The sixth season of ''
Objetivo Fama
''Objetivo Fama'' (sometimes abbreviated as ''OF'', Spanish for ''Target: Fame'') is a Puerto Rican singing talent contest that aired for over six years on WLII, the Univision outlet in Puerto Rico; and on Telefutura in the mainland United State ...
'' ran from February to May 2009. The season featured a panel of judges that included returning judges Roberto Sueiro and Hilda Ramos, and newcomer judge, singer Abraham. He replaced
Fernando Allende
Luis Fernando Allende Arenas (born November 10, 1952) is a Mexican singer, actor, painter, film producer, and film director.
Early life
Allende was born in Mexico. His father is Mexican, and his mother is from Cuba. Allende's grandfather on his f ...
. At that time, it was the final season, being dubbed as ''Objetivo Fama: La Despedida''. It was hosted by
Puerto Rican singer
Gisselle
Gisselle Ortiz Cáceres, known simply as Gisselle (born March 28, 1969 in New York City, U.S.) is an American Merengue singer of Puerto Rican descent.
Biography
Musical career
Gisselle was born in New York City to Puerto Rican parents. She ...
.
In 2019, producer Soraya Sanchez announced that a new season of the show would be produced for 2020 to mainly feature
Urbano music
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,
Reggaeton
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It has evolved from dancehall and has been influenced by American Hip hop m ...
and
Trap
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* ''Trap'' (2015 film), Fil ...
.
Auditions
Auditions were held in several towns and cities of
Puerto Rico
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.
Final Cutdown
Out of each audition, a group of 16 contestants were selected. Like the first season, this featured only Puerto Rican contestants.
The 16 selected contestants were:
* Age was taken at the beginning of the contest (2009)
Weekly Shows
Quarter-Finals
First Show: February 7
The songs performed during the first show were:
*The two contestants threatened that night were Jose Anibal and Jorge
*The show featured a special presentation from host
Giselle
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,
Circo,
Limi-T 21
Limi-T 21 (sometimes spelled as Limi-T XXI) is a popular merengue music, merengue group from Puerto Rico. The group was formed in 1990.
The group consists of three members: Angel Ramiro Matos, Javier Bermúdez, and Elvin F. Torres Serrant. They re ...
and
Angel & Khriz
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.
*Judith was praised as the best of the night, because of her strong vocals and magnificent stage presence.
*Hannani was commented on her strong vocals.
*Tannia and Victor were commented on doing a good job also
Second Show: February 14
The songs performed during the second show were:
*Jorge was chosen to leave the competition
*The two contestants threatened that night were Leidy D. and Andres
*The show featured a special presentation from
Miguelito.
*Jose Ruben and Fabian were praised as the best of the night.
Third Show: February 21
The songs performed during the third show were:
*Leidy D. was chosen to leave the competition
*The two contestants threatened that night were Jose Anibal and Andres. Jose Anibal was threatened as a punishment for violating the rules on the studio-house.
*The show featured a special presentation from
Arcangel
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.
*Jose Anibal, Marko and Saul were praised as the best of the night.
Fourth Show: February 28
The songs performed during the fourth show were:
*Andres was chosen to leave the competition.
*The three contestants threatened that night were Tania, Victor and Hecmarie.
*The show featured a special presentation from
La Secta Allstar
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.
*Jose Anibal, Fabian and Hannani were praised as the best of the night. Urayoan was also praised.
Fifth Show: March 7
The songs performed during the fifth show were:
*Tania was chosen to leave the competition.
*The three contestants threatened that night were Amesis, Saul and Urayoan.
*The show featured a special presentation from
R.K.M & Ken-Y &
MJ.
*Jose Ruben and Victor were the best of the night.
Sixth Show: March 14
The songs performed during the sixth show were:
*Saul was chosen to leave the competition.
*The three contestants threatened that night were Marko, Zugeil and Hecmarie.
*The show featured a special presentation from
Fanny Lú
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, who also served as judge.
Jerry Rivera
Jerry Rivera (born Gerardo Rivera Rodríguez on July 31, 1973) is a Puerto Rican salsa singer and songwriter.
Early years
Rivera was born in Humacao, a town located on the eastern coast of Puerto Rico. He moved with his family to Levittown in ...
performed with Fabian his song Vuela Alto.
*Fabian and Hannani were praised as the best of the night. Jose Anibal, Urayoan and Victor were also praised.
Semi-Finals
Seventh Show: March 21
The songs performed during the seventh show were:
*Zugeil was chosen to leave the competition.
*The show featured a special presentation from
Yolandita Monge
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. Franco El Gorila and Jayco opened the show with the contestants.
*Fabian and Marko were praised as the best of the night. Jose Ruben was also praised.
Eight Show: March 28
The songs performed during the eight show were:
*Urayoan was chosen to leave the competition.
*The show featured a special presentation from
Amaia Montero.
Elvis Crespo
Elvis Crespo Díaz (born July 30, 1971) is an Puerto Rican singer and songwriter of the Merengue genre. He has won multiple awards, including a Grammy and a Latin Grammy Award in merengue.
Early years
Crespo was born in New York City and was na ...
opened the show.
*Hannani was praised as the best of the night. Amesis was also praised.
Ninth Show: April 4
The songs performed during the ninth show were:
*Judith was chosen to leave the competition.
*The show featured a special presentation from
La Quinta Estación
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.
*Hannani and Fabian were praised as the best of the night. Victor and José Rubén were also praised.
Tenth Show: April 11
The songs performed during the tenth show were:
*Amesis was chosen to leave the competition.
*The show featured a special presentation from
Tercer Cielo
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. The show was opened by gospel singer and judge Abraham and his wife Bethliza.
*Jose Ruben was praised as the best of the night. Fabian was also praised.
Eleventh Show: April 18
The songs performed during the eleventh show were:
*Hecmarie was chosen to leave the competition.
*The show featured a special presentation from
Yomo
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...
&
Pablo Montero
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, who sang with Hannani his song Hay Otra En Tu Lugar. The show was opened by
Gilberto Santa Rosa
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and
Víctor Manuelle
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.
*Jose Ruben & Hannani were praised as the best of the night.
Twelfth Show: April 26
The songs performed during the eleventh show were:
*Victor was chosen to leave the competition.
*The show featured a special presentation from
and
Alex Ubago
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. The show was opened by
Melina León
Melina León (born 12 July 1973 as Yamillette Aponte Yunqué in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico) is a Puerto Rican merengue singer and actress. From an early age she performed with several groups including ''The Rubi'', ''Girls of Puerto Rico'' and '' ...
.
*Jose Ruben, Hannani and Fabian were praised as the best of the night.
Thirteen Show: May 2
The songs performed during the eleventh show were:
*Marko was chosen to leave the competition.
*The show was opened by
Tito El Bambino
Efraín David Fines Nevares (born October 5, 1981) known professionally as Tito "El Bambino" is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter who rose to fame as part of the duo Héctor & Tito.
In 2010, his song, " El Amor", written with Joan Ortiz Esp ...
. Jose Ruben sang with Season 4 contestant, Ivan Lopez, his
José José
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's cover "Si Me Dejas Ahora". Marko sang with Season 5 contestant, Jonathan Rios,
Kalimba
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's hit "No Me Quiero Enamorar". Hannani sang with Season 3 contestant,
Mary Ann Acevedo
Mary Ann Acevedo Rivera (; born June 23, 1987), better known as Mary Ann, is a Puerto Rican people, Puerto Rican singer and songwriter. She is known for being a contestant on the Objetivo Fama (Third Season), third season of ''Objetivo Fama'' (2 ...
, her song "
Mírame". Fabian sang with Season 4 contestant, Victor Santiago, his new single "No Es Cierto". Jose Anibal sang with Season 1 contestant, Sheila Romero, her new single "Créelo"
*According to the judges all the performances failed to impress them and the public
Fourteenth Show: May 9
The songs performed during the eleventh show were:
*Jose Anibal was chosen to leave the competition
*The show featured a special presentation from
Chenoa
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. She also served as the extra judge for the night
References
External links
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