At Gala 0 of the long-awaited edition of ‘OT 2023’, a young talent from the same town where the iconic Rosa López was born has emerged as the undisputed sensation of the night. At only 20 years old, Paul, an Audiovisual Communication student, confessed his devotion to the program since he was a child, and in this edition he has left an indelible impression.
Originally from Granada, the same town that hosted the winner of the first season of ‘Operación Triunfo’, Rosa López, Paul carries with him the weight of local expectations and has turned it into a drive to stand out in the music scene. His connection with the musical talent show is undeniable, and his presentation at Gala 0 demonstrated that he not only shares the origin with Rosa, but also an innate talent that places him as a serious competitor in the contest.
On a night where the overall level of casting was high, Paul stood out in an extraordinary way performing Way Down We Go by Kaleo. The audience, as well as comments on social media, expressed amazement and admiration. Comments like “Excuse me? Can you go straight to the finals?” and “Wow! Paul direct pass” flooded digital platforms, evidencing the immediate impact of his performance.
Paul’s charisma, combined with his vocal ability and stage attitude, has generated a wave of praise that goes beyond the initial surprise. Fans expressed their admiration with comments such as “I have fallen in love with Paul, what a voice and what an attitude” and “Can they give the winner’s prize to Paul now? What a level!”.
The director of the Academy, Noemí Galera, could not overlook Paul’s undeniable talent and awarded him one of the precious direct passes, ensuring him a place among the 16 official contestants of ‘Operación Triunfo 2023’. With an impressive performance and passionate response from the audience, Paul has become a name that resonates strongly in the competition, promising to deliver exciting and memorable moments in the upcoming stages of the show.
The question remains in the air: Are we facing the undisputed winner of ‘Operación Triunfo 2023’? Only time will tell, but for now, Paul has made it clear that his presence on stage will be remembered as one of the standout performances of this edition.