DWTS14 Donald Driver And Peta Murgatroyd Planning To Clean Things Up For The Judges
Donald Driver explains to the LA Times why he thinks the judges are tough on him. He and Peta plan to hit the practice floor hard this week in order to clean things up.
Q: That jive trio is one of the best dances in the history of the show. And you only got a 28? What can you possibly do to top that and get a 30?
We had a lot of fun with it, perfect score or not. Hopefully a lot of fans thought the same thing as you and voted for us! In the judges’ eyes we obviously have a few little things we can clean up, so we’re going to hit the practice floor hard this week and get it done.
Q: Do you think because of your athletic background that the judges are a little tougher on you?
I don’t think it has to do with athletics as much as their belief that I can be a really good dancer. They are going to keep pushing me until I get to the level they believe I am capable of reaching.
Be sure you read the full interview at the link too. Donald talks of the Trio Jive with Karina and Peta (pictured above) and how he handles his nerves before and during the show. He also discusses being homeless at one time and how it led to his charities. Such a fighter….and one with a huge heart.
Picture above courtesy of ABC. You can view more photos of them and the cast from last week at the official site of Dancing With The Stars HERE.
UPDATE: And here these two are on Access Hollywood today. Donald wants to get that Mirror Ball for Peta!! It’s like the foorball playoffs for him and he doesn’t want to let her down. They also talk about their goals going into the Semi-finals, how the fans have got them this far, and more….
Poor guy…he’s clueless as to the “agenda” lol…kidding
One thing that does concern me is the fact that Maria, Willy, and Katherine have all received 3 “10s” a perfect score and Donald has yet to received 2 “10s”. We are almost at the home stretch I think he needs a perfect score and pronto.
Oops Sorry Vogue – I didn’t see the newest update…. But the point is still the same he needs that “30″, and a great freestyle but I still think they are gonna pull it off.
Sandy,
Katherine hasn’t received a 30 yet.
This is definitely a tough semi-finals. I’m looking forward to a great show.
Thanks Dee
I thought that may be ncorrect but I had already hit submit… No turning back then.. But she has received quite a few *10s*. Thanks for catching that one!
I just love the top picture. Peta seriously looks like she’s about to take off.
Donald is just amazing! He had me getting all teary. I’m so happy Peta got such a first-class partner. She deserves it.
Okay, that’s it! This guy has GOT TO win!!!!!!
Love him!
Sheery, “kidding” is right because Donald is a bright guy. He knows the only thing he can control is his attitude and how hard he works. By doing that, he stays true to himself and to Peta.
Sandy, Katherine has never gotten a perfect score. Plus, if we are going by what the judges think about the dancing then lets just hand Willy ” The Chosen One ” Levy the trophy right now and go home.
Peta is such a wonderful dancer and she and Donald are a truly enjoyable team to watch. I love how she quietly nods her head when asked if she thinks they could win. Who knows, maybe they can. My votes are for Maria and Derek but if Maria gets the boot, then I’ll vote for Donald all the way.
Katherine does not have a 30 yet and she doesn’t deserve one as well. She is overscored, compare her to other females like nicole shwersinger and 50 year old jennifer grey and the would run circles around her.
Am I only one who thinks he’s going to win it all?
I think the judges are holding back on scores just to make it more dramatic and to motivate him. He must be getting lots of votes. Maybe his only obstacle could be that Peta doesn’t have as large a fan base as some other pros?
In any case, I’m really looking forward to his freestyle and hope he and Peta get the MBT.