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Viewers Crown TJ Salta on Star Search
18 Feb
Summary
- TJ Salta won the Star Search finale.
- Viewers determined the winner through voting.
- The grand prize included $500,000 and fame.
TJ Salta was named the winner of the "Star Search" reboot during its finale on Tuesday, Feb. 17. This momentous decision was made entirely by home viewers, with their votes accounting for 100% of the outcome.
Salta's victory secures him the title and a grand prize of $500,000, along with the promise of widespread recognition. The competition featured a diverse range of finalists, including variety groups like Duo Vespertilio, music acts such as Steven "Spud" Howard and H3rizon, and comedy performer Janine Harouni.
The finale involved head-to-head matchups where viewers cast votes on a five-star scale. The top four performers advanced to a final multiple-choice vote, which ultimately crowned TJ Salta as the champion. This season concluded five weeks of live broadcasts that began on Jan. 20.
The series, produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment, revives the spirit of the original "Star Search." The iconic 1983-1995 show helped launch the careers of numerous stars, including Beyoncé, Christina Aguilera, and Dave Chappelle.
