David Archuleta
I Wanna Go Back to the Stars
… Talks Variety Show Reboot
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Former “American Idol” star David Archuleta may be going back to the stars … “Star Search,” that is, because he tells TMZ he’s super curious about the upcoming reboot.
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Here’s the deal … the talent variety show “Star Search,” which aired from the ’80s through the early 2000s, is making a comeback on Netflix with a reboot that will be hosted by Anthony Anderson premiering early next year.
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David told TMZ reporter Charlie Neff he’s stoked to see how the show will be different — and yet retain its original magic — from when he competed on it at age 12 in 2003.
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The “Crush” singer tells us … appearing and winning the title of Junior Vocal Champion was an important milestone in his career and helped prepare him for when he took a run on “American Idol,” where he nabbed 2nd place, losing to winner David Cook in 2008.
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David — who is gearing up for his “ target=”_blank”>My Only Wish” Christmas tour — is not only excited to see the reboot … he also tells us he would love to participate as a judge, helping to shape the lives of up-and-coming musicians.
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As for Anthony Anderson as the new host, David tells us he’s a perfect choice … but still, Anthony has huge shoes to fill … because Ed McMahon and Arsenio Hall are obviously legends.
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It will be interesting to see the next generation of stars rising from the reboot … since the original introduced us to A-listers such as Beyonce, Britney Spears, Dave Chappelle and Justin Timberlake.
