(S05E09)Tom opened the show talking about a night where controversy rocked the ballroom. I wouldn't call it so much rocking, as I would annoying, but that's just me. It does appear that some of that will be put to rest now. Len made a point of praising the pros for their excellent work, but warned them that he didn't want to see any more lifts. From here on out, they will incur a penalty from the judges.They went right to the recap after that. Mark was really happy to be called the little engine that could. Floyd talked about his new experience, calling ballroom dancing better than hip-hop. Mel took the truck driver comment in good stride, asking for the truck driver vote. Jane was left trying to defend the lift again. Jenny ignored that lift nonsense and said she looks forward to continuing to improve. Cameron was excited about his three nines. As you would expect, Sabrina was thrilled to have the first perfect score of the competition.
Tom and Samantha ran through the scores once again before throwing it to Len for the announcement of the encore. This week they chose Cameron & Edyta's paso doble. I was actually expecting to see Sabrina & Mark here, after garnering the first perfect score of the season, but this was a good choice. It wasn't the best performance this week, but I think getting an encore could really help Cameron. The dancing is a big part, but at this point in the competition, so is the confidence. Being chosen for the encore can only help him in that regard.
Gloria Estefan was supposed to be the musical guest tonight but couldn't make it. In her stead, some of the DWTS singers performed "Rhythm Is Gonna Get You". Tony, Elena, Anna, and Maks took to the floor to perform with them. It was another of the fantastic pro performances that we've come to expect from the results show. I would have liked to see Gloria Estefan, but the band did a nice job standing in.
They went to the audience reactions and the crowd was rather excited, with one woman calling it the most fantastic season ever. That's pretty high praise right there. Another woman blamed Carrie's love life for her attitude the night before. Ashley DelGrosso, with her baby in tow, popped up to say that she did see some lifts in the performances. Ian Ziering thought Jennie was terrific.
Then it was off to the first of the results. Sabrina & Mark and Cameron & Edyta were first up. Both of them will be back next week. Before the commercial they teased that Wayne would be presiding over the reunion of Cheryl and Drew.
Tom announced that next week their special guest will be Jennifer Lopez, and then he threw it to Jimmy and Guillermo. Guillermo was in a neck brace and on crutches. Apparently he suffered an injury while trying to dance like a Cheetah Girl. This week, they were trying to explain how the dancers get so tan. Guillermo was impressed with Mel B's tan, so he went in to get his own. He came out shrunken and wrinkled. Wow, I really don't like Jimmy Kimmel.
Next up, it was time for the stars of dance performance with Wade Robson. It was a circus inspired performance with Wade running the show as the magician. It opened with Wade solo in front of a curtain. Then he opened the curtain to reveal the huge set out on the dance floor. He brought eight other dancers along for the ride. I'm told that one of them was So You Think You Can Dance vet Travis Wall, but the crazy wardrobe and makeup made it difficult to recognize any of the other dancers. There was a bit of the Wade Robson Zombiator in effect, but overall it was a very inventive number. Another solid entry for the stars of dance series.
After another break it was time for Cheryl & Drew to perform with Wayne. Wayne got the stage to himself to open as he sang "Danke Schoen". He got a nice reaction, but the crowd really cheered as Cheryl and Drew entered. The lift rule was definitely not in effect as Drew spun Cheryl and lifted her over his shoulders. Tom later revealed that they put the whole thing together in under twenty four hours. Considering that, it was a pretty impressive performance.
Off to the pre-taped package we got a piece on partnerships, featuring the famous duos of Robin Roberts & Diane Sawyer. Russel Simmons & Rev Run, and Joan Rivers & Melissa Rivers. Run kicked things off talking about trust. Joan and Melissa looked at Julianne as Helio's crew chief. Robin liked the Marie and Jonathan relationship. Talk of respect brought up Floyd and Karina and Jane and Tony. For chemistry they highlighted Cameron and Edyta. Joan thought that being a soap star helped in that regard. Robin liked Mel B and Maks. Finally, considering commitment, they brought up Mark's hard work.
Back to the results. Mark & Kym and Floyd & Karina were up next. Mark & Kym were safe! He continues to surprise me week after week. Floyd & Karina weren't a surprise, as they ended up in the bottom two. Samantha was backstage with Mark & Kym and Mel & Maks. Mark thanked the viewers and promised to work harder, harder, harder. Mel was still nervous, not knowing if they would be safe.
Another pre-taped package gave us a look at the fear the show brings. It was ok, but these packages really are becoming one of the weaker parts of the results show. I could go for another dance performance or two instead. Marie said the fear is doing something wrong with the steps. Jane said the show has been giving her nightmares. Cameron's fear is dropping Edyta. Sabrina is scared by walking down the stairs. Jennie's greatest fear was falling. She said that the fall earlier in the competition gave her confidence, because she learned that she can come back. Floyd's fear was letting Karina down. Mark's was failing. That's what keeps him practicing.
And with that, two more couples got results. Jennie & Derek and Helio & Julianne were put on the spot. Both of them were safe and moving on to week five. Rounding out the results Marie & Jonathan and Jane & Tony were safe, leaving Mel & Maks in the bottom two. That one did surprise me.
Before getting to the results Tom went to the judges. Carrie Ann was shocked that Mel & Maks were in the bottom two. Len said that if Floyd continues, he needs to work on his technique. When asked who should be going home, a surprisingly candid Bruno said that Melanie is the best dancer and should stay.
In the end, Floyd & Karina were eliminated. Floyd said that it was marvelous to be on the show and thanked everyone involved. He got a plug in for his fight and they headed off for their last dance. That was the expected elimination in most circles, but Floyd still comes out of the competition looking good. He took the competition seriously and put forth the effort. It all leaves me wondering just how powerful that Cuban voting block will turn out to be.
Erin will be back next week for round five. Until then, be sure to vote for your favorite couple in AOL's poll! Also, join AOL's Dancing With The Stars live chat (Mondays & Tuesdays, 7:30pm ET) and voice your opinion!
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10-17-2007 @ 3:26AM
D Colin said...
okay-- am I the only one who thinks mark Cuban could be buying his votes. He hasn't been in the bottom two for two weeks. I don't think he's a great dancer by any means-- and I don't see a personality that would make me vote for him. Just something about the guy. I do think Floyd needed to be in the bottom two (there was just something about his dancing that wasn't right, but I like him more than Mark) -- but Mel B., how is that possible. I don't get it. I was shocked!
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10-17-2007 @ 6:57AM
belle810tv said...
I like Jane Seymour :) :) Always did, and she did amazingly.
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10-17-2007 @ 8:29AM
Dave said...
These are famous duos? Where do Robin Roberts and Diane Sawyer work together? And who the heck are Russel Simmions and Rev Run? How about using partners that people have actually heard of?
I knew Cameron would get the encore. It was a significant improvment for him so the judges rewarded him.
I wish they would identify the "famous" people in the audience comment segment. I had no idea that was Ashley. Every week I read this recap and discover that somebody I should have know was on the night before.
I wish the judges would shut up about the lifts. This show is about entertaining the audience. We like lifts. If they gripe about lifts we're going to vote even more for those dancers. Shut up already.
In the poll you have the Mario/Joey showdown of season 3. Shouldn't that be Mario/Emmitt?
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10-17-2007 @ 8:42AM
fitnesinst said...
I was completely shocked that Mel & Maks were in the bottom two. Mark should have been there instead. I think next week that Mel will blow him away. I do believe I heard that next week is a Latin Dance, so Maks will choreograph an awesome routine. I don't get the lift issue. Is it only in certain dances????? Personally I like the lifts.
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10-17-2007 @ 8:45AM
pat tavalsky said...
I think this is the best season ever. They are all so fantastic dancers. I do not have a favorite at this moment. I like surprises!! I would not miss the show for anything!!!
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10-17-2007 @ 8:51AM
lucky said...
Mark is definitely the worst dancer left, but he has a fan base that likes him. Mel B may dance Ok, but she is obnoxious. I am sick of her big mouth and bossy behavior. I do not know how her partner can put up with her. I was not shocked she was in the bottom two.
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10-17-2007 @ 9:11AM
Angela said...
Am I the only one that thinks they should do away with the Jimmy Kimmel and Guillermo skit? They are not funny at all! When they come on its equivalent to a commercial break for me, I get up and do something else. There has got to be something more interesting they can do to fill that time.
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10-17-2007 @ 9:22AM
Ana Palma said...
I love this program, I think they are terrific dancers, my only question is why don't they dance using the true music for the dance they perform?, tango with a real tango, cha-cha with the true cha-cha, etc., very few times they danced to the true music, I would like to know the reason why.
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10-17-2007 @ 9:28AM
BON said...
OK WEIRD QUESTION I GUESS , IS ANYONE GETTING THE LAST 3 SHOWS IN SPANISH? THE ONLY SHOW WE GET LIKE THAT IS DWTS.. OF COURSE WE STOPPED WATCHING , ONCE THE SHOWS OVER RT BK TO ENGLISH (((AS IT SHOULD BE))FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED WE THOUGHT OT WAS A JOKE BUT ((NOT))
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10-17-2007 @ 9:30AM
Kira Richardson said...
The lift issue is only with some dances. I know some people would rather just break the rules of the standard ballroom dances for entertainment, but then it wouldn't be ballroom. Following the rules within the standards of each dance is part of the challenge, I personally think those standard need to be protected and enforced.
I think Mark should go next. I love Jimmy Kimmel and his skits, and I'm so torn this year between Helio and Sabrina with a strong personal affinity for Jennie Garth... and yet I also thing the rest of the gang (minus Mark) are also really good and improving. This is a strong bunch this year.
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10-17-2007 @ 9:35AM
lynn said...
While I LOVE watching Maks and think he is the best male Pro on the show, Mel B. is just trashy and unlikeable. Though Mel is a good dancer, I consider her somewhat of a trained dancer (like Sabrina, who is a totally TRAINED pro and a raging ringer). When voted off, I'll miss Maks, but that isn't enough to make me vote for Mel. HELIO AND JULIEANN ALL THE WAY. He, unlike Sabrina/Mel, is a total novice withnatural ability, and he is humble and charming.
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10-17-2007 @ 9:35AM
dorothy devlin said...
I think Mark should have been on the bottom. I think Max and Mel were excellent and not worthy of being so low on the scoring.
I enjoy the show so much, it makes me smile the whole hour and a half watching all these ballroom dancers. Its such a happy feeling. Liz
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10-17-2007 @ 9:35AM
Victoria said...
This season doesn't have any real big name stars in it. Therefore, I've barely watched. Mel B is more famous for being Eddie Murphy's baby's mama than anything else. Jane Seymour hasn't done anything significant lately. Wayne Newton is more famous in Las Vegas than anywhere else in the country. Overall, this season is a major disappointment.
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10-17-2007 @ 9:48AM
SUE BRALEY said...
This is definitely the greatest season for me and I've seen them all. No season could be perfect without Maxim, but I do wish they had paired him with someone other than MEL>B. She is obnoxious to say the least.
Wish I could forcast a winner, but I'm sure I would be wrong. The most deserving very seldom wins.Love Tom Bergeron, but if they don't drop JIMMY KIMMEL, I may have to program my DVR to skip Dancing all together. He just leaves a bad atmosphere for the remainder of the evening. DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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10-17-2007 @ 9:52AM
RosemaryZ said...
Karina was annoying. She looked like she knew he was going and she didn't care. The mouthed word also was annoying. She would not be there and in the spot light if it wasn't for these contestants. Be supportive like the others were. Annoying. Floyd should have had a different partner. One who taught him to ballet. That is what he needed. But someone had to go. Karina.
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10-17-2007 @ 9:58AM
Luika said...
I don't understand how Mark or why is still
on the show. Floyd should not have been
elminated, he is a much better dancer than Mark.
Also, Jane is really over rated and when Carrie
Ann cried I thought that was a little fake. Also
Jimmy Kimmel is too silly, I usually skip watching
that part of the show, though I love the show
and have watched from the beginning. Mario is
still my favorite and should have won.
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10-17-2007 @ 10:22AM
RosemaryZ said...
Where is my post I sent awhile ago?
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10-17-2007 @ 10:27AM
helga turner said...
Maybe some of u think marl should not be dancing ,he is the only one sincere and thankful and trying very hard..no he is not the best dancer but has a great personality ....all the dancing in the past there was not one votet who really was the best ,they votet for the most friends they have ..this is my last year of watching it
the judges are rude
the cheeta girl dances like a monkey in the zoo ,she don't deserve the 10 she got..besides that she come from a dancing background,this is all so fixed ....the best dancer is jane seymore ,she has class ..
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10-17-2007 @ 10:32AM
Rosalie said...
I think Wayne Newton should give it up already. Was he singing???
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10-17-2007 @ 10:49AM
Manetta said...
Shows are wonderful. Drop Jimmy Kimmel!!!
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