Bad Choices: When to Trust Your Gut

Dammarie-les-Lys,February 4,2026

‘Star academy’ Contestant Victor Reflects on Elimination,Strategic Regret

Victor was eliminated from “Star Academy†during the semi-final round on Saturday,January 31,but the aspiring pop star is already looking back on a pivotal moment that could have altered his path to the finale.

• Victor was eliminated from “Star Academy†in the semi-finals against Ambre.
• He believes a different strategic choice during a challenge could have changed his trajectory.
• Victor fondly remembers his final weeks at the Dammarie-les-Lys castle.
• The contestant expressed admiration for choreographer Léo Walk during his last week.

For Victor, his journey on Star Academy has come to an end. The young performer was eliminated during the semi-final competition against Ambre on Saturday,January 31,following a show described as rich in surprises and emotion. The competition ultimately saw Ambre advance to the final, a decision Victor acknowledged with grace.

Victor’s Strategic Second Thoughts

Victor, who dreams of a career as a pop star, entered the castle of Dammarie-les-Lys hoping to realize that ambition. He quickly made an impression, winning the first immunity of season 13 and consistently ranking among the top three performers. Though,a strategic decision made by a fellow contestant now has him wondering “what if?â€

Strategic Choices Matter-The semi-final challenge allowed a contestant to select their opponent,a decision Victor believes impacted his outcome.

A few weeks prior, with five contestants remaining — Ambre, Sarah, Bastiaan, Léa, and Victor — a challenge offered the winner the power to choose their opponent for the semi-final. Sarah emerged victorious and, following Bastiaan’s elimination, opted to pair with Ambre. Victor admits he would have made a different choice: “I think I would have made the opposite of Sarah’s choice.†Despite this, he found a silver lining. “I would have liked to come earlier so I could rest faster, but I was still aligned with his choice. Spending another week at the castle allowed me to meet more people with incredible artists.â€

The final week at Dammarie-les-Lys proved especially memorable for Victor, as he had the opportunity to meet choreographer Léo Walk. “oh my God… I fell in love,†he confessed. “He’s so lovely.†Walk was joined by Mr. Pokora and Vincent Dedienne as part of the evaluation jury.

A Season to Remember

Victor’s time on Star Academy season 13 was marked by strong performances and a connection with the audience. He was frequently saved by public votes, though he wasn’t entirely surprised when the public chose to send Ambre to the final. “By arriving this far, we suspect that there is an audience behind us, but we also know that it is indeed a close game. Amber is amazing,†he said.

Audience Support is Key-victor frequently benefited from public votes, highlighting the importance of fan engagement on reality competition shows.

What was Victor’s initial reaction to being eliminated? He expressed no surprise, acknowledging the strength of his competitor, ambre, and the competitive nature of the show.