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Barbara D'Urso joins 'Ballando con le Stelle' judging panel

Barbara D'Urso has confirmed her return to Italian television as a judge for the upcoming season of Rai 1's 'Ballando con le Stelle'. Making the announcement via her new YouTube channel, D'Urso addressed months of speculation regarding her role, compensation, and lifestyle demands.

She clarified that while she accepted the proposal from Milly Carlucci and producer Giancarlo De Andreis in July, the formal contract from Rai was only finalized in mid-September. D'Urso explicitly denied rumors of demanding a luxury hotel or an excessive salary, stating she will stay at her usual accommodation and has accepted the standard offer provided by the network.

She replaces Selvaggia Lucarelli on the judging panel. The new jury will also include Alberto Matano, alongside veterans Ivan Zazzaroni, Carolyn Smith, and Guillermo Mariotto. The new season is scheduled to debut on Saturday, October 3.

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Alberto Matano · Ballando con le Stelle · Barbara D'Urso · Milly Carlucci · Rai · Selvaggia Lucarelli

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