Who Was In The Audience – S22, Wk04

Who Was In The Audience –

Season 22, Week 04

Rumer Willis:  

Rumer Willis

Hey!  Rumer is back!!  The beloved Mirror Ball Champion of DWTS’ 10^th Anniversary Season, Season 20; and, of course, the eldest Daughter of famous Hollywood Actor, Bruce Willis (Yippee ki-yay!!), Rumer could be seen seated ringside among the Ballroom’s live Audience to cheer on her former Pro partner, Valentin Chmerkovskiy!

Florence Henderson:  

L-R: Rumor Willis and
Florence Henderson

“Mrs. Brady” to many, this former Brady Bunch star and DWTS Season 11 Competitor was present on Monday night to enjoy all of Week 04’s Disney action!

Maksim Chmerkovskiy:  

L-R:  Val Chmerkovskiy, Ginger Zee,
Maksim Chmerkovskiy, and Dominic Bowden

Hiya, Maks-y!!  This former Pro and beloved Season 18 Mirror Ball Champion could be seen serving in the role of co-Host to All Access’ Dominic Bowden!

Tiffany Trump:  

Tiffany Trump

The Daughter to famed Billionaire and Presidential Candidate, Donald Trump, Tiffany was there to cheer for her Mother, Trump Ex, Marla Maples, on her last night of Competition.

Noah Galloway:  

An American War Hero and beloved DWTS Alum, Noah placed in an incredible 3^rd Place overall for the show’s 20^th Season, along with his then Pro partner, Sharna Burgess, despite being a Double Amputee.

Kenzembe Ajamu Coleman and Claire Stoermer:  

The Father and Mother to Season 16 Alum and subsequent First Runner-Up, Zendaya Coleman, Kenzembe and Claire were seen yet again in the show’s live Audience, cheering on their Daughter as she returned to the Ballroom once more in the role of Guest Judge for the Evening.

Ben Aaron:  

Ben Aaron

The Husband to Season 22’s Contestant, Ginger Zee, Ben was there to (Enthusiastically!) root for his favorite “Disney Princess” as she earned the first Highest Score of the Night and Season for her Feminine Foxtrot!

Richard Sherman: 

Richard Sherman

(Wow!  … No, WOW!!)  The one half of the world-famous, musically immaculate Sherman Brothers team, this greatly beloved Composer/Lyricist was present n Monday night’s Ballroom to enjoy the evening’s Disney-inspired festivities while also hearing the modern interpretations of some of his masterful Disney Compositions! … Nooo pressure, you guys!!

Who Was In The Audience – S22, Wk02

Who Was In The Audience –

Season 22, Week 02

Marlee Matlin:  

Marlee Matlin

This former DWTS Competitor was likely there to support her fellow dancing Deaf Contestant, Nyle DiMarco.
The very first Deaf Celebrity to have competed in the past, Marlee Placed 7th for Season 06, along with Pro, Fabian Sanchez.

Joey Fatone:  

Joey Fatone

An N'Sync Singer and a well beloved DWTS Alum, this Ballroom regular Placed 2^nd for Season 04 of the show and 12^th for Season 15's All Star Season, competing both times with Pro, Kym Johnson!

Noah Galloway:  

Noah Galoway

Hey, ALRIGHT, it's Noah!  This Season 20's 3^rd Place Finalist could excitingly be spotted up on the Ballroom’s Balcony, sharing laughs and catching up with his former Professional Partner, Sharna Burges!

Ben Aaron:  

Ben Aaron

Husband to Season 22 Contestant, Ginger Zee, and current co-Host of the hit Comedy Talk Show, Crazy Talk, this 3-time Emmy Award winner could be seen in DWTS’ live audience, full of enthusiasm for his wife’s Samba and cheering like mad!


Nicole “Snooki” LaValle:  This former, pint-sized DWTS Contestant and Jersey Shore Alum could be seen in the Ballroom's live Audience cheering on her Professional dance partner, Sasha Farber!  Snooki and Sasha were paired together for Season 17, placing 8^th overall, during Sasha's first and only ever other run as “Pro” on the show!

Cheech Marin:  

Cheech Marin

This famed Actor and Comedian was presumably present in the Ballroom to cheer on DWTS Pro, Peta Murgatroyd, and her newest Celebrity partner, NyleDiMarco!

Back in Season 19, Peta was partnered with Marin's longtime Friend and fellow Comedian, Tommy Chong, the Couple making it to an incredible 5^th Place, allowing this lovable, fan-favorite Duo to finish out their fantastic Season with well-deserved title of Semifinalist!

Kim Zolciack:   Kim Prozac (Er, I meant “Zolciack”!), former Competitor Celebrity dance partner of Pro, Tony Dovolani, for DWTS’ Season 21.

Andrea Barber:  

Andrea Barber

Bringing the Party “Gibbler Style!”, devoted Friend and fellow Fuller House Cast member, Andrea, was there to root for “Team D.J.” ’s other half, Jodie Sweetin!

John O'Hurley:  

John O'Hurley

A well-known and greatly beloved Actor and Television Personality, Hurley also competed for DWTS’ very first Season, finishing as the Cast's  First Runner Up, along with his Professional dancing partner, Charlotte Jorgensen.

Shawn Stockman:  A long-time Friend and fellow Boyz II Men Singer, Shawn, was present once more to support Season 22’s Rapidly Rising star, Wanya Morris!

Members of the NFL’s Denver Broncos:   Duke Ihenacho, T.J. Ward, and Omar Bolden, were all back in the Ballroom on Monday night, cheering on Super Bowl L’s beloved MVP, Von Miller!

Nico DiMarco:  The Fraternal Twin of Nyle DiMarco was once again back in the Ballroom and rooting for his Brother during his Richly Romantic Rumba!

Alexa Flutie:  The Dancing Daughter of Football Legacy, Doug Flutie, Alexa could be seen seated within DWTS’ live Ballroom Audience, cheering on her Paso-ing Pops!

Who Was In The Audience – DWTS S21, Wk06

Who Was In The Audience –

DWTS S21, Wk06

Stephen “tWitch” Boss:  The Husband of DWTS Pro, Allison Holker, and soon to be father, was there to support his wife and her Celebrity partner, Andy Grammer, when they danced their fabulous Jazz to “Good Morning” from Singing In The Rain.

Noah Galloway:  This Heroic War Veteran and Season 20's 3^rd Place Finalist could be seen sitting on the live audience’s front row cheering on his former Dance Partner, Sharna Burgess, and Nick Carter following the Couple’s groovy, Saturday Night Fever-themed Samba!

Terri and Robert Irwin:  These well-known faces were there to cheer on Season 21 Sweetheart Bindi Irwin and her Partner Derek Hough as they deftly recreated the iconic climax of the 1987 dance classic, Dirty Dancing.

Chandler Powell:  There to support his “Baby”, Bindi Irwin.  Chandler was seen chatting it up with Bindi and All Access’ Host, Dominic Bowden.

A Focus On The Finalists (Part 02) – Noah & Sharna

A Focus on the DWTS Finalists of Season 20

NOTE:  This is a "Part 02"

Click HERE to see the "Part 01" post.

Ah, me!  Another DWTS Season has come and gone … and what a season!

It was an incredibly exciting and close Finals race for Dancing with the Stars’ 10^th Anniversary Season; and, unlike some Finals from the past, that Mirror Ball Trophy really was anybody’s game!

That is why, despite the fact that Rumer Willis and Valentin Chmerkovskiy have already been crowned the Mirror Ball Champions of Season 20 (Yaaay!!  I love me some “Valenrue”!), I thought it only fair to submit this follow-up feature:  Focus on the Finalists!

DWTS Season 20 Finalists
L-R: Rumer & Val, Riker & Alison, and Noah & Sharna 

Following an amazing Wk 01 Cha-cha-ing debut, it was immediately obvious to us all that this was merely the beginning of a “beautiful friendship” and a most memorable partnership for Noah Galloway and Sharna Burgess.

Noah Galloway and Sharna Burgess
" ... the beginning of a beautiful friendship. "

A heroic and moving story, combined with a good-hearted “No Excuses” attitude and an incredible ability for (often extremely-difficult) lifts, helped Noah to initially stand out from his celebrity counterparts; but, Noah quickly added to all these an undeniable talent for the art of Ballroom Dancing!

Noah & Sharna's Week 04 Contemporary -
Noah was Amazing!

Absolutely stunning!!

In Wk 02, Noah’s cowboy-themed Samba had us all cheering “Yee-haw!”;  and, the sweet surprise visit of a long-time-absent girlfriend had us all grinning like total saps;

A happy and a beautiful moment  in the Ballroom 
as Jamie Boyd returns earlier than expected 
and surprises boyfriend, Noah Galloway!

Aaawwww!  <sniff>  Beautiful!
You go, Jamie!

but, it was his Wk 03 Argentine Tango that left us thinking, “Wow, this Season 20 couple really has what it takes …”!

Noah & Sharna - Latin Night

Noah & Sharna wowed us all with their
exceptional Week 03 Argentine Tango!

A slew of impressive dances soon followed suit, including an emotional and patriotic Wk 04 Contemporary, a flowing and romantic Wk 06 Rumba 

Noah & Sharna's Rumba
 was soft, flowing, and beautiful!
DWTS S20,Wk06 - Spring Break Night

(Granted, not quite as romantic as his soon-to-follow proposal to that same devoted girlfriend, Jamie Boyd, during Wk 09’s Semifinals, 

" ...This song, 'The Time of my life', you give that to me ... "
were the words of Noah Galloway as he began his
proposal to girlfriend, Jamie Boyd.
< sniff > ... Okay, now I really am gonna cry!

Not a dry eye in the Ballroom as
Noah and Jamie shared True Love's Kiss! 

but still, a solid second!), a beautiful Wk 09 Viennese Waltz, and a powerful Wk 09 Paso Doble!

Sergeant Noah Galloway totally killed
( hacked in pieces, burned the pieces,
stomped on the ashes) this Paso Doble!!

But, I cannot (and will not) mention Noah’s wonderful Ballroom prowess without next making mention of the one who made it all possible for him, Sharna Burgess:

Noah & Sharna - The Cha Cha
DWTS Season 20, Week 01

Since joining the professional cast of Dancing with the Stars in Season 16, Sharna’s dancing and choreography have always been a treasured part of the show; but, this season, she revealed to us yet another layer of choreographing brilliance when she took her creative genius to all-new, innovative heights and presented to us some truly amazing and unforgettable performances, thereby cementing herself as one of the show’s all-time best!!

Noah & Sharna - The Argentine Tango

Noah & Sharna's Waltz
This dance was Amazing!  Sharna, what brilliant choreography!

Leaving in their wake a marked impression on the “Glitter Dome” and often not a dry eye in the house, Noah & Sharna wound up dancing their way right to the Finals; and, were subsequently rewarded with 3^rd Place!

Noah & Sharna's Freestyle

Season 20, Week 10 - DWTS Finals, Day 1

Absolutely Amazing!!

Quite literally a DWTS Pair like no other, Noah & Sharna are sure to go down in Dancing with the Stars History as one of the show’s most memorable and endearing couples!

Noah & Sharna
Season 20, Week 07 - Eras Night

A Focus On The Finalists (Part 01) – Riker & Allison

A Focus on the DWTS Finalists of Season 20

NOTE:  This is a "Part 01"

Click HERE to see the "Part 02" post.

Ah, me!  Another DWTS Season has come and gone … and what a season!

It was an incredibly exciting and close Finals race for Dancing with the Stars’ 10^th Anniversary Season; and, unlike some Finals from the past, that Mirror Ball Trophy really was anybody’s game!

That is why, despite the fact that Rumer Willis  and Valentin Chmerkovskiy have already been crowned the Mirror Ball Champions of Season 20 (Yaaay!!  I love me some “Valenrue”!), I thought it only fair to submit this follow-up feature:  Focus on the Finalists!

DWTS Season 20 Finalists
L-R: Rumer & Val, Riker & Alison, and Noah & Sharna 

An explosive pair right from the start, Riker Lynch  and Allison Holker were (unquestionably) the “dynamite” couple of DWTS, Season 20!

Go, Riker! Go, Riker!
Season 20, Week 01

Every time that Riker & Allison stepped out onto the dance floor, you knew that you were in for a Ballroom treat like no other Season 20 couple could offer … Well, at least not in that characteristically Fast & Furious Fashion!

To be perfectly (albeit brutally) honest, I didn’t think that I much cared for Riker & Allison at the beginning; and, following their Wk01 Jive, I had immediately categorized them as “middle of the pack” contenders … Well!  I’m very happy, indeed, to say that I could not have been more wrong!!

Riker & Allison dancing their Surprisingly Stunning,
If-you-didn't-like-this-couple-before-they-totally-just-won-you-over,
 Fantastic Foxtrot! S20, Wk02

By only Wk02, Riker came out to gracefully explain to us, by means of a beautifully-danced, elegant Foxtrot, that this cousin of the Houghs possessed what is truly an amazing amount of dancing and musical depth … and it only got better from there!

Riker Lynch gets some serious Air Time
during his Week 03 Salsa!

Week by week, and dance by incredible dance, Riker continued to blow us all out of the water (sometimes seemingly literally, as was the case when he donned his now-famous Captain Jack Sparrow costume and performed his terribly-violent and splendidly-executed Wk 05 Paso Doble!) 

" ... and really bad eggs ... "

with his terrific showmanship, his insanely-great, technical know-how, AND his naturally-fun, super-nice, and downright loveable personality!

In fact, it wasn’t too far along into the competition before I found myself wondering if just maybe this adored R5 singer and bass player had not chosen the wrong career path!

Riker & Allison's Samba was
Fantastically-Fun, Exceptionally-Entertaining,
Furiously-Fast, & Positively-Perfect!  <whew!>

But I don’t really know that all of this dancing greatness might have been possible for Riker, were it not for the Particularly-Perfect Pairing with his Professional Partner, Allison Holker.

Riker & Allison playing the cutest nerds ever
in their S20,Wk06 Team Dance.

After what began as a bit of a rocky start during her professional Dancing with the Stars debut (Season 19),  Allison managed to turn it all completely around and carve out a niche for herself as being one of the best! … And well-deservedly so!! 

Riker & Allison Danced an amazing Quickstep!
Season 20, Week 07 - Eras Night

Allison was on absolute Fire all season long with her stupendous choreography, and what are - obviously - some seriously-mad teaching skills!

A dramatic pause in Riker & Allison's Viennese Waltz
Season 20 Week 08 - America's Choice Night

In the end, this dancing duo happened to fall just short of winning that Golden Mirror Ball Trophy; but, it matters not one jot for the team of Riker & Allison who will, no doubt, always be remembered as one of DWTS’ greatest couples!

Riker & Allison Puttin' On The Ritz
for their glamorous Freestyle!
DWTS Season 20 Week 10 - The Finals, Day 1

Here are just a few more of  Riker & Allison's best moments on Dancing With The Stars, Season 20.

Riker & Allison in their Trio Dance with Brittany
Season 20, Week 08 - America's Choice Night
You guys totally killed it!

Riker & Allison perform a Contemporary Dance

 during DWTS, S20, Wk09. 

Contemporary is always 50-50 for me ...
Sometimes it's really good; but, sometimes 
it's just used as an excuse to be art-sy. 
Well, in Riker & Allison's case ...
it was used as an excuse to kick some serious @$$!

Riker & Allison dance The Argentine Tango,

with Julianne Hough - S20, Wk09 - Judges' Pick Round.

I loved everything about this dance!
The setting, the music, (of course) the dancing, all of it!
It really was one the best Argentine Tangos
I've ever seen on the show!