Karina Smiroff Comments On Her New DWTS All Stars Partner Apolo Ohno
People has a nice little spread on the Dancing With The Stars pairings announcement. Be sure you read the full article at the link. They also featured a quote from Dancing With The Stars pro Karina Smirnoff for how she feels about getting Apolo Ohno as her partner.
“When I heard Apolo Ohno was my partner I thought, Apolo – oh yes!” Smirnoff tells PEOPLE. “It’s going to be fun and exciting to see Apolo’s creativity, charm, drive and personality on the dance floor again. We will soon see how much dancing he has been doing and/or practicing in the off seasons.”
She adds: “This is going to be one of the most competitive seasons we will ever have on the show. There are so many different personalities, athletes, talents, past winners and competitors on the show.”
I am super excited about this couple. Sign here if you are excited as well. Love Apolo!!! 
I was initially disappointed that Karina didn’t get Gilles but watched a few of Apolo’s dances with Julianne and now quite excited!
Me too Debby
After the announcement I went and rewatched Apolo dancing with Julianne. The crowd loves him, he is quite the competitor/entertainer. I am so pleased with this pairing, I think they will be ah-mazing.
I agree, Debby! I’m happy with this pairing, though
I still say she wanted Hélio more than anyone, despite what everyone says about her and Gilles.
First chioce for her was Gilles, but I’m very happy for this pairing. Good chance to get to the finals with Apollo.
Happy for Karina. I thought she would have sizzled with Gilles, but this will be a fun competitive pairing too!
Thanks Vogue for all the news today! That goes for PH too!
They’ll be super competitive as a pairing. Can’t wait to watch them.
I believe that Apolo is one of the best and I thought he was going to be paired with Karina since Julianne is not there. It will be between Shawn and Derek or Apolo and Karina for the mirror ball trophy!