With just five contestants left before the season finale, the stakes are high, and each performance is more electrifying than the last in the newest episode.
- Nov 20, 2024
AceShowbiz - The ever-anticipated semifinals of "Dancing with the Stars" have arrived, narrowing down the competition to just five fierce contestants. Chandler Kinney, Joey Graziadei, Ilona Maher, Danny Amendola and Stephen Nedoroscik gave it their all, performing both a ballroom and a Latin dance to secure their spot in the finale.
Chandler Kinney, paired with Brandon Armstrong, started the evening with a fiery salsa to "Spicy Margarita", earning commendation for her "well-defined artistry" from Carrie Ann Inaba and scoring 29 out of 30. Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson wowed the judges with a Foxtrot described as a "masterclass" by Derek Hough, earning them a perfect 30.
Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten brought passion with their Paso Doble, scoring 28 out of 30. Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola and Witney Carson's Viennese Waltz, although slightly stiff, was appreciated by the judges for its beautiful lines, scoring 27 out of 30. Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold's Cha Cha was critiqued for lacking heat but ended on a high note with a score of 25 out of 30.
For their second performances, Kinney and Armstrong tamed the Foxtrot beast with Hozier's "Too Sweet", securing another 29 despite minor footwork faults. Graziadei's Paso Doble continued to impress, albeit with small footwork critiques, scoring 28 out of 30. Maher's Viennese Waltz displayed control and flow, earning her another 29 out of 30.
Nedoroscik's Tango showcased his strengths better, with a commendable 28 out of 30. Amendola's Salsa to "I Like It" was filled with gravity-defying tricks, taking big risks that paid off, scoring another 27 out of 30.
As the night drew to a close, it was announced with much suspense that no couple would be eliminated, allowing all five to move into the finals. The judges' scores from this show will carry over into next week's climactic finale.
With the competition heating up, all eyes are on the five finalists as they prepare for their last chance to impress the judges and the audience. The journey to the mirrorball trophy is closing in, and each dance could make or break their chances of victory.
