The Miz (WWE Superstar) is partnered with Witney Carson and dancing the Cha Cha to Butter by BTS-- Len said very impressed, a little flat footed, but he'll work on that. Carrie Ann loved his energy, she said in some places he hit it too hard. Len said better than expected. I agree, great energy and better than what I expected him to be. Score: 24 out of 40
Iman Shumpert (NBA Player) is partnered with Daniella Karagech dancing a Jive to Hey Ya by Outkast -- Bruno said Jive is a hard dance for tall people and gave him some helpful criticism. Len was booed because he called it too casual/ loose. Derek said he agreed with Len from a content standpoint but though it was great for a first week. I loved this! So fun, I loved Iman's energy. He moves well for a tall guy. Score: 21 out of 40
Olivia Jade (influencer) is partnered with Val Chmerkovskiy dancing a Salsa to Juice by Lizzo-- Carrie Ann said proud of your confidence, great legs. Len said it clean, clear, and polished. Derek said you're a great performer, great first dance. She was fun! Val made that choreography play to her strengths. Score: 25 out of 40
Jimmie Allen (Country Singer) is partnered with Emma Slater dancing a Tango to The Way I Are by Keri Hilson-- Len said this dance doesn't suit your personality. Derek said great week one frame, great job. Carrie Ann said great first effort. I am watching Jimmie this season, he is a fave of mine; I hope he continues to improve. Score: 22 out of 40
Melora Hardin (The Office) is partnered with Artem Chigvintsev dancing a Tango to Simply Irresistible by Robert Palmer-- Derek said let's go! Bruno said great lines, but you lost balance a little bit. This was one of my faves tonight, Artem is amazing and Melora has the right attitude. She is going to do well. Score: 26 out of 40
Suni Lee (Olympic Gymnast) is partnered with Sasha Farber dancing a Jive to Stay by Kid LaRoi and Justin Bieber-- Bruno said your kicks are precision, but don't look down. Carrie Ann said don't prepare. Len said this was neat and precise, just needed to be a little more free. Derek said less perfection more reflection. I feel like gymnasts always do so well on this show. Her focus and determination are all there. Score: 28 out of 40
Cody Rigsby (Peloton Instructor) is partnered with Cheryl Burke dancing a Tango to Physical by Dua Lipa-- Carrie Ann said you were really tight, relax. Len said you have great presence, keep your head up. You're one to watch. Derek said isolate your top and bottom half, very entertaining. Bruno said love the attitude. Their energy was amazing. I loved the focus in his eyes. Score: 24 out of 40
Amanda Kloots (The Talk co host) is partnered with Alan Bersten dancing a Tango to Dance Again by Jennifer Lopez-- Len said full of tango content, attack and confidence, great first dance. Derek said sensational routine. Carrie Ann said you brought tears to my eyes. I know Nick is smiling down on you. You were an angel dancing, your neck was a little tight, watch that! Another fave of the night, I love Amanda's spirit. She is so good. Score: 28 out of 40
Martin Kove (Karate Kid and Cobra Kai) is partnered with Britt Stewart dancing The Paso Doble to You're the Best by Joe Esposito-- Derek said you have a competitive mindset. Bruno said we need to work on the content. Carrie Ann said I love your commitment to the character. Len said you did a gallant effort. Martin has a quiet confidence that I love. Score: 13 out of 40
Kenya Moore (Real Housewinves of Atlanta) is partnered with Brandon Armstrong dancing the Foxtrot to Kiss Me More by Doja Cat and Sza-- Carrie Ann said you look like a queen out there, well done. Len liked the fluidity and charm. Derek said so much potential. Kenya is definitely refined, I was thinking I was not going to like her, but I did. I am curious to see how she will do on the other danced. Score: 26 out of 40
Christine Chiu (Bling Empire) is partnered with Pasha Pashkov dancing a Tango to Glamorous by Fergie-- Carrie Ann said you're like a diamond in the rough. Len said I liked the routine, you had great control. Derek said I love the dress, frame was beautiful. Bruno said you're a gem, more polish, you'll achieve full brilliance. Loved Pasha, Christine has an elegant look but unsure how far she will go in this. Score: 25 out of 40
Matt James (The Bachelor) is partnered with Lindsay Arnold dancing The Cha Cha to Give it To Me Baby by Rick James-- Len said I would have liked to see more effort. Derek said turn out your feet, great charisma, good performer. Bruno said you have natural stage presence. Carrie Ann said you use the space, A+ on the body rolls. This was an awesome effort, loved Matt's swagger and confidence.
Score: 24 out of 40
Brian Austin Green (90210) is partnered with real life girlfriend Sharna Burgess dancing the Foxtrot to Skate by Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak-- Derek said Brian there was such an ease to you. Bruno said there was sizzling chemistry. Carrie Ann said I love seeing Sharna so happy. Len said Brian you have to work on your feet. This competition is developing into something special. Score: 24 out of 40
JoJo Siwa (TV Personality) is partnered with Jenna Johnson dancing the Quickstep to Are You Gonna Be My Girl by Jet-- Bruno said I love the freedom of expression, there was a bit of a moment but you recovered. Carrie Ann said you were amazing. Len said full of enthusiasm, lost a little bit of control at times. Derek said you were born for Dancing with the Stars. Not sure I would have made this the highest score of the night because it was out of control at times but it was a great first effort. My only issue was it was hard to follow at times and to know who was leading. Score: 29 out of 40
Unfortunately, I think Martin Kove is going to be out unless sentiment saves him.
