 7 as part of the 2026 Nations Championship. The upcoming Friday broadcast will feature another candidate elimination alongside guest artists performing alongside the remaining students.
Halloween Broadcast Features Guest Performers and Potential Eliminations
The October 31 broadcast incorporated Halloween themes alongside guest performances from Claudio Capéo, Teddybear, Sheryfa Luna, and Marguerite, according to Sudinfo. Nominated candidates Maud, Ydriss, and Antoine faced potential elimination during the evening. Meanwhile, Isabella executed an opening performance replicating Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” choreography, marking her second opening slot in recent weeks following an immunity win in the previous prime.
The 14th season launched on October 10, 2026, following departures that included Khalil and the competition’s first elimination of Elija on October 24, 2026, as detailed by Voici. Students continue preparations under faculty members Lydia Bouchard, Sofia Morgavi, Jonathan Jenvrin, Papy, and Ladji Doucouré as the remaining field competes to avoid elimination.