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Popstars returns to television after 25-year hiatus
The music reality competition “Popstars” is returning to television after 25 years. The new edition, which premiered on Monday, August 24, 2026, aims to discover the next major Argentine pop group.
Hosted by Nico Vázquez, the program features a judging panel composed of Nicki Nicole, Ángela Torres, and Mexican producer Charlie García. The production also includes Martín Cirio in a “spiritual coach” role and a digital react segment featuring influencers Sofía Gonet, Juli Poggio, and Valen Rizzuti.
The show is broadcast on Telefe and is available via Disney+ in Latin America. Approximately 15,000 people applied online for the new season, with 3,000 advancing to the next stages. The format is also expanding to Uruguayan television via Teledoce.
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Charlie García · Nicki Nicole · Nico Vázquez · Popstars · Telefe · Ángela Torres
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The format will be broadcast in Uruguay via Teledoce. nacion.com.uy
- [● 2 SOURCES] Nico Vázquez will serve as the host of the new season. nacion.com.uy · www.canal13sanjuan.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The program will be available live on Disney+ in Latin America. www.canal13sanjuan.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The judging panel includes Nicki Nicole, Ángela Torres, and Charlie García. www.revistagente.com · nacion.com.uy · www.canal13sanjuan.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The show premieres on Monday, August 24 at 21:30. www.canal13sanjuan.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The musical reality show Popstars is returning to television. www.revistagente.com · nacion.com.uy · www.canal13sanjuan.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Martín Cirio will participate as a spiritual coach. www.canal13sanjuan.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 15,000 people applied for the competition online. www.canal13sanjuan.com