Dancing With The Stars 8 Week 7 Results : LT is Back On The Golf Course

Tonight at Dancing With The Stars Season 8, another couple will be voted off and 6 professional dancers will compete on a guaranteed spot as pro partner of a star next season. Who do you think will go home tonight? And let’s watch who’s the pro that is worthy to be a star partner on season 9.

First up, Natasha Bedingfield performed her new hit “Soulmate” from her album Pocketful of Sunshine accompanied by pro dancers, Dmitry Chaplin and Lacey Schwimmer. The perfromance was great.

After that, another performance by the cast of the international dance sensation Burn the Floor danced an original number by world champion Ballroom dancer and Burn the Floor creator and choreographer Jason Gilkison. Burn the Floor has thrilled audiences in more than 30 countries worldwide, taking audiences on a toe-tapping journey through the passion and history of Ballroom dance. They are currently performing at San Francisco’s Post St. Theatre and will close on April 26, 2009.

The first three couples who are safe were announce and they were Chuck and Julianne, Melissa and Tony; and Shawn and Mark.

Then Tom and Samantha announced another competition within the show. Half a dozen professional dancers will compete to become the new addition to the shows professional trainer to the star next season. This week the six professionals paired into three couples and competed in the first round with their chosen style of dance, either Latin or Ballroom. One couple (two professional dancers) will be eliminated based on viewer votes.

The first couple who performed for the pro competition were Brent and Afton. They danced the Cha Cha Cha. Well, Afton obviously outshine her partner. Len commented that the Cha Cha Cha was crisp and clear and Afton showed more drama. Bruno said that Afton was very sharp and Brent brings new blood. Carrie Ann said that Brent has a great TV presence and Afton is beautiful to watch.
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Dancing With The Stars Season 8 April 20, 2009

More surprises on Dancing With the Stars Season 8 tonight. The contestants not only had to perform their own couple dance, but they also had to dance in a group routine which will be scored by the viewers only. The dressed of pro dancers tonight were designed by their star partners. The stars danced a variety of styles of dance hoping to stay in the running by winning both the judges and viewers votes tonight.

Melissa needs to be a maneater, but doesn’t know how to. What does Tony do? Take her to Wisteria Lane, naturally! Synergy! Too bad Edie’s dead. They meet up with Teri Hatcher… who is a really a great actress, Melissa says. No comment. Costume-wise, Melissa clearly concentrated more on herself than she did on Tony. What’s with the red line on the stockings? Is that where we’re supposed to peel? It looks like one of those perforated lines on packaged gum.

Anyway, this song is giving me a sonic headache, but it doesn’t seem to be affecting them. Melissa’s legs look awesome, red line and all, with its sharp and acute lines. I don’t really feel the maneater-ness, just like how I didn’t feel any chemistry in their rumba last week. It’s a good performance, but not a great one. Len loves the lifts, but saw a blunder. Bruno calls it the revenge of the maneater. Carrie Ann calls it by far the best Argentine tango she’s ever seen. Uh, what?!? Do the names Gilles and Cheryl mean anything to you? How soon we forget. They scored 29 out of 30.

Next Lawrence and Edyta were up with a Waltz. Edyta thought that it would be difficult for Lawrence to be graceful because he is such a big guy. Lawrence said he was getting his smooth on. What Lawrence lacks in technique he makes up with his beautiful personality. Lovely routine.

Bruno said that Lawrence definitely got his smooth on. Carrie Ann said that she saw more freedom in his movement and he looked like he was enjoying the dance. She also complimented him on the dress that he designed for Edyta. Len said that overall he was shocked at how well Lawrence performed the dance and it was unfortunate that the dress got caught on Edyta’s head. They scored 21 out of 30.
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Dancing With The Stars Pairs Dance The Rumba and Jive

Jive and Rumba are the dances for tonight on Dancing With The Stars Season 8. The competition is halfway through with only 8 pairs remaining. The couples are going to get a beat down tonight. Who will be on the leader board and who will be down? Watch out here!

First on the dance floor will be Ty and Chelsie. Being the first one to perform the Jive this week didn’t work to Ty’s advantage. Despite giving his all, his performance was unsatisfactory as he was off beat most of the time.

Len said that Ty is charming and is bewildered as to what he is doing here. He gives 100%, but unfortunately his dancing wasn’t that good. Bruno said the line dancing was good, and then the Jive started. Carrie Ann said that the dancing was exciting, but unfortunately Ty shows how some dances are better suited for each competitor and this dance wasn’t for him. The judges gave Ty and Chelsie triple 6’s an 18 out of 30.

Next would be Shawn and Mark or Team Shark. Shawn was terrified of the rumba given the sensuality of the dance. But the youngest competitor in the history of the show gave a very age-appropriate routine, earning the first standing ovation of the evening.

Bruno said that the dance was so beautifully pure it was almost angelic. Carrie Ann said that she thinks innocence is a beautiful thing and she could see the discomfort in her eyes a little bit. Len said that the Rumba is a bit like a fire and sometimes it is a bit too hot and they got it just right. The judges gave them 8, 8 and 9 a 26 out of 30.
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Dancing With The Stars Season 8 - Gilles Is HOT!

After last week’s double elimination on Dancing With The Stars Season 8, nine celebrities remain. And last night they dance the romantic Viennese Waltz or the dramatic dance of the bullfight, the Pasadoble. Tom Bergeron asked us whose Viennese Waltz will put the competition in a spin and whose Pasadoble will blow us away.

First to perform were real life lovers Chuck and Julianne. Chuck said he was finally going to let his guard down and go for it as he dances the Viennese Waltz. He really did let his guard down and Chuck and Julianne looked amazing as they glided across the dance floor. He bent down on one knee at the end and I thought he may propose…nope!

Len said finally Chuck you have come out of hibernation. Bruno said that Chuck is emerging from the shadows and was really performing. Carrie Ann said that she was going to disagree with these guys and tonight she said that Chuck lost his focus and was not confident. The judges scores for Chuck and Julianne were 7, 8, 8 a score of 23.

Lawrence Taylor is really ready to go home. If nothing else, he has dispelled the myth that all football players can dance. He walked/stomped his way through the Paso Doble with partner Edyta Sliwinska. While the judges commented on his intensity of persona, Carrie Ann was unimpressed by his limited range of motion.

Shawn Johnson displayed great musicality in a Viennese Waltz that was lyrical and simplistic in its design. Partner Mark Ballas choreographed a routine that showed the judges Shawn has the poise and elegance necessary to carry her to the finals. Leaving her gymnastic Lindy Hop in the distant memories of the judges and fans, Shawn landed near the top of leader board this week.
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2nd Elimination Night Dancing With The Stars - Goodbye To Maks & Denise

Its the second elimination night for Dancing With The Stars. Tonight DWTS will going to showcase 2 award winning musical entities and of course no other that DWTS alumnae herself Cloris Leachman and her pro partner Corky Ballas.

Who are the two pairs who will battle in the showdown tonight? And who will be eliminated?

Samantha Harris explained before the show begun that next week two pairs will be eliminated with the double elimination round. And here comes the reality part..

The first four couples who were called out on the safe zone where Melissa Rycroft and Tony, Gilles Marini and Cheryl, Shawn Johnson and Mark and last (and a surprise one) Steve Wozniak and Karina!

Then another four pairs were called out to dance another week for Dancing With The Stars and they were Lawrence Taylor and Edyta, Davil and Kym, Chuck Wicks and Julianne and Lil Kim and Derek.

Only four other couples remain on the spotlight. Let’s see who will be safe and who’s not after this amazing performance!

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Three Pairs Top Dancing With The Stars Week Three!

Its week 3 of Dancing With The Stars and the contestants all have the same time to practice makes them on equal footing.

I am very excited to see the contestants and their partners tonight!

The first to grace the dance floor tonight on Dancing With The Stars were Denise and Maksim. They danced the Samba. Maksim thought that Denise was being too serious, so he dressed up in a hot pink samba outfit to get her mind off the steps. Great effort for Maks. Their routine was still too stiff and Denise look like she was scared to dance.

Len commented that the samba is the hardest of all the Latin dances and he thought that Denise needed more hips and flare.

Bruno said that the dance was so flat and full of holes, it was more like a waffle than a samba.

Carrie Ann told Denise that she shows all of her emotion in her face and she looked terrified. She also told Denise to work on her arms movements.

The judges gave them scores of 5, 6 and 5 a 16 out of 30.

Then real life partner Chuck and Julianne came out on the dancefloor. This week they are stepping up their game with the foxtrot and Chuck hopes to break out of Julianne’s shadow. Their dance was fantastic. Bruno said he was happy to say Chuck was in the driving seat tonight and wasn’t chasing Julianne all over the place, but leading her. Carrie Ann said that she thinks someone is showing that they can be a contender. Len said that it is hard to teach your partner anything and he thought the hold and posture was good, but not great yet. (more…)

Dancing With The Stars ‘09 - 2nd Performance Night

Dancing with The Stars 2009 premiere had kicked off last week on ABC.

This week the show had its 2nd performance night and 1st elimination night. I’m going to tell you about the show’s 2nd week of performance and their 1st elimination round last night. So gear up your seats and be ready to be filled up with info!

The first to perform where Playboy star Holly and her pro partner Dmitry. They were dancing the quickstep tonight. One week sure made alot of difference for Holly. She was very light on her feet and the choreography was cute! Len said that the quickstep is a very difficult dance. Holly’s posture was lacking and her bosum sticks out too much. Bruno said that Holly has to keep up with her partner.

Carrie Ann said that Holly was like a doll being dragged across the floor and had to work on being an equal partner with Dmitry. The couple’s scores were 6, 6, 6 an 18 out of 30 their total with last week’s scores is 32 out of 60.

Second couple to perform were funny man David and his pro partner Kym. David asked for a harder routine, so Kym gave it to him. They were dancing the salsa. The dance was more technically difficult, but still fun. Bruno said that his character was right, his hip action was poor and his timing was off. Carrie Ann said that they were lacking from being driven by the musicality. Len said that the salsa is a true performance dance, and although he performed it there was far too much of Kym and not enough of David. Their scores tonight were 6, 5 and 6 a total of 17 and an overall total of 36 out of 60.

Then red hot mama Denise grace the floor with her partner Maksy-poo. Maks told Denise that the judges were wanting Denise to bring it tonight and she was prepared to do so. They danced the quickstep tonight. She had a few mis-steps here and there, but her performance was so much better than last week. The jitters seem to be gone. Carrie Ann said that Denise had performed much better and for the most part was really great. Len said that there was a great improvement from last week except one moment where they lost a bit of synchronicity. Bruno said aside from a bit of a stumble, she did very well. The judges gave them 7, 7 and 7 a score of 21. With their scores from last week they now had a total of 39 out of 60. (more…)

Dancing With The Stars Season 8 Promo Photos

Chuck Wicks and Julianne Hough

Last week, ABC has revealed the season 8 cast of Dancing With The Stars and last night they presented the promo pictures of the 13 pairs. Check out their photos here! Who’s the hunkiest and gorgeous of them all?

The highlights: Lil’ Kim, looking fuh-ierce in a barely-there sequined number, vamping it up with pro partner Derek Hough. Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak wearing a pink button-down that matches partner Karina Smirnoff’s fluffy cotton candy-colored outfit. And Jackass prankster Steve-O cleaned up (and wearing clothes!) next to partner Lacey Schwimmer.

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Dancing With The Stars Season 8 Casts

The season eight casts of Dancing with the Stars was bit by bit revealed during commercial breaks in between ABC’s Sunday night prime time lineup. The contestants names were dropped when Extreme Makeover: Home Edition started, and continued throughout the telecasts of Desperate Housewives and Brothers & Sisters.

For the first time on the show, a celebrity couple — singer Jewel and her husband, rodeo star Ty Murray — will compete against each other. Another twist is a real life couple will compete on DWTS together and that would be Dancing champ-turned-country-singer Julianne Hough and her boyfriend, country singer Chuck Wicks.

Real-life professional couple Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff, who got engaged last December, will compete against each other with their respective celebrity partners.
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Dancing With The Stars Season 7 Finale

The Finals of Dancing With The Stars Season 7 had finally arrived! Who will get the mirror ball? Last night’s guests includes Miley Cyrus, Alicia Keys and all the contestants of season 7 returned to show off their best routines.

As the show starts host, Tom Bergeron went searching for the box office entertainment queen of DWTS season 7, Cloris Leachman and eventually found her inside a box. She became the DWTS correspondent for “Man On the Streets’ asking for the people’s opinion on who are they going to vote and why. Her natural way to make people laugh is a very exciting thing to follow.

Then Jeffrey Ross - one of the casualties this season conducted a controversial and laughable roast for the three finalists. Finally, he said to them, “Compared to me, you are all winners”.

Then Alicia Keys grace the stage with her song “I Need You” from her multi platinum album “As I am”. Then all the contestants performed a special number tonight composing of their best routines throughout the season.

Next, the judges give their opinions for the 3 finalists. They said that Lance is the risk taker of the group. This is because you will be surprise with each of his performances making all the viewers watch for more because they don’t know what to expect.
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Dancing With The Stars - The Final Three

Who made it to the top three pairs on Dancing With The Stars? The Results Show tonight features big names from the music industry including Aretha Franklin, John Legend and Leona Lewis. Even DWTS own Julianne Hough have made her own musical performance. Who’s the unfortunate pair who went home?

First on the list, Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin sang her hit song “Respect” accompanied by Mark Ballas and Kristi Yamaguchi (season 6 champions). She also sang “Chain of Fools”, her own classic hit with Anna Trebunskaya, Karina Smirnoff, Louis van Amstel and Artem Chigvintsev on the background.

Next, another top notch performer is a guest on DWTS tonight. She’s no other than Leona Lewis, Britain’s very own music Idol, singing her hit song Bleeding Love. Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnof dance with her music.
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DWTS - Its The End Of Running For Maurice and Cheryl

Last night, Dancing With The Stars have eliminated another pair from the show to announced the last 4 pairs that will face each other on the semi-final round. Dancing With The Stars also had Dr. Drew in the show to give therapy to the stars. Country star Brad Paisley had entertain the audience with his singing as well as brothers and sisters Benji and Lacey Schwimmer. The Macy’s Stars Of Dance also performed another round of their amazing performance.

The judges choose Warren and Kym to dance their Tango again last night. And the pair danced another round of their juicy tango. After that show host, Samantha Harris talk to Brooke and Derek who were at the top of the leader board and to Cody who had his two partners tonight: Julianne and Edyta. Then she announced to the audience that Dancing With The Stars was nominated at the People’s Choice award for best reality TV show and if you want to vote for the show you can do so by logging in to ABC.com.

And then tonight special guest, Brad Paisley grace the show by singing his hit song “Ticks” accompanied with pro dancers Benji and Lacey Schwimmer.
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Dancing With The Stars Said Goodbye To Susan Lucci

Dancing With The Stars came back with a revenge after a night’s rest due to the election. The eight couple was eliminated tonight and Grammy Award Winning Artists Lionel Richie performed. Macy’s Star of Dance saved a very good number for tonight thanks to their choreographer, Dave Scott.

First off, is the choice of the judges to perform from the performance night, and its no other that Team Pasadoble who performed a very hot number last Tuesday night. They really performed well on the repeat number. Then Samantha interviewed the team leaders for the teams Cha Cha and Team Pasa Doble.

After that, music icon Lionel Ritchie performed “Dancing on the Ceiling,” accompanied by professional dancers Cheryl Burke, Maksim Chmerkovskiy, Kym Johnson and Tony Dovolani, as well as his first single, “Good Morning,” from his new album “Just Go,” coming out February 17, 2009 on Island Records. The latter song was accompanied by professional dancers Edyta Sliwinska and Alec Mazo.
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Dancing With The Stars - The First Perfect Score Of The Season

Len Goodman is back in Dancing With The Stars from a week off and his cranky! The teams performed their regular routine plus a team dance which will count half of their scores. Cody will be dancing with Edyta Sliwinska because his partner Julianne Hough is still recovering from her surgery.

Warren and Kym were the first to grace the dance floor. They dance the Fox Trot on the tune of “My Baby”. Len commented that it wasn’t his best dance. Bruno told Warren that his looking for his ease of movement he had back then. And Carrie Ann told him that he does not look secure and he didn’t make it fun like he usually does. However, Warren told the judges that his shoes is too small, and that’s the reason why. The couple scored a 21 for tonight.

The team who danced next where Susan and Tony. They performed a Pasa Doble on a classical Spanish song. Bruno told the couple Well Done. Carrie Ann told Susan that she’s doing good. The dance has passion and drama and a hint of danger, as commented by Len. The couple got a 24 for their performance.
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Dancing With The Stars Has A Guest Judge and Their Group Hip Hop Routine Rocks!

Len is on vacation and Dancing With The Stars had a guest judge last night in the person of Michael Flatley. The contestants performs their best to gain the praise of this guest judge and the remaining resident judges Bruno and Carrie Ann.

The heat started with Maurice and Cheryl dancing the Viennese Waltz to the tune of Gravity. Mr. Flatley commented that they could have done better but overall the dance was beautiful. Carrie Ann told them that they don’t have chemistry and they must work on it. Bruno said that the dance lack fluidity. The judges gave them a score of 21 for the night.

Lance and Lacey came next. The pair practiced in Florida in the same studio where Lance’s band N’Sync practiced when they are still a band. Lance’s ex-bandmates Chris Kirkpatrick and Joey Fatone visit him and watch their practice. They perform the Jive on the tune of Tutti Frutti. Bruno said that Lance is back on target. Michael told Lance that they have everything from hard work, determination and self belief and he came out smoking! Carrie Ann just said Whoo Hoo and told them that Len would be proud of Lance for his performance. They received the highest score of the night, 27.
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Toni Braxton Sings Her Farewell On Dancing With The Stars

Its a night of surprises for Dancing With The Stars. The stage was set up for a huge performance number from Macy’s Stars of Dance. Even the pair who was eliminated last night was a surprise for the judges and the audience as well.

The judges praise Cody and Julianne for being consistent this past two weeks and for being such a contender in the contest. Then they criticize Lance for not being able to step up with Lacey on the same level. He is being taken over by his partner which is not good for him.

Judge Len Goodman will take a week off next week and will be replaced temporarily by the Lord Of The Dance Michael Flatlery.

Then the performances started with Cody and Julianne dancing their own version of the JItterbug. As last night, their energy was incredible and their entertaining as usual. Julianne even look like Lucille Ball on the dress and the dance. And then the Brian Setzer Orchestra performed “Rock This Town” accompanied by professional dancers Karina and Louis.
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Dancing With Four New Routines On DWTS

Dancing With The Stars pairs dance to the tune of 4 new dances including: the Jitterbug, the West Coast Swing, the Hustle and the Salsa. Let’s see the talents and props the contestants made to win the heart of their judges.

Lance and Lacey were the first pair to grace the dance floor with their own version of the West Coast Swing on the beat of the song “Breaking Dishes”. Having been given one of the highest score last week Lance has began believing in himself. However, after the interesting routine Len told the Lacey that she should let Lance shine more because he knows he can dance and proven himself for that. Bruno commented that the duo had a very promising beginning but Lance seemed to be dancing around Lacey. Ms. Inaba said that Lance has a potential to be a champion and it should be Lacey’s goal to bring him to be that. Their score for the evening was 21.

Next on the dance floor were Toni and Alec dancing on the beat of “The Way You Make Me Feel” on their own routine of the The West Coast Swing. Toni even have a moonwalk routine during the dance which didn’t impressed Bruno though he told her that she can actually deliver. Len said that Toni must do a revamp and must come out strong again. Carrie Ann told the pair that their are over dancing the routine. They made a score of 22 for their dance last night.

Susan and Tony came out next dancing the Hustle with the song “Upside Down Your Turning Me.” Even though Susan had a fractured bone in her ankle that doesn’t stop her to impress the judges. Carrie Ann said that she like the lifts a lot and praises Susan for her effort. Bruno said that the routine looks like an uptown girl hustle and Susan made all the steps required for it. They get a 22 score for their effort.
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Dancing With The Stars Eliminates Celebrity Chef Rocco DiSpirito

Last night Dancing With The Stars reality TV show eliminated yet another pair. And the unfortunate couple were celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito and his professional partner Karina Smirnoff. Lots of entertainment and laughter had dominated the night.

Lance and Lacey were chosen as the best dance of the week making them perform their winning Tango again on the beat of Disturbia.

Host Tom Bergeron announces the first guest stars of the night. Performing together since childhood, the world famous Spanish flamenco dancers and brothers Los Vivancos heated up the “Dancing with the Stars” stage in a sizzling and show stopping performance. They have their own fans as well. DWTS host Samantha Harris let out some appreciative yells, as she bobbed her head in time with the music. Judge Carrie Ann Inaba let out her fair share of appreciative catcalls, raising her arms in the air when the dancers ripped off their jackets.
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Dancing With The Stars - A Smoky Night

Dancing With The Stars finished another exhibition night Monday October 13, 2008. Tonight we are going to know who’s the pair who will no longer stay in the show. But before that let’s recap last night scores and combined scores from the judges.

The first to dance is Maurice and Cheryl. The pair danced a Samba on the tune of “That’s the Way I Like It”. The judges commented positively though Len told them to refine their dancing skills more and Bruno commented to have more precision.

The pair scored 20 last night and their combined is 44 out of 60.

Then actor Cody and his pro Julianne hit the dance floor with the traditional Tango on a rock song entitled “I Like You”.

Len said that the dance was sharp indeed and very aggressive and commented to Cody that it was his best dance since the season started. Both Bruno and Carrie Anne thought that Cody is delivering exactly what was expected of him. The duo scored 23 and they have a total of 44 out 60 combined score.
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Kristi Won The Dance Off!

Kristi Yamaguchi as predicted by the judges won this season of Dancing With The Stars against fellow contestants Jayson Taylor and Christian dela Fuente. Though 75% percent of Dancing viewers are composed of women Kristi still won their hearts getting their votes. Last Monday night Kristi and partner Mark Ballas got a perfect score of 60 for their performances.

Christian dela Fuente was eliminated earlier in the Dancing finale leaving Jayson Taylor and Kristi Yamaguchi to vouch for the title. But the voters had decided to give another woman celebrity the title last night after the first season winner Kelly Monaco.

Taylor, the massive but graceful pro football star, called Yamaguchi “just perfect,” adding that he “grew up watching her compete for our country.” De la Fuente, who was eliminated early in the two-hour season finale, said “it was impossible to beat her.”

Watch Kristi and Mark’s sneak performances here.