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Ballando con le Stelle: Monica Guerritore wins second episode
The second episode of the Rai1 dance competition ‘Ballando con le Stelle’ has concluded with Monica Guerritore and Luca Urso taking first place with 65 points. Ornella Muti and Pasquale La Rocca followed in second with 61 points, while Alessandro Matri and Giada Lini secured third place with 56 points. No contestants were eliminated during this episode.
The season has seen significant developments, including a move to new studios in Saxa Rubra and a record-breaking debut attracting approximately 3.5 million viewers. Host Milly Carlucci has urged caution regarding the high viewership, noting that the production must remain grounded despite the success.
Controversies have emerged regarding the new judging panel, which includes Barbara D'Urso and Alberto Matano. Journalist Riccardo Bocca criticized D'Urso's contribution, prompting Carlucci to defend the jury, stating that new members need time to find their rhythm. Additionally, tensions regarding perceived jealousy between judges and contestants have surfaced during live broadcasts.
Entities
Ballando con le Stelle · Barbara D'Urso · Barbara d’Urso · Bruno Vespa · Eugenio Finardi · Guillermo Mariotto · Milly Carlucci · Monica Guerritore · Ornella Muti · Rai · Rai 1 · Rai1
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The program has moved to the Rai studios in Saxa Rubra, specifically to a new studio named after Pippo Baudo.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The debut of 'Ballando con le Stelle' reached approximately 3.5 million viewers, the best result in 14 years.