Dancing with the stars Viennese Waltz,
11th season of Dancing with the Stars premiered on ABC Monday night, with Dirty Dancing actress JENNIFER GREY and pro partner DEREK HOUGH grabbing the early lead after an emotional Viennese waltz. Watch it here
Jennifer Grey and Derek Hough Dancing with the stars Viennese Waltz
Grey and Judge CARRIE ANN INABA were both close to tears after the actress’ ballroom performance when they recalled her Dirty Dancing co-star, the late PATRICK SWAYZE. Judge BRUNO TONIOLI also referenced the late actor and Grey’s character from the movie when he said, “Baby is back where she belongs. I know someone up there will be very proud of you.”
There’s a three-way tie for last place between comedian MARGARET CHO, Jersey Shore cast member MIKE “THE SITUATION” SORRENTINO and actor DAVID HASSELHOFF, and their respective partners.
There were reports earlier in the day that contestant BRISTOL PALIN’s mom, former Alaska Governor SARAH PALIN, would be in the studio audience, but the teen told Judge Bruno her mother was not in attendance.
Here’s a rundown of last night’s performances:
-- AUDRINA PATRIDGE of The Hills and pro partner TONY DOVOLANI hit the ballroom floor first for a Cha Cha Cha danced to KATY PERRY’s “California Gurls.” Judge LEN GOODMAN said Audrina had good technique and Judge BRUNO TONIOLI said she looked like a “beautiful show pony” that needed to be pushed into shape. Judge CARRIE ANN INABA said Audrina had “cojones” to dance a solo the first time out. Overall score: 19 out of a possible 30.
-- Former NFL quarterback KURT WARNER and ANNA TREBUNSKAYA danced the Viennese waltz. Bruno said the former NFL MVP was a “natural” and had “great potential.” Carrie Ann said Warner had grace, but Len disagreed, saying there was very little to commend. Overall score: 19/30.
-- Disney Channel star KYLE MASSEY and LACEY SCHWIMMER danced the Cha Cha Cha. Carrie Ann said Kyle was “dynamite.” Bruno said Kyle’ performance was “divine entertainment.” Overall score: 23/30.
-- Former NBA champion RICK FOX and CHERYL BURKE danced the Viennese waltz. Len said Rick danced with great energy and had good posture. Carrie Ann agreed, telling Fox his posture was “ridiculously gorgeous.” Overall score: 22/30.
-- Comedian MARGARET CHO and LOUIS VAN AMSTEL danced the Viennese waltz to “We Are the Champions.” Cho got wrapped up in her gold cape, but said afterward it was done on purpose. She also fell down at the end. The judges all agreed that Cho had potential and she should not have introduced comedic elements into the waltz. Overall score: 15/30.
-- Singer BRANDY and MAKSIM CHMERKOVSKIY danced the Viennese waltz. Carrie Ann told Brandy the performance was wonderful. Bruno said "I love the taste of Brandy." Overall score: 23/30.
-- Self-described “teen advocate” BRISTOL PALIN and MARK BALLAS danced the Cha Cha Cha to “Mama Told Me Not to Come.” Len said it was a very acceptable performance. Bruno told Palin she was in “virgin territory,” but did well. Carrie Ann said she was impressed and told Palin, “I see a future for you.” Overall score: 18/30.
-- Brady Bunch mom FLORENCE HENDERSON and CORKY BALLAS danced the Cha Cha Cha. Bruno called the 76-year-old actress “spunky.” Len said the performance was entertaining. Overall score: 18/30.
-- Singer MICHAEL BOLTON and partner CHELSIE HIGHTOWER danced the Viennese waltz. Carrie Ann noticed that Bolton allowed Hightower to lead. Len complimented Bolton on getting through the first week. Overall score: 16/30.
-- Jersey Shore cast member MIKE “THE SITUATION” SORRENTINO and KARINA SMIRNOFF danced the Cha Cha Cha to “Break Your Heart.” Len said “The Sitch” was under-rehearsed, referring to his physique by adding “You’ve got the guns but not the ammunition.” Overall score: 15/30.
-- Dirty Dancing actress JENNIFER GREY and reigning champion DEREK HOUGH danced the Viennese waltz to “These Arms of Mine.” Bruno referenced Grey’s character from Dirty Dancing and the late PATRICK SWAYZE when he said, “Baby is back where she belongs. I know someone up there will be very proud of you.” Carrie Ann was brought close to tears by Grey’s performance. Overall score: 24/30
-- Actor DAVID HASSELHOFF and pro partner KYM JOHNSON danced the Cha Cha Cha to the TOM JONES song “Sex Bomb.” Len reacted to the performance by declaring, “David, it’s never too early to panic.” Bruno said there was no timing whatsoever in the performance, calling it a “potpourri of insanity.” Overall score: 15/30.
The team that receives the lowest combined total of viewer and judges votes will be voted off on Tuesday night’s results show. The evening will also feature live performances from SANTANA, DAUGHTRY and INDIA.ARIE. The Dancing with the Stars results show airs at 8:00 p.m. Eastern.
(source:kbsradio.ca)
