Following last week’s somewhat awkward homage to TikTok, Dancing with the Stars returned to fan-favorite territory with its much-loved Disney Night. After an opening number choreographed by Mandy Moore set to “Be My Guest,” the contestants began their rehearsals with lighthearted introductions from Disneyland, celebrating the theme park’s 70th anniversary in Anaheim.
If you’re in search of the Happiest Place on Earth right now, look no further than the DWTS ballroom. The ABC show broke voting records once again last week, leading to the surprising elimination of Lauren Jauregui. Many viewers expected Andy Richter to be the one leaving, yet it was the Fifth Harmony member who said goodbye instead.
Will it be Richter’s turn to exit tonight?
Comedian Andy Richter with partner Emma Slater. Richter danced a lackluster Viennese waltz to a song from Ratatouille, but his endearing personality made up for the mediocrity. Carrie Ann Inaba praised his memorable moments but encouraged him to push for more. SCORE: 18 out of 30
Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World) with Pasha Pashkov. Fishel aimed to make an impact with a Jungle Book-themed quickstep to “I Wanna Be Like You,” but was critiqued by Bruno Tonioli for not maintaining the beat. “Your quickstep was very good, but you were off timing,” he remarked. SCORE: 21 out of 30
Pentatonix singer Scott Hoying with Rylee Arnold. Hoying expressed that he feels he’s finally “broken out of his shell,” yet his salsa lacked the impact of his previous jazz performance. The judges gave him a pass, noting his confidence was key. SCORE: 21 out of 30
Wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin with Witney Carson. Irwin’s entertaining cha cha to the slow “Try Everything” from Zootopia charmed the judges. “You have that Irwin aura,” said Derek Hough. SCORE: 22 out of 30
Host Alfonso Ribeiro announced that the show received over 40 million votes! The bottom three ended up being Richter, Baldwin, and Fishel, with Baldwin facing elimination. Despite the disappointment, she expressed gratitude for the experience and cheered on her fellow contestants.
