Shawn Johnson and Derek Hough in DANCING WITH THE STARS - ALL-STARS | ©2012 ABC/Craig Sjodinr
Stars: Emmitt Smith, Kelly Monaco, Melissa Rycroft, Apolo Anton Ohno, Shawn Johnson
Network: ABC, airs Mondays, Tuesdays
Original Telecast: November 19th, 2012
Quirky dances fused with an eclectic mix of music gave way to a night of firsts on DANCING WITH THE STARS, not too mention a homage to Michael Jackson’s BAD album – do they still call it that? – as part of the duos’ second dances. Still, it’s clear who should stay and who should go now, but will the fans agree?
Melissa Rycroft & Tony Dovolani absolutely stupefied the audience with an amazing if not the best Argentine Tango ever seen on the show, which earned them a perfect 30. Along with their 27.5 for their Caveman Hustle they secured a second place finish in the semi finals. Shawn Johnson & Derek Hough managed to creep their way back up the leader board earning the highest marks of the night, a 59 out of 60. They, too, received a perfect 30 tonight. Apolo Anton Ohno & Karina Smirnoff, after having a somewhat difficult time with their big top Jazz number nailed it with their Rumba, also garnering them a perfect score tonight, landing them in third place. Emmitt Smith & Cheryl Burke and Kelly Monaco & Val Chmerkovskiy tied for fourth place with 54 points.
A double elimination tomorrow guarantees two shocking exits from the show before the season finale in one week. Never before has a season been so dependent on the fans. With their scores nearly all outstanding, it’s the fans who will pick the winners next week. Then we will all finally see who is the most popular, not necessarily the best dancer. Just like the president, only the populist votes don’t get him elected. On DWTS, however, it gets you the mirror ball trophy.
Apolo Anton Ohno (Olympic speed skater) and his partner Karina Smirnoff
He slipped and then she had some uncomfortable movements. Len Goodman called his big top Jazz routine a bit awkward. Inaba said she loved the concept. Tonioli said it was surreal and edgy!
Scores: Inaba – 8.5, Goodman – 9.5, Tonioli – 9, Harland – 9
Apolo Anton Ohno (Olympic speed skater) and his partner Karina Smirnoff
Smooth and sexy! Goodman called his Rumba effortless. Inaba said that is what she has been talking about. Tonioli called it perfectly pitched.
Scores: Inaba – 10, Goodman – 10, Tonioli – 10, Harland – 9.5
Shawn Johnson (Olympic gymnast) and her partner Derek Hough
Ridiculously looking…but in a good way! Goodman was so surprised how much he liked it he said well, call me Mary. Inaba thought their Bhangra was great. Tonioli called it a mega hit.
Scores: Inaba – 10, Goodman – 10, Tonioli – 10, Harland – 10
Shawn Johnson (Olympic gymnast) and her partner Derek Hough
She has really become uninhibited since her time on the show three years ago. Goodman said she nailed the Argentine Tango. Inaba, however, thought it lacked passion. Tonioli said it was breathtaking.
Scores: Inaba – 9, Goodman – 10, Tonioli – 10, Harland – 9.5
Melissa Rycroft (TV reality star) and her partner Tony Dovolani
Hilariously entertaining. Goodman said Rycroft never disappoints. Tonioli gave her a grrrrrr. Inaba thought the hustle part was a little off.
Scores: Inaba – 9, Goodman – 9.5, Tonioli – 9, Harland – 9.5
Melissa Rycroft (TV reality star) and her partner Tony Dovolani
Powerful! Those lifts were the best I’ve ever seen! Goodman said he would be incredibly disappointed if she didn’t make the finals. Tonioli said she was possessed in her Argentine Tango. Inaba called her Magnificent Melissa.
Scores: Inaba – 10, Goodman – 10, Tonioli – 10, Harland – 10
Kelly Monaco (actress) and her partner Val Chmerkovskiy
Does he always need to take his shirt off? Goodman loved her Flamenco. Tonioli thought there was a lot of aggression. Inaba said it was more Paso Doble than Flamenco.
Scores: Inaba – 8, Goodman – 9, Tonioli – 8.5, Harland – 8
Kelly Monaco (actress) and her partner Val Chmerkovskiy
A little jerky. Goodman thought their Rumba was a lovely balance. Inaba said it was beautiful. Tonioli called it smoldering.
Scores: Inaba – 9.5, Goodman – 9.5, Tonioli – 9.5, Harland – 9
Emmitt Smith (Ex-NFL’er) and his partner Cheryl Burke
We finally see a goofy side of him. Goodman liked the energy in his Lindy Hop. Inaba thought it was his most animated performance. Tonioli called it Loony Tunes fun.
Scores: Inaba – 9, Goodman – 9, Tonioli – 9, Harland – 9
Emmitt Smith (Ex-NFL’er) and his partner Cheryl Burke
He’s a fighter! Goodman said he coped well throughout the night. Inaba said he brought his “A” game to the Tango. Tonioli loved his intensity.
Scores: Inaba – 9, Goodman – 9, Tonioli – 9, Harland – 9
Who’s going home: Monaco and Smith
Who Has Legs To Take Home The Mirror Ball: It’s Rycroft vs. Johnson!
Stay tuned!
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