Overview
- Actress Nicole Belstler-Boettcher criticized Ofarim ahead of the show, calling his earlier false allegation “ganz übel” and a “No-Go.”
- Viewers on social media urged his exclusion or pledged to boycott, while RTL defended the decision and said it plans with him in the lineup.
- RTL indicated it does not expect problems with Australian entry for Ofarim based on current assessments.
- Ofarim previously admitted in court that his 2021 accusation was fabricated, with the case closed in 2023 after a €10,000 payment, and media reports noted no criminal-record entry.
- The singer said he has changed and aims to be authentic in the camp, with the new season set to begin on January 23.