Tonight is the night where all of the hard work, injuries, and sacrifice pay off. It has all come down to the Olympic Gymnast, the Naked Guy Nextdoor, and the Bachelorette. Lady Gaga sings, Jeffrey Ross roasts, and the Champion is crowned. LIVE!!! This is the FINALE OF DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The night started out with a performance from Lady Gaga singing her number one hit single "Just Dance" along with all of her male backup dancers.

Belinda Carlisle and her partner Jonathon Roberts returned to the ballroom to perform their Salsa, Denise Richards and her partner Maksim Chmerokovskiy returned to dance their Quickstep, and Holly Madison and her partner Dmitry Chaplin returned to dance their Samba one last time.

Steve Wozniak and his partner Karina Smirnoff returned to the ballroom dance floor to dance their Quickstep. David Alan Grier and his partner Kym Johnson returned to dance his Viennese Waltz, and Steve-O and his partner Lacey Schwimmer returned to dance their Foxtrot.

The new pro dancer that you chose to dance with a celebrity in season nine is Anna Demidova. Good choice America!!! She, and her partner Maksim Chmerokovskiy, danced an encore Quickstep as the newest pro in the Dancing with the Stars family.

Lawrence Taylor and his partner Edyta Sliwinska returned to the ballroom to dance their Jive which had a lot less spirit in it than the last time they did it. Chuck Wicks and his real life partner Julianne Hough returned to dance their Samba one last time.

Lil' Kim and Derek Hough returned to dance floor to perform their Jive as their last dance and Ty Murray and his partner Chelsie Hightower returned to dance their Lindy Hop one last time.

The time has finally come for the final three to dance for their final scores. The first couple up to dance was Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson and her partner Mark Ballas with their Cha-cha-cha. The judges thought that she finally brought out the performance quality and the spot on technique. The judges have their scores, Carrie Ann Inaba, 10, Len Goodman, 10, Bruno Tonioli, 10, a perfect score of thirty.

The second couple up to dance for their final scores was the Bachelor star Melissa Rycroft and her partner Tony Dovolani with their Samba. The judges thought that her Samba was more appetizing the second, it was perfect. The judges have their scores, Carrie Ann Inaba, 10, Len Goodman, 10, Bruno Tonioli, 10, a perfect score of thirty.

The final couple to dance in season eight was Film and Television star Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke with the Argentine Tango. The judges thought their final dance brought triumph to the dance floor, but he stumbled, I saw it!!! The judges have their scores, Carrie Ann Inaba, 10, Len Goodman, 10, Bruno Tonioli, 10, yet another perfect score of thirty.

The dancing is over, but Lady Gaga returned to perform her hit "Love Game" whilst holding what looked like a toilet wand, weird.

Now that the dancing is over, it is now time to announce the couple who has come in third place. That couple is Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani. The couple who came is second was Gilles Marini and Cheryl Burke. Which means, the new champions of Dancing with the Stars are Shawn Johnson and Mark Ballas. And so marks the end of the eighth season of Dancing with the Stars.

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Average Joe

The end has finally arrived. It has come down to the final three couples; Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani, Gilles Marini and Cheryl Burke, and Shawn Johnson and Mark Ballas. Tonight, they dance for their last chance at the coveted mirror ball trophy. LIVE!!! This is THE FINALS OF DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The night started out with the very first Face-off of the season with the Paso Doble. Each couple had a training with one of the judges, Bruno with Shawn, Carrie Ann with Melissa, and Gilles with Len, talk about intimidation. The judges thought that Shawn's Paso was full of excitement but a few missteps. The judges thought that Melissa's Paso was far better than her last Paso. The judges thought that Gilles' dance showed the perfection that they expected from him.
Shawn & Mark, Melissa & Tony, Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Paso Doble
Song: "So What" by P!nk
Shawn's Scores [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 10] = 28
Melissa's Scores [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 9/ Bruno10] = 29
Gilles' Scores [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 10/ Bruno10] = 30

The first couple up to dance in the Freestyle round was Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson with her partner Mark Ballas. The judges thought that her Freestyle was an explosive performance that was going for the gold and it lived up to expectations.
Shawn & Mark
Dance: Freestyle
Song: "Do Your Thing" by Basement Jaxx
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 10/ Bruno 10] = 30
Total: 28 + 30 = 58

The second couple up to dance in the Freestyle round was the Bachelor star Melissa Rycroft and her partner Tony Dovolani. The judges thought that her Freestyle was full of energy, it was a crowd pleaser, but the judges thought it looked a bit disjointed, but who cares what the judges really think anyway.
Melissa & Tony
Dance: Freestyle
Song: "Gonna Make You Sweat" by C+C Music Factory
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27
Total: 29 + 27 = 56

The final Freestyle of the night and the season belonged to Film and Television actor Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke. The judges thought his Freestyle was slick, full of energy, but the judges wanted much dancing coming from him.
Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Freestyle
Song: "Flashdance (What a Feeling)" by Irena Cara
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 10/ Bruno 9] = 28
Total: 30 + 28 = 58

Well, the season is coming to an end, the celebrities have made their final impression, and the judges could very well be mentally insane. Any who, vote, and tune in tomorrow night to see Lady Gaga sing, Jeffrey Ross do his roast thingy, and the crowning of the next champion of Dancing with the Stars.

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Average Joe

Last night, we saw Gilles return to the top of the leaderboard, the first perfect sixty in three seasons, as well as some other pretty amazing routines from all the other couples. Tonight, we see Raphael Saadiq sing, the Macy's Design a Dance winners, and the couple who falls one week shy of the finals. LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The night started out with a performance from Raphael Saadiq singing his number one hit single "One Hundred Mile Dash".

Shawn Johnson and her partner Mark Ballas performed an encore Argentine Tango to "Asi Se Baila El Tango" by Bailongo.

Leaderboard of the Week:
4th Place: Ty & Chelsie
3rd Place: Melissa & Tony
2nd Place: Shawn & Mark
1st Place: Gilles & Cheryl

The first professional couple up to dance in the pro dancer competition Ballroom round was Mayo Alanen and his partner Kym Johnson with the Tango. The judges thought that it had everything that defined a great Tango.

The second professional couple to dance in the Ballroom round of the pro dancer competition was Anna Demidova and Maksim Chmerkovskiy with the Quickstep. The judges thought it was magnificent, radiant, and full of class.

The Macy's Design a Dance competition featured an amazing Quickstep from Mark Ballas, Lacey Schwimmer, Derek Hough, and Julianne Hough to "It Don't Mean a Thing If it Ain't Got That Swing" along with costumes designed by Rebecca Farmer from New York.

Returning in the Latin round of the pro dancer competition was Mayo Alanen and his partner Kym Johnson with the Cha-cha-cha. The judges thought he was a good dancer, but they wondered about his versatility.

The final professional couple dancing in pro dancer competition Latin round was Anna Demidova and her partner Maksim Cmerkovskiy with the Samba. The judges thought she has proved that she is the right choice for next season.
Anna & Maks
Dance: Samba

The new pro dancer for next season will be announced next week during the finale.

The first couple safe for the night was Gilles & Cheryl.

The second couple safe for the night was Shawn & Mark.

The third and final couple safe for the night was Melissa & Tony.

The couple with the lowest combined total, and therefore leaving right now, is Ty and Chelsie. Wow, the started out with 4's and 5's, and he made it to the semi-finals. But, he will not be competing in the finals along with Melissa, Gilles, and Shawn. Tune in next week to see each couple perform for their shot at the trophy.

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Average Joe

Last, week a shockwave was sent through the ballroom as Lil' Kim and Derek shared their last dance. Finally, no more "bionic booty" references. This week, it's the semi-finals and the pressure has never been higher. Each couple takes on two more routines, the audience, and most importantly, the judges. LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The Ballroom Round

The first couple up to dance for the night in the Ballroom round was the Bachelor star Melissa Rycroft and her partner Tony Dovolani with the Quickstep. The judges thought her dance had great musicality, her feet showed improvement, but Bruno and Carrie Ann didn't feel it had the best quality that she usually has.
Melissa & Tony
Dance: Quickstep
Song: "I Got Rhythm" by Ella Fitzgerald
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 10/ Bruno 9] = 28

The second couple up in the Ballroom round was Film and Television actor Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke with the Waltz. The judges thought that his dance was pure perfection and the real way to start the race to the finals.
Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Waltz
Song: "Come Away with Me" by Norah Jones
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 10/ Bruno 10] = 30

The third couple up to dance in the Ballroom round was Olympic Gild Medalist Shawn Johnson and her partner Mark Ballas with the Argentine Tango. The judges thought she really delivered the emotional quality and she nailed her lifts.
Shawn & Mark
Dance: Argentine Tango
Song: "Shall We Dance?" by Gotan Project
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 10/ Bruno 10] = 30

The final couple up to dance in the Ballroom round was Rodeo champion Ty Murray and his partner Chelsie Hightower with the Viennese Waltz. The judges thought that he is truly the most improved dancer and they were truly impressed with how far he has come.
Ty & Chelsie
Dance: Viennese Waltz
Song: "Tuesday's Gone" by Lynard Skynard
Score: [Carrie Ann 8/ Len 9/ Bruno 8] = 25

The Latin Round

The first couple returning to dance in the Latin round was the Bachelor star Melissa Rycroft and her partner Tony Dovolani with the Cha-cha-cha. The judges thought there were moments when she was sensational, but she sometimes lost her momentum.
Melissa & Tony
Dance: Cha-cha-cha
Song: "Save the Last Dance for Me" by Michael Buble
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27
Total: 28 + 27 = 55

The second couple up to dance in the Latin round was Film and Television actor Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke with the Salsa. The judges thought his dance was Gilles Marini at his best and it was worthy of an eleven.
Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Salsa
Song: "I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)" by Pitbull
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 10/ Bruno 10] = 30
Total: 30 + 30 = 60 (The first perfect sixty in forever!!!)

The third couple to dance in the Latin round was Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson and her partner Mark Ballas with the Jive. The judges thought their dance was fast, fun, but it had just a bit too much messing around and not enough Jive.
Shawn & Mark
Dance: Jive
Song: "Reet Petite" by Jackie Wilson
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 8/ Bruno 9] = 27
Total: 30 + 26 = 56

The final couple to dance for the night in the Latin round was Rodeo champion Ty Murray and his partner Chelsie Hightower with the Samba. The judges thought he was the MVP of season eight and he had the determination and the effort of a champion.
Ty & Chelsie
Dance: Samba
Song: "Concrete and Clay" by Martin Plaza
Score: [Carrie Ann 8/ Len 7/ Bruno 8] = 23
Total: 25 + 23 = 48

The competition portion of the semi-finals is over and now it's time to vote for who you think should be in the finals. Tune in tomorrow to see the final elimination of the season and who the lucky final three celebrities are.

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Average Joe

Last night, Shawn and Gilles took a few steps forward, while Ty and Lil' Kim took a few steps back, but the night belonged to Melissa with the comeback of the season. Tonight, Jamie Cullum sings, the pros compete, and one more star will make like a tree and leave. LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The night started out with an encore of the perfect Samba performance from Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani to "Jaleo" by Ricky Martin.

Leaderboard of the Week:
5th Place: Ty & Chelsie
4th Place: Lil' Kim & Derek
2nd Place: Shawn & Mark
2nd Place: Gilles & Cheryl
1st Place: Melissa & Tony

Jamie Cullum performed Frank Sinatra's classic hit "I Get a Kick Out of You" along with professional dancers Agnieszka Kazmierczak and Urs Gaisenhainer.

Kenny Mayne made a return to the ballroom along with Jerry Rice and Len Goodman with Dance Center.

1st Couple Safe: Gilles & Cheryl

The first couple up to dance in the pro dancer competition was Afton DelGrosso and season seven's Cody Linley with the Samba. The judges thought Afton choreographed and she brought some good dancing out of Cody.
Afton & Cody
Dance: Samba
Song: "Dance Like This" by Wyclef Jean feat. Claudette Ortiz

2nd Couple Safe: Melissa & Tony

The second couple to dance in the pro dancer competition was Mayo Alanen and season two's Lisa Rinna with the Quickstep. The judges thanked Mayo for taking advantage of Lisa's startling assets.
Mayo & Lisa
Dance: Quickstep
Song: "Walkin' on Sunshine" Aly & A.J.

The final couple to dance in the pro dancer competition was Anna Demidova with season seven's Maurice Greene with the Tango. The judges thought that their dance was a performance was worthy of the semi-finals.
Anna & Maurice
Dance: Tango
Song: "" by

3rd Couple Safe: Shawn & Mark
4th Couple Safe: Ty & Chelsie (Bottom Two)

The couple with the lowest combined total, and therefore leaving right now is Lil' Kim and Derek. Lil' Kim's bionic booty is gone!!!!! She will not be competing next week in the semi-finals, however Ty, Shawn, Gilles, and Melissa will. Tune in next week to see the fantastic four dance for a spot in the finals.

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Average Joe

Last week, Lil' Kim dominated over all, Team Tango defeated Team Mambo, and the cute couple, Chuck and Julianne, got the boot. This week, the remaining five couples dance two more routines, including a fifteen second solo in their Latin dance. Here it goes again. LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The night started out with a Ballroom cross performance from professional dancers Anna Trebunskaya, Jonathan Roberts, Lacey Schwimmer, Louis Van Amstel, Dmitry Chaplin, and Kym Johnson.

The Ballroom Round

The first couple up to dance in the ballroom round was Olympic Gold Medalist and her partner Mark Ballas with the Quickstep. The judges thought their dance was fast, fun, full of energy, but they broke hold.
Shawn & Mark
Dance: Quickstep
Song: "Friend Like Me" by Robin Williams
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27

The second couple up to dance in the Ballroom round was Rodeo champion Ty Murray and his partner Chelsie Hightower with the Argentine Tango. The judges thought he had the strength and determination but not as smooth as they would like.
Ty & Chelsie
Dance: Argentine Tango
Song: "" by
Score: [Carrie Ann 8/ Len 9/ Bruno 8] = 25

The third couple up to dance in the Ballroom round was Grammy winning Rapper Lil' Kim and her partner Derek Hough with the Waltz. The judges thought she had a bunch of missteps. According to Bruno, "She tried to be a lady, but she's better at being a tramp."
Lil' Kim & Derek
Dance: Waltz
Song: "When I Need You" by Leo Sayer
Score: [Carrie Ann 8/ Len 9/ Bruno 8] =25

Up next to dance in the Ballroom round was Film and Television Actor Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke with the Foxtrot. The judges thought it was very musical, worthy of the semi-finals, and as a performance, it was in a class of its own.
Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Foxtrot
Song: "Fever" by Peggy Lee
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 9/ Bruno 10] = 29

The last couple to dance in the Ballroom round was Bachelor star Melissa Rycroft and her partner Tony Dovolani with the Viennese Waltz. The judges thought she was lighter than air, romantic, and full of beauty.
Melissa & Tony
Dance: Viennese Waltz
Song: "Angel" by Sarah McLachlan
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27

The final three couples in the pro competition are Cody Linley with Afton DelGrosso, Maurice Greene with Anna Demidova, and Lisa Rinna with Mayo Alanen. Tomorrow each couple will be competing for the pro's future in the show, rather than the stars, interesting.

The pros once again danced a Latin cross routine to set a standard for all of the couples dancing in the Latin round.

The Latin Round

The first couple returning to dance in the Latin round was Shawn Johnson and her partner Mark Ballas with the fierce Paso Doble. The judges thought she delivered the drama, her solo was fantastic, and her technique was precise as always.
Shawn & Mark
Dance: Paso Doble
Song: "Gotta Get Thru This" by Daniel Bedingfield
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 9/ Bruno 10] = 29
Total: 27 + 29 = 56

The second couple up to dance in the Latin round was Ty Murray and his partner Chelsie Hightower with the romantic Rumba. The judges thought his dance had charm, his solo was sweet, but he had a case of peacock into a feather duster.
Ty & Chelsie
Dance: Rumba
Song: "Free Fallin" by Tom Petty
Score: [Carrie Ann 7/ Len 7/ Bruno 7] = 21
Total: 25 + 21 = 46

The third couple up to dance in the Latin round was Lil' Kim and her partner Derek Hough with the sizzling Salsa. The judges thought she was in her element, but she had a bunch of missteps through out her routine, and her solo needed a pole.
Lil' Kim & Derek
Dance: Salsa
Song: "Por Arriba, Por Abajo" by Ricky Martin
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27
Total: 25 + 27 = 52

The next couple up to dance in the Latin round was Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke with the sultry Rumba. The judges thought it was the most anticipated Rumba, but his solo was a bit weird and awkward which backfired on him.
Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Rumba
Song: "Sexual Healing" by Marvin Gaye
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27
Total: 29 + 27 = 56

The final couple up to dance for the night in the Latin round was Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani with the spicy Samba. The judges thought that tonight was the night to prove you are worthy of the semi finals, and she deserves to be in the semi finals.
Melissa & Tony
Dance: Samba
Song: "" by
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 10/ Bruno 10] = 30
Total: 27 + 30 = 57

The competition stage of the quarter finals is over, but that's just the beginning. Eleven points separate the top scorer from the bottom and at this point it's anyone's game. Don't forget to vote for your favorite couple and tune in tomorrow to see who gets the boot.

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Average Joe

Last night was one of the most dramatic shows this season. Team Tango dominated over Team Mambo, Lil' Kim took over the top of the leader board, and Melissa's absence shocked the ballroom. Tonight, Robin Thicke sings, the pros dance, and of course, what is going to happen with Melissa? LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The night started out with an encore performance from Lil' Kim & Derek, Gilles & Cheryl, and Ty & Chelsie with their Team Tango danced to "Womanizer" by Britney Spears.

Leaderboard of the Week:
6th Place: Melissa & Tony
5th Place: Chuck & Julianne
3rd Place: Ty & Chelsie
3rd Place: Shawn & Mark
2nd Place: Gilles & Cheryl
1st Place: Lil' Kim & Derek

Robin Thicke performed his hit song "When I Get You Alone" along with professional dancers Alec Mazo, Edyta Sliwisnka, Tony Dovolani, Cheryl Burke, Dmitry Chaplin, and Kym Johnson.

1st Couple Safe: Lil' Kim & Derek
2nd Couple Safe: Ty & Chelsie

Robin Thicke returned to perform his number one hit "Side Step" along with professional dancers Pasha Kovalev and Anya Garnis

3rd Couple Safe: Gilles & Cheryl

The first couple up to dance in the professional competition was Genya Mazo and Afton DelGrosso with the Quickstep. The judges thought fast, full of energy, and it was characterized.
Genya & Afton
Dance: Quickstep

The second couple up to dance in the professional competition was Mayo Alanen and Anna Demidova with the Jive. The judges thought that they both had all of the energy that was required for the Jive and they danced beautifully.
Mayo & Anna
Dance: Jive

4th Couple Safe: Shawn & Mark
5th Couple Safe: Melissa & Tony

The couple with the lowest combined total, and therefore leaving right now, is, the happy couple, Chuck Wicks and Julianne Hough. The rest of my family thought Lil' Kim or Shawn should have gone, and so do I!!! Next week, the remaining five couples will dish it out on the dance floor with two solo dances. Until then…

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Average Joe

Last week, Melissa rose to the top of the leader board, all of the couples busted out in the group dance, and Lawrence was able to get back to his golf game. This week, each couple takes on another routine, plus, Ty, Lil' Kim, and Gilles, take on Shawn, Melissa, and Chuck with the return Team Dances. Let the ballroom madness continue. LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

Melissa was not able to dance tonight due to injuries from last week's performance, news on her later.

The first couple up to dance the first solo dance was Film and Television Actor Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke with the Lindy Hop. The judges thought that the comedic genius came out in a quality Lindy Hop. Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Lindy Hop
Song: "Go Daddy-O" by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27

The second couple up to dance for the night was Grammy Award winning Rapper Lil' Kim and her partner Derek Hough with the Paso Doble. The judges thought her dance was a classic and classy Paso Doble.
Lil' Kim & Derek
Dance: Paso Doble
Song: "El Gato Montes" by Manuel Penella
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 10] = 28

The third couple up to dance for the evening was Country sing and heartthrob Chuck Wicks and his partner Julianne Hough with the Cha-cha-cha. The judges thought his dance was his strongest dance and it definitely put him in the game.
Chuck & Julianne
Dance: Cha-cha-cha
Song: "I'm Outta Love" by Anastacia
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 8] = 26

The next couple up to dance for the evening was Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson and her partner Mark Ballas with the Samba. The judges thought her dance was good but good doesn't exactly make it to the finals, but it was still a good Samba.
Shawn & Mark
Dance: Samba
Song: ""Get Down On It by Kool and the Gang
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 8/ Bruno 9] = 27

Melissa was able to get her scores based on her rehearsal footage and the judges thought her dance was weak, she was careful, but they didn't have much to judge by.
Melissa & Tony
Dance: Jive
Song: "We Got the Beat" by The Go-Go's
Score: [Carrie Ann 7/ Len 7/ Bruno 7] = 21

The last couple to dance a solo routine for the night was Rodeo champion Ty Murray and his partner Chelsie Hightower with the Salsa. The judges thought his dance was a Salsa, the pizzazz was there, he was working his hips, and it left Carrie Ann screaming.
Ty & Chelsie
Dance: Salsa
Song: "Vehicle" by The Ides of March
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 7/ Bruno 8] = 24

Team Mambo

The first team up to dance was Shawn & Mark, Chuck & Julianne, and Tony with the Mambo. Melissa, however, was unable to dance so Lacey Schwimmer took her place. The judges thought there team dance was fun, entertaining, humor, and full of exuberance.
Shawn & Mark, Chuck & Julianne, Lacey & Tony
Dance: Team Mambo
Song: "Single Ladies(Put a Ring on It)" by Beyonce
Score: [Carrie Ann 8/ Len 8/ Bruno 9] = 25

Team Tango

The last dance of the night belonged to the members of team; Tango Lil' Kim & Derek, Gilles & Cheryl, and Ty & Chelsie. The judges thought their team dance was completely in sync as a group and that's what the group dance is about.
Lil' Kim & Derek, Gilles & Cheryl, Ty & Chelsie
Dance: Team Tango
Song: "Womanizer" by Britney Spears
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 10] = 28

The eighth week of competition is over and tomorrow, one more couple's ballroom dreams come to an end. Don't forget to vote for your favorite couple and tune in tomorrow to see who hits the road.

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Average Joe

Last night was a whirlwind of a show. Melissa rose to the top, LT practically phoned in his performance, and of the couples took us back to another time. Tonight, Natasha Bedingfield and Celtic Woman sings, some new professionals compete, and one more couple hits the road. LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

The night started out with a encore performance from all of the couples dancing the 1960's group dance to "369" by Cupid feat. B.O.B.

Leaderboard of the Week:
7th Place: Lawrence & Edyta
6th Place: Ty & Chelsie
5th Place: Lil' Kim & Derek
3rd Place: Chuck & Julianne
3rd Place: Gilles & Cheryl
2nd Place: Shawn & Mark
1st Place: Melissa & Tony

Natasha Bedingfield performed her hit song "Soul Mate" from her C.D. "Pocketfull of Sunshine" along with professional dancers Dmitry Chaplin and Lacey Schwimmer.

1st Couple Safe: Chuck & Julianne
2nd Couple Safe: Melissa & Tony
3rd Couple Safe: Shawn & Mark

Dancing with the Stars is now putting the future of the show in our hands by letting us choose a new pro to compete next season. The six pros competing for this spot are Mayo Alanen, Brent Borbon, Afton Delgrosso, Anna Demidova, Genya Mazo, and Snow Urbin. One couple will be eliminated based on your votes, choose wisely.

The first couple up to dance was Brent Borbon and Afton Delgrosso with the Cha-cha-cha. The judges thought their dance was crisp, clear, but Afton definitely showed more flair.
Brent & Afton
Dance: Cha-cha-cha
Song: "Damaged" by Danity Kane

The second couple up to dance was Mayo Alanen and Anna Demidova with the Waltz. The judges thought their dance was incredibly distinguished, the choreography was fantastic, and they made the Waltz look easy.
Mayo & Anna
Dance: Waltz
Song: "" by

The third and final couple to dance was Genya Mazo and Snow Urbin with the Rumba. The judges thought their dance was fierce and they were very sensual together.
Genya & Snow
Dance: Rumba
Song: "Stop and Stare" by OneRepublic

Celtic Woman performed their version of the hit song "You Raise Me Up" along with professional dancers Eric Luna and Georgia Ambarian.

4th Couple Safe: Lil' Kim & Derek
5th Couple Safe: Gilles & Cheryl
6th Couple Safe: Ty & Chelsie

The couple with the lowest combined total, and therefore leaving right now, is Lawrence and Edyta, thank God, I think he's happy. Tune in next to see your favorite couple dance and the return of the team dances, shoot, I didn't like those last season, oh well. Until then…

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Average Joe

Last week, Gilles got knocked off the top spot, Lil' Kim came in first with the judge's scores, and Steve-O's wild ride ran out of steam. This week, each couple is taking on one more routine and the no-holds-bar 1960s group dance. What could possibly happen this week? LIVE!!! This is DANCING WITH THE STARS!!!!!

This first couple up to dance for the night was Bachelor star Melissa Rycroft and her partner Tony Dovolani with the Argentine Tango. The judges thought it was executed perfectly, she finally was able to bring out the true man eater, and Carrie Ann thought it was the best Argentine Tango yet.
Melissa & Tony
Dance: Argentine Tango
Song: "Mi Confesion" by Gotan Project
Score: [Carrie Ann 10/ Len 9/ Bruno 10] = 29

The second couple up to dance for the night was NFL player Lawrence Taylor and his partner Edyta Sliwinska. OMG!!! Edyta is actually wearing clothes, it's so weird. The judges thought his dance was not terrible but it was not exactly good.
Lawrence & Edyta
Dance: Waltz
Song: "Open Arms" by Journey
Score: [Carrie Ann 7/ Len 7/ Bruno 7] = 21

The third couple up to dance for the evening was Grammy winning rapper Lil' Kim and Derek Hough with the sultry Rumba. The judges thought it was understated and it was also a little underwhelming, that's what happens when you try to please one person.
Lil' Kim & Derek
Dance: Rumba
Song: "Lost Without U" by Robin Thicke
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 8/ Bruno 9] = 26

The fourth couple up to dance for the night was country singer and heart throb, Chuck Wicks and his partner Julianne Hough with the Samba. The judges thought he worked his hips, his technique was flawless, and it was by far their best dance.
Chuck & Julianne
Dance: Samba
Song: "Baila, Baila" by Angela Via
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27

The next couple up to dance for the evening was Rodeo champion Ty Murray and his partner Chelsie Hightower with the Waltz. The judges thought his Waltz had all of the technique and it was definitely one of the biggest comebacks of the season.
Ty & Chelsie
Dance: Waltz
Song: "Strawberry Wine" by Deana Carter
Score: [Carrie Ann 8/ Len 8/ Bruno 8] = 24

Up next to dance fir the night was Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson and her partner Mark Ballas with the Cha-cha-cha. The judges thought she had flawless technique, she was sharp, crisp, and she was like a cheeky little devil.
Shawn & Mark
Dance: Cha-cha-cha
Song: "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" by Michael Jackson
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 10] = 28

The last couple with the last solo dance of the night was Film and Television Actor Gilles Marini and his partner Cheryl Burke with the Viennese Waltz. The judges thought his dance had romance, glamour, and it put them right back in the race.
Gilles & Cheryl
Dance: Viennese Waltz
Song: "I Go to Sleep" by The Pretenders
Score: [Carrie Ann 9/ Len 9/ Bruno 9] = 27

The 1960s Group Dance

It's that time of the season for one of the greatest traditions of the show, the group dance. This is the first time all of the couples are together on the floor at the same time. It's gonna be interesting. Bruno thought the boys produced a performance of superb silliness, Carrie Ann thought the girls brought their A game, and it brought Len back to '64 when he went clubbing in London, interesting.
All of the Couples
Dance: 1960s Group Dance
Song: "369" by Cupid feat. B.O.B.

The seventh week of competition and now it's time to vote. Don't forget to tune in tomorrow to see Natasha Bedingfield, Celtic Woman and one more star will hit the road. I am also gonna take this time to promote a new awesome show that comes on at 10pm. Perhaps you've heard of it, it's called Castle . Check it out.

 

 

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