Dancing with the Stars Season 29, Week 4 – LIVE BLOG
Question of the (week 4) night – Tyra’s cold open will be:
A) Boring and Unfunny
B) Simply horrendous and cringe worthy.
C) Fine.
You have 20 minutes to vote. 🙂
Okay, so it’s a whiny/funny cold open. Actually, delete the funny part. Considering the state of the country, I’m not particularly amused.
Tyrant still thinks it’s a catwalk and she’s the show stopping VC model. Lucky for her, she’s not the most wrong person in the country today. Not even close. blah blah blah me me me blah celebrities blah.
Oooo…doing a lot to pimp AJ. He must not be doing that well??
Daniella is my girl crush. Great outfit. Ha, Daniella talks about celebs standing still with the pro dancing around him…she doesn’t want that. Let’s see if she succeeds.
Started out a bit stiff in the arms, but he is dancing (if occasionally back-led). Why is Daniella better at funk than him?? LOL. She got him to dance and it wasn’t horrendous. He handled it well but he’s got a ways to go.
Derek really enjoyed it, needs a bit more shape. Bruno is raving about how he went for it, now needs to refine it. CAI says that’s what she was looking for, he attacked every moment, agrees with Derek about shaping.
Scores: 7, 7, 7 for a total of 21.
Chrishell is up next with her foxtrot. Saw on twitter that she was nervous that Gleb was making her sex it up quite a bit. What a surprise. When you don’t have choreo, you sex it up. She’s freezing her eggs. Good for her.
She looks amazing. And I like the start of the dance, she’s performing it well. It doesn’t seem smooth or flow enough. Until the middle when it starts to. She’s a pretty girl.
Bruno says it’s too hot to trot, and he likes the role reversal. She stumbled at the chorus (I missed it, but I’m writing). CAI says she’s proud of her on how she’s extending out the acting to her hands. Derek missed the stumble, says this was her best dance. Tells her to watch her left arm, he’ll see it in every dance.
Tyrant starts off with a decent comment/question – might be the first one. Congrats. Then she makes it about her.
Scores: 7, 8, 7 for a 22. Not sure I agree with the 8, but as long as he doesn’t hose anyone I like, I’ll forgive him. 🙂
Monica up next…complaining about Val. She’s just the latest in a long, long list of people who have complained about Val. And he’s probably forgotten Laurie telling him much the same thing. How is so far behind where Derek and Mark were a decade ago?
Samba opens with Val showing off as the screen hog he is. This is not a fantastic dance. It has good parts, but she’s not terribly comfortable with it. And it shows. She got into it about halfway through.
CAI stands up and applauds for her standing up to Val, says they are formidable partners. Dancing is improved greatly. Derek says it was a proper samba, lots of content, says she’s improving and this was her best dance. Bruno is impressed by how much it was a pure samba. All the required steps were in there.
Val has Tyrant disease.
Scores: 8, 8, 8 for a total of 24. Horribly over scored, IMO. I would have gone with three 7s. Makes me wonder if they’re trying to get rid of Anne…or save Monica, for some reason. Who owns Cheer??
Anne is up next. I’m sorry, but I love her. I think she’s hilarious. Wow. I had no idea about this story of her and Ellen and what she gave up for her relationship. Incredible to think about it now. She didn’t star in a movie for TEN years. Jesus.
I like this opening. It’s all Anne. She’s doing as well as Monica, but she gets thrown off balance very easily, which is related to age most likely. But dang, I liked it. Keo is doing right by her, at least.
Derek says when you rise above the storm you’ll find sun. He liked the beginning as well. He’s seeing progress from her, says great job. Bruno really admires her for what she did. Calls her multicolored warrior. Most focused of her performances to date, and notes the balance problem. CAI is inspired and says she’s powerful and fought for every step.
Scores: 7, 7, 7 for a total of 21. I’ll agree with that, based on the other dances thus far. But it could spell trouble for others.
Nev up next with a Rumba to Celine Dion. Not so closeted, wifey. 🙂
Man he’s a good dancer. Seeing nothing wrong with this dance. I know people have issues with Jenna, but I’ve always liked her as a choregrapher. Well done. Good rumba.
Bruno feels so good and lovey dovey. They’re very in tune. CAI says he gave good frame and added a lot of poetry. He’s standing out to her, his lines are beautiful (agreed). Derek thinks it was a beautiful dance, lines were good, said it was a quick rumba but he loved it.
Scores: 8, 8, 8 for a total of 24. And here’s the problem with Monica’s score. Nev was about ten miles above Monica’s dance, and yet they have the same score. That’s just wrong.
Numbers Update: Currently there is only about 3,800 votes per million votes cast between Anne/Nelly and Chrishell which could spell trouble for Nelly and Chrishell. That’s a small number of votes.
Justina up next talking about her grandmother. She’s dancing a salsa.
And she starts off brilliantly. This is her style of dance. Slightly odd lift. But other than that, she’s killing it. Excellent dance!!
CAI says they all stood up…something about how she dances. Derek says she has so much charisma, so much personality. Authentic dancing. Bruno says she’s on fire. Her hips don’t lie.
Scores: 8, 8, 8 for a total of 24. Again, MONICA is tied with Nev and Justina, the two best dancers of the season. Just ain’t right.
Kaitlyn up next with a V. Waltz. Sweet story about Kaitlyn and Jason.
Very pretty dance so far. Flinging her arms a bit. Seems like she’s not following through as well as normal. But she’s doing very well. Lovely dance.
Derek says it was beautiful, elegant, effortless…he’s looking forward to a different type. Bruno does Bruno…something about feathers on the crest. Says she’s got a lot of flexibility, can’t wait to see something different. CAI talking about love, says she’s an excellent dancer, mentions len talking about asking about traditional hold.
Scores: 9, 8, 8 for a total of 25. I love Kaitlyn’s dancing but that 9 is wack. But compared to Monica…okay. But Justina and Nev should be in that category.
Johnny up next with his Jive. His mom is hilarious. Loving Britt as a pro.
Whoa. Johnny seems to have found his zone. Look out everyone. He’s killing this and Britt didn’t take it easy on him. That was excellent.
Bruno says he was on full throttle. Says he was exploding, seeing the real him. Sharp, tiny correction on the flicks and kicks. CAI says everyone has a breakthrough, he’s finally coming together. Derek says he opened up and let everyone in.
Scores: 8, 8, 8 for a total of 24. I would have given that a 9.
Jeannie is up next with her mom voting against her. 🙂 Hilarious. Anyway, Tango.
Starts off great. Feel like the arms could be better. Great kicks. Decent choreo. Having a bit of balance trouble on the ending pose. Great dance though.
CAI wouldn’t bet against her. Great until the end, when she wobbled (noted). Derek loved the first drop, loved the attitude, noted the little slip up. Bruno loves how she changed up the personality, great intensity. Loves the range she has.
Scores: 7, 7, 7 for a total of 21.
Numbers Update: Pretty simple. Lots of people in potential trouble.
Anne/Nelly/Jeannie vs. Chrishell | 0.36% | 3,571 |
Anne/Nelly vs. Monica/Nev/Justina/Johnny | 1.07% | 10,714 |
Vernon up next with his rumba. I love a big man who can cry. He’s handling the rumba pretty well, but he’s one of the weaker dancers left. I love him though.
Derek says he loves this show, seeing him dance a rumba brings joy, noticed the full chucarachas. Beautiful, well done. Bruno says he’s getting better every week. CAI says she wasn’t looking at the arm motions. Says Bruno is right. Says he’s special….and a bunch of other stuff I kinda missed. They love Vernon. Me too.
Scores: 8, 7, 7 for a total of 22.
AS I was saying about the numbers, we have a whole bunch of people clustered with only 1 or 3,500 votes between them. There is no space. Anyone could go.
Jesse up next with his Cha cha. He’s doing very well on this dance, he seems…looser? Of course, it’s one of the simpler dances of the night. He seems like he tightened up a bit at the end.
Bruno raving that he has all this stuff and he has the timing, but he forgot the hips. He’s not quite there yet. CAI says the musicality has improved, wants to see what they see in the packages in the dance, stop looking at Sharna’s feet. Derek says he’s much better this week, tendency to speed up with the adrenaline.
Scores: 7, 7, 7 for a total of 21, which puts him down in the danger zone.
Numbers Update: Well with all the people with 21 or 22 points, there will be no ambiguity on who got the most votes. there’s essentially no where to hide, with only 3,500 votes between those with 21 points (Jesse, Anne, Nelly and Jeannie) and those with 22 point (Chrishell and Vernon). For those with the 21 points, each dancer only needs ONE more vote per million votes cast to be safe. This should be interesting.
Skai up next and even her wave at the camera is shy and a bit awkward. She’s talking about Cameron Boyce who died very young last year. My concern, as heart rending as this story is, is that she’s going so close to the end and she might not be remembered from week to week. She’s fading into the woodwork a bit.
Very sweet dance so far. I see no issues with the dance, very lovely. But unfortunately, I think she needed a blockbuster.
Derek says this was his favorite dance of the night (??), says she’s a gorgeous ballroom dancer. CAI says dance is always about emotion, most beautiful dance, sheer perfection. Bruno says she’s back on top, says it was stunning. Sounds like they’re giving her a blockbuster.
Scores: 10, 9, 9 for a total of 28. I suspect she needed that. I’ll wait for Courtney, but I didn’t see a 10 in that dance. It was very pretty and well danced…but best of the night??
So, Skai’s 28 puts her a full three points ahead of Kaitlyn and 4 points ahead of Justina, Nev, Monica and Johnny. Yeah, I think they’re working hard at saving her and I suspect they did with that score. Disappointed that Derek got with the program pretty quickly, but I suspect there are rules we haven’t even heard of.
AJ up with his Cha Cha…easiest dance of the night, danced to one of his own songs, and of course all the Backstreet Boys are here to pimp him. Wait, he’s only in his 30’s?? Ooookay.
What is up with his hand on Cheryl’s neck? He’s not doing cha cha although Cheryl is. Okay, we’re not going to bother with the actual dance style for half the dance, we’re just going to do whatever we want and pimp ourselves.
Derek says alright, talks about how they’re living legends. He’s likable, needs to work on the footwork, and cha cha, but way to end the show. Bruno says where is the cha cha, still need to work on the footwork. CAI great way to end the show, says to watch his elbows, arms feel weak.
Scores: 8, 8, 8 for a total of 24 – that was pretty generous, IMO.
Numbers Update: Well, here’s the bottom NINE couples. The truth will be revealed tonight
Anne/Nelly/Jeannie vs. Chrishell/Vernon | 0.33% | 3,322 |
Anne/Nelly vs. Monica/Nev/Justina/Johnny | 1.00% | 9,967 |
I suspect one of the bottom five will go. 🙂 How’s that for specificity?? LOL. Bottom two will be…Anne and Chrishell? I would have said Skai, but I think the judges saved her. I would like to thank the judges for clumping everyone. Makes doing the numbers easier.
SAFE: Skai
SAFE: Johnny
SAFE: Jeannie
SAFE: AJ
SAFE: Kaitlyn
SAFE: Jesse
SAFE: Monica
SAFE: Nev
SAFE: Justina
SAFE: Nelly
Whoooaahhh….big fuck up.
Bottom two is Monica/Val and Anne/Keo
CAI: saves Monica
Derek: Monica
Wow…I’m speechless.
Okay, so with three couples left on the stage, only one of them was bottom two. Chrishell and Vernon were safe while Anne was bottom two. Monica was called safe, but wasn’t. I guess this is the pitfall of live voting?? Shouldn’t be, because they were quite sure of who the bottom two were. And Monica was called safe 7th!! That’s a big fuck up. But entirely plausible and explains her serious overscoring compared to others. But why?? Again I ask – who owns Cheer. Hold on, I’ll look it up. But please don’t tell me it’s Val’s fanbase. His fanbase is not up there in the top pros of all time. I think Peta beats him..and Jenna. 🙂
Okay, so Cheer is on Netflix and a very quick review doesn’t reveal any connection to Disney/ABC…but Monica is a self described Christian conservative. So…
Got my dogs got my snack bring on the dancing :). Oh and another great option for the opening is d)skipable on all counts
B and C
Haven’t voted yet this season but will be throwing my votes to Anne this week. Unless she completely avoids the bottom 2 it will likely take a miracle for her to stick around.
Sorry, I meant to answer just B.
Although I like @vin’s option. Last week’s cold open didn’t really match what they originally said it was going to be (something about Tyrant and her back up dancers pretending they were Disney characters). I did read an article from People magazine where Tyrant said she scrapped a lot of the ideas she had in mind for this season. What they were, I don’t know, but I guess she must not be completely tone deaf on the reaction she and her talk of new and creative was getting.
“Celebrities they don’t like criticism” was kinda hilariously weird. Tyra looks awesome this week.
This cold open reminds me of a skit they did during one of the results show that was a spoof on the ‘I would rather be naked than wear fur’ PETA campaign, where the pros covered up with oversized mirrorballs and talked about the injuries. It might have been season 8.
And wow, no Tyrant in sight for that? I guess she can’t shake her big grand entrance of working the stage. I can’t wait for 80s night, which I think is more of an excuse for her to just change outfits fifty times and throw out cornball 80s lines. Oh, and I guess she did make the opening about her. Never mind.
So this is most memorable year night without calling it that?
Cringy and very odd cold open. I just sat there going… um what? Love Tyra’s dress this week its actually really beautiful
When Tyra stepped on her dress I kinda hoped she would fall. At least it’d change up her cat walk.
I loved Daniella saying ‘the other girls dance around their guys and they just stand. I want you to dance.’ Like yes. Much as I love all the girl pros, I’ve noticed this over the seasons and hate that it slides by, so glad she said it. I really like her as a pro.
I’m starting to like Chrisell, but that’s more so because I started watching Selling Sunset. So many unlikeable girls on that that you can’t help but like her lol She looked so much like the brainy check from John Tucker Must Die. Nice dance with gleb.
I really wish Nelly was a better dancer, but I love that he’s trying and seems to be having fun. Daniella’s put together some good routines for him, but I wasn’t overly impressed with the paso. I thought he was slightly over scored.
This was the first time I’ve been impressed with Chrishell. That was a pretty solid. That said, I’m still not entirely sold on her, and I feel like they are trying to make her happen.
Lol @Princess Heidi, I didn’t see that comment (I don’t do twitter) but I guess when he can’t hide his celeb behind ten troupe dancers, he has to go back to plan A of the sex appeal.
The scores are already SO HIGH today… although I do think that Nelly and Crishell’s dances were the best so far… It really does feel like we’re back to a solid episode of DWTS!!
Ack. Remembered why I was taping and then watching on tape delay so I could fat-forward. I am loving the dancing this year- no backup dancers, no fancy set, just dancing. Enjoying Derek. Enjoying having Artem and Sharna back. Big BSB fan.
But. I cannot watch the bafflegab hosting.
Nelly and the paso Doble is not a good combo. At all. I would give that a 6. Now chrishell is a shock this week since I actually loved that dance. I’d give her an 8
I started watching Selling Sunset as well, but I’m only three or four episodes in. I love seeing how the other half lives. 🙂 That said, if you like that kind of show, try…I think it’s Million Dollar Beach House?? It’s situated on Long Island and there’s less female cattiness which is so cliche. In this one, there’s some male cattiness. 🙂
Monica is a good dancer, but I feel like I should be wowed. Not sure if that’s on her or Val. I disagree with CAI comments, especially about the chemistry between her and Val. I feel like that is non existent. And Monica is the second person in a row where Derek says it was their best dance. Bruno agreed it was a proper samba. Three 8s was a little high for me. I really hope these high scores so far don’t mean they are saving the best for last with AJ and give him a bunch of 9s or even a 10. I guess with the two worst dancers gone they don’t feel like they need to keep the scores low.
Anne is next-I hope that is a good sign for her chances.
@Kara, I thought maybe “most memorable night” too but then the content doesn’t seem to match that. Maybe the theme of the night is mental breakthroughs. Lol.
I had a hard time relating to Monica until tonight. I like that she stuck up for herself with Val, and I could see why someone might have that experience with him. His comments about it at the end didn’t make him seem less narcissistic though.
Oh if only Monica had that conversation with both maks and val. Could you imagine! So far not crazy about any of the dances so far tonight but the night is still young
I love Anne’s rainbow outfit
Monica and Val were ok. Do I think Val is tougher in her than his other partners? Hell no. So I’m going to pretend that I didn’t see the video package. Yes Val can be a bit much but we have seen him much tougher on partners before. Anyways, I’d give them a 7. It was semi fun….well Val looked like he was having fun at least she had the weird plastered smile back but did what she was asked really well. Now Anne and keo were good but at the same time I don’t think the ending was as good as the start. And the video package definitely was a standout since I actually believed her 100% on that story and Hollywood can be that cutthroat that even Ellen would want to avoid her getting hurt. Anyways I’d give them a 7
This is a heartbreaking story from Anne. I remember when Ellen came out and disappeared off the map for a long time. I had no idea it had been that long since Anne starred in a picture. I did not expect to like Anne as much as I did, but I really want her to survive the night.
That was an amazing dance, definitely a better paso than Nelly’s. My favorite dance of the night so far. I can’t believe that Monica’s dance has the highest score so far over the others that went. I would have been upset if Anne didn’t get at least 3 7s. I would have thrown in an 8.
I have the same yellow shirt as nev. Not sure how he got it in yellow but mine is blue with white pockets. I liked his better. Anyways that rumba was awesome and I’m wowed by them this week. He might have just solidified me giving him almost all my votes tonight. I liked it that much. I’d give that a 9
I must be off tonight because I’m not agreeing with the scores or critiques for the most part tonight – lol An 8 “Derek” for Chrishell & Gleb for what I couldn’t even tell was a Foxtrot-lol She’s beautiful and the dance was sexy but not a Foxtrot. Hope their that kind to Skai… Let’s go DWTS.
God I love Justina and Sasha. They are so energetic and this one was right in her wheel house. Added bonus: she seems like a person that is so normal and chill that if I ran into her she wouldn’t brush a fan off quickly and would have a conversation and take a selfie With you. Anyways that dance was just a blast to watch. I’d give that a 9 as well
WTF did they do to Party in The USA?! Like that was awful. So bad I couldn’t pay attention to Monica and Val.
Anne’s outfit went from fasionable trashbag to beautiful butterfly.
They made Nev tame his chest hair lol
So many commercials tonight
Not Justina’s best dance IMO but she looked like she was having so much fun! She’s such a cutie
Unless someone royally screws up I’m guessing 21 will be the lowest anyone can get. Trying to figure out who the bottom 2 will be. Sadly, I still think it will be Anne. Given the high scores and praise for Monica, maybe she isn’t doing so well with the voters, and they want to justify keeping her? I guess we’ll see how the rest do. I doubt Johnny, AJ, Jesse, or Skai will be in danger, of those that are left.
If there was a week Justina was going to nail her dance, this was it. That was fun. And I love the outfits.
If anyone pulled an upset and won, I’d love for it to be Nev. Even though I don’t like Jenna. I wonder if we will get a week where Nev goes in to get a chest wax. Anne, Chrishell, Justina, and Nev are my favorites so far. Justina was way better than Monica, as was Nev, so it’s crazy they all got the same score. I’m going with Monica’s not doing well in the votes. Yet I don’t know why they’d want her to stick around, unless it’s for Val. She’s so boring.
I am so enjoying watching Artem. The lines and the fluidity of his dancing hat I missed last year. He also looks happy. Which is a pleasure. He and Kaitlyn are working very well together (just not sure about the weird patterns on the suit Artem is wearing).
Kaitlyn and her boyfriend are kinda adorable. You can tell they are the real deal. Anyways this was my fav dance from her thus far but she did something that I think is a huge improvement in my eyes: I didn’t see any fake smile from her whatsoever. That was a a genuine one the entire time. I’d give them a 9 as well
Johnny lights up that ballroom like nobody else. His mom is hilarious too. More moms like her please. The sparkle suits are amazing. That jive was beyond fun. I’d easily give that a 9. Oh and last but certainly not least, Britt just looked amazing and has my new fav pro costume of the season
I think I liked it when the judges were nice, but not shooting out unicorns to everyone. Maybe that’s why I’m kind of bored tonight, no one is really raising the bar or showing any huge signs of improvement.
Kaitlyn’s dance was lovely. I wouldn’t say 9 worthy, but since I thought it was better than Monica, I guess it works out. @Princess Heidi, I guess we agree on that.
Johnny’s jive was a lot of fun. From a dance perspective I thought it needed a little work, but it was fun to watch. He remains my front runner to win. I guess 8s are fair. I wonder if they’ve retired the 7 paddle for the night. Not liking Anne’s chances.
Jeannie and Brandon-that was the dance of the night! I freaking love that partnership. That deserves 3 9s at least. At the very least it needs to tie with Kaitlyn.
Three 7s? Way under scored.
Jeannie is the happiest person in the ballroom and I love it. She also happens to be hilarious. That was a really fun tango and I would have given them an 8. Just a blast of energy and great choreography from Brandon as icing on the cake.
Jeannie & Brandon are SO good!!
Well….I kinda wasn’t wowed by Vernon and Peta at all. Great dancer but this one I gotta blame peta for tbh. There wasn’t a standout moment to me whatsoever and while I don’t think it was his worst dance it is close to the bottom for me. I’d give that a 7 tbh which is sad cuz I really do like him and his million dollar smile and personality. Peta looked great though so there’s the standout of the routine for me.
Did anyone else’s tv start glitching?
I keep meaning to say it, but Tyrant’s dress looks awkward. I feel like she’s standing on a platform.
Before most memorable year, did they do a theme week that was personal stories (or something like that, but it wasn’t called most memorable year?) I feel like that’s what tonight is.
I felt like Peta did more in that rumba than Vernon. I’m really glad Daniella made that comment about not wanting to just dance around her partner. That’s kind of what I felt like Peta did. I thought the 8s was too much, but agreed with the 7s Derek and Bruno gave him.
I love Jeannie’s energy and I really liked tonight’s dance. I think she will go far. I’m excited to see Brandon’s choreography throughout the season. I think he takes worthwhile risks.
What is Tyra wearing? That second dress boggles my mind. The color isn’t flattering nor is the shape. Is that fashion?
Missing Tom and Erin, not as warm and fun. The dancers, pros and judges save the show.
Sharna and Jesse were kinda disappointing. I agreed with the 7s. He had a lot of fun though so I wouldn’t have been against an 8
I can’t wait to hear AJ whine this week about Jesse. Who did a pretty good job. Lots of room to improve.
And I guess the judges decided to bring out being overly critical. I still prefer people like Jesse who come on with little dance experience and work hard to try and improve (although I won’t root against ringers). I actually thought he might get 3 6s based on the comments.
I can’t wait to watch tonight! I’m on the west coast so I already voted without watching. Boo.
I saw on the DWTS stories that they trimmed and thinned out Nev’s torso hair so it isn’t so thick. I called it torso hair because it’s a hairy rug from his neck to wherever but probably his toes. Lol
Maybe the judges are only giving the 9’s to the peeps who need the votes so they can keep their fave pros around, like Val and Gleb? It appears that Justina and Nev are popular because they dance well and have so much joy doing it!
Jenna was never my favorite because of the years of watching her trying so hard to be noticed and get attention. But now that she’s married, lost all that weight, already sorta “won” a mirrorball and with Lindsay and Witney not around to get most of the attention, she seems more centered and self confident and happy. So she’s not bothering me this season and maybe it’s her partner Nev that making her grounded.
He’s my favorite dancer at this point. He did address his precious dance experience in the dwts stories yesterday. He said that he danced in a troupe for a few years when he was a kid but it wasn’t any formal training. In college, he took a couple of dance classes but that’s about it. So the salsa you tube video might be from a class and not from a salsa competition like people claim? Who knows?? He just loves to dance! I hope he makes the finals!!
Skai with the comeback of the night. That was amazing and I’d give that a 9
Oh Johnny and Britt! That was so much fun and I loved their outfits. That deserved a nine. His mom seems awesome.
Jeannie is in my top 5 for sure. She’s very likeable and the fact that her mom is betting against her lol
Vernon is good, and I feel like he’s a sleeper. Like he’s there but I keep forgetting.
I find Jesse very endearing. Love Sharna’s blonder hair.
I found Skai and Alan’s dance a bit boring, but nice. Oh CIA so emotional. How does she cry on cue all the time?
When she was announcing Skai’s dance, I hated how Tyrant’s voice sounded, like she was trying to make the package sound dramatic and sad (and it was, but Tyrant’s voice just sounded fake).
I’m really glad Skai had a better week than last week. She looked more into the dance, and it was lovely.
Okay, it was lovely, but 10 Carrie Ann? Since when did she suddenly get so soft. She’s reminding me of the guest judges they get who purposely over the score the other judges by 1 point on most of the performances. I might even say the 9s were a lot. A lot of people were complaining online about Skai’s scores last week (which I thought were appropriate, at least in the beginning of the night). So maybe this was their way of making it up. Judging by who got some of the scores, I just can’t help but think they are trying to boost some people to stick around, and that others who might be getting in the way start suffering in the critiques and scores.
Wow, go Johnny and Britt. They finally made a strong showing in every way tonight. Just excellent!!! Just what I’ve been wanting from him.
Well Cheryl just became my fav pro costume of the season. That dance was entertaining as hell and I loved it. An 8 easily
I was never a BSB fan, so this meant nothing to me. The fake audience noise was funny as it was minimal, compared to what the live audience would have brought. It sounded like a sign was on for people to cheer.
Not sure if that was really a cha cha, and I fully expected a tongue bath. I guess 8s are okay, although I thought that was more a rogue cha cha. The judges didn’t seem to offer much.
@Princess Heidi, maybe we will get a surprise in the bottom 2 tonight. I really hope Anne doesn’t land there, because I think she’d be gone if she did no matter who she was up against. Since the two worst dancers are gone, maybe they are purposely trying to keep it close to make it seem suspensful.
I still feel very conflicted about Britt and Johnny, her choreography always looks so awkward for me, the execution as well. The rumba was the 1st time I didn’t totally dislike their dance, but tonight was weird again… I liked the outfits and I even appreciate her style, but the moves don’t always seems to go together for me, it just looks clunky. I would like to see Johnny move in a more masculine way as well, not execute moves the way she executes them. I know it’s her first season, other pros also needed some time to find their groove, but she needs to work on her teaching of technique & choreography.
Whoa, what just happened?
Well, Anne is a goner. No wonder Monica got overscored tonight.
Did Skai really deserve that 10? I get the emotions of the moment, not that I really saw that on her face, but that dance wasn’t at a technical or even proficiency level to call it perfect. I’m glad she’ll go into next week with a boost of confidence on such a special night for her but I was thinking 8’s or 9’s max.
That was not the BSB performance I was expecting. Like I thought they were going to legit perform, not just part of AJ’s dance. I’m kinda surprised AJ isn’t a better dancer – he was always the best in BSB, or so I thought. I know that’s a different kind of dance, but it feels like it’d translate somehow.
wtf what a crazy error. Not only to leave 3 when you announce the bottom 2, but bring back someone you called safe. Like how do you mess up like that. You’ve been doing this for 29 seasons!
Not surprised about Anne and Keo, but I did like them.
So disappointed Anne went home, but I guess Monica isn’t doing so hot in the votes. Would have been nice for Anne to get to say something, but guess we had to pimp 80s night again.
So everyone whose been in the bottom so far and survived went home the following week. May not bode well for Monica. I already thought she’d be one of the next to go. Poor Chrishell and Gleb looked so confused. Since Tyrant said the bottom 2 was Vernon and Anne (then corrected herself), does that mean Vernon was third from the bottom?
What. A. Mess. But I agree with the bottom too. Would’ve rather seen them save Anne based on personality alone. Got a little nervous at the backend with Vernon being announced in the bottom two. Going to have to cast my votes for him as I think he’s improving and learning a lot. It’s kind of what the show is about for me.
Well, at least they didn’t totally Steve Harvey the situation and send the wrong couple home before realizing they weren’t supposed to even be in the bottom 2.
So what will everyone be saying about this-publicity stunt, genuine screw up, or rigged to save someone else?
With skai I see two stories. Like Hannah last season Skai is crushing everyone else in the youtube views. So either she is killing it in the votes so the show has decided to band behind her or what you think , that she was not getting enough tonight. Either way I still think her dance was lovely.
Well that was quite the elimination lol ????. Flashbacks to “and the Oscar goes to La La Land……oops I mean Moonlight”
What is Tyra wearing!!!????????????????
Tyra has got to go! She’s ruining the show, I’ve tried to adjust to her being the host instead of Tom but tonight did it for me. GET TOM BACK!
Bonnie, I don’t think she’s getting the votes. Much like Monica, the judges saved her before it got to that point.
Yes Skai & Alan that was stunning. Lil Mama coming out and taking the night!!! So happy for her as she needed that comeback. Great job Alan… Really moving performance..
Kara, Monica not doing well in votes is a bit of an understatement. 🙂
Yay Johnny & Britt… Really enjoying this partnership and their performances. Way to go Britt.. I still sense a little hesitation sometimes but honestly, when he brings his true personality out on the dancefloor, he’s going to be tough to beat…
Really bad mess up DWTS on calling the wrong couples safe. Honestly, what a mess.
I don’t think Jeannie was underscored, but lots of others were overscored…making her seem underscored.
Skai is going the same route as most Disney kids that do the show to be honest. High on Youtube views, but struggling on votes, so a prop up is needed by the judges/producers. She’ll go deep in the competition, but it won’t be entirely down to her fanbase. As Heidi said, she definitely needed the boost tonight and I’m guessing they’ll be hoping this juices up her votes going forward.
Random thought I had just because I’m sucker for pointless stats and triva…Skai going from 18 to 28. Not counting team dances/extra judges is the biggest score jump from one week to the next? Last time I remember something this drastic was Melissa Joan Hart with Mark doing the Charelston. I know random factoid but I was just curious?
Tyra’s dress was not flattering at the hips, and her makeup and hair wasn’t the greatest either. I haven’t seen the end mistake yet but regardless, I miss Tom a lot. She cannot do small talk. And for gosh sakes, stop talking about yourself!
I didn’t realize that Fox Studios blackballed Anne like that! That’s horrible! I bet they were behind all the bad press that she was crazy because she stood her ground and defied their wishes.
Skai’s dance was beautiful but wasn’t a 10. I didn’t feel the emotion.
I wish the producer wouldn’t put the balcony camera on people who aren’t paying attention to the dance floor. And send a memo to all the couples that if you’re up there, there may be a camera on you so put on your happy face! Plenty of times, the camera scans to Skai and others who have sour or pouty faces or looking at their phones. Not a good look!
Thank goodness Monica told Val told that he’s condescending! She was a new dancer and saw the joy in her. Finally and so glad for her!!
I appreciate Daniella’s little unique flairs to her ending poses and other traditional moves!
I don’t understand why Jesse doesn’t have a better performance facials because of his acting background. He looks so painful. I wish to see the big smiles that he shows after he performs.
I love Jeannie and Brandon’s partnership. I’m liking them more each week.
I’m glad that the judges said that kaitlin has had similar dances every week. We know she is lyrical.
I bet Tyra was a Tyrant backstage after the show.
Can’t wait for 80’s night.
Agree with heart about camera panning to couples not paying attention or contestants on their phones…so bad!
Britt and Johnny were my favorites of the night. Jesse and AJ are the ones I keep forgetting about this season. So many sweet contestants I wasn’t familiar with…Nev, Jeannie, Vernon…
I feel like losing Len and gaining Derek has really made this season watchable for me! CAI and Bruno seem much less ridiculous than usual, and seem inspired to give actual critiques. I don’t miss Bruno and Len arguing at all. Now fast forwarding through Tyra whereas in the past few seasons I skipped the judges comments at least half the time.
Thanks for all the great blogging! Reading the commentary here is always such a nice addition to the season!
I almost missed the part where you mentioned, Val has gotten the same comments in the past, most recently being Laurie, and wanted to say the same thing. Though I also agree with the comment that he has been tougher with other partners before.
Now to talk about Mark: I don’t think he’s much better. I recently rewatched Sadie’s trio foxtrot where she messed up. You can see how frustrated he was and slightly how scared she was. That wasn’t that far back. I love Mark, might even be my favorite pro on the show but he isn’t always the nicest.
Going in I figured Anne would be going home tonight particularly since they are giving Chrishell such good scores right now. Monica has no personality but I do appreciate her calling Val out. I continue to love Justina and Nev. And looks like Johnny’s breakthrough last week was a true breakthrough. Skai needed a good dance last night although her scores make me wonder if she’s getting the votes.
Also can we stop calling Tyra Tyrant – the online hate is ridiculous. You can not like her hosting without resorting to name calling.
Laurie/Larla, pick a name. And you don’t get to tell people how they’re allowed to think, feel, or act about the show. If it bothers you so much, leave.
I actually thought Tyrant did marginally better last night than she has thus far. The difference between her and Tom was unusually stark at the end of the show, however…Tom would have handled that with a great deal more humor and grace. And of course she still manages to make everything about her.
Well, they all have their moments, Max, even young Derek had bad moments. But I’m talking about history and consistent behavior. That’s where Val gets in trouble. Seems in recent years his partners always get hurt as well.
@PH – Adding this, although I mention it in my power rankings this week: the more recent example of Val’s lack of empathy was Victoria Arlen in season 25 – the one with an actual physical disability, and Val got frustrated with her because “Most of my partners are already dancers, so I’m not used to having a partner with no dance experience.” Tears were shed; Val learned nothing.
Power rankings are up: https://www.puredwts.com/2020/10/06/puredwts-season-29-week-4-power-rankings/#more-77583
Tyra does not fit this show. Why do they keep putting her in those ridiculous clothes? The show is about dancing not super models and their outrageous outfits!
Tyra does not fit this show. Why do they keep putting her in those ridiculous clothes? The show is about dancing not super models and their outrageous outfits!
I have already commented on this and it has NOT GOTTEN BETTER!