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Beloved ‘DWTS’ Pros Confirmed, Rumored to Return to the Ballroom For the Series Milestone 500th Episode

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:50:54 +0000

Dancing with the Stars is celebrating a major milestone. The dance competition series will mark its 500th episode with the return of some beloved pros to the ballroom. Who’s returning? Will they be dancing? Here are all the details of the DWTS‘ 500, featuring 33 seasons of mirrorball-worthy performances.

The confirmed and rumored pros returning to for ‘DWTS’ 500

Dancing with the Stars shared details of the special episode, featuring some of the series’ most iconic dances. However, they didn’t reveal any details about returning pros joining the celebration. But some pros appeared to spill the beans on their social media pages.

Sasha Farber shared a video on his Instagram story. In it, he took fans behind the scenes of the episode’s stage blocking.

Peeking her head around pro Gleb Savchenko was Sharna Burgess. The season 27 mirrorball winner looked directly at the camera and smiled in the video clip.

Burgess has not appeared in the series since season 30. She danced alongside her fiance, former Beverly Hills 90210 actor Brian Austin Green. She was not asked back for a pro tribute to the late Len Goodman in season 32.

A Reddit post shared details of other former pros who will likely also return for the milestone episode. These include Mark Ballas, Lindsay Arnold, Karina Smirnoff, and Allison Holker, but ABC has not confirmed their attendance.

The rumored returning pros are connected to 6 tribute dances

To honor DWTS‘ longevity, the remaining six stars will perform dances made famous by pros and stars throughout its history. Each couple will pay tribute to past performances while adding their unique reinterpretation and flair.

Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola and Witney Carson will perform a quickstep to “Hey Pachuco” by Royal Crown Revue, inspired by Helio Castroneves and Julianne Hough’s performance in season 5. The Bachelor‘s Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson dance contemporary to “Work Song” by Hozier, inspired by Riker Lynch and Allison Holker’s performance in season 20.

NBA champion Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach will perform an Argentine tango to “Santa Maria (Del Buen Ayre)” by Gotan Project, inspired by James Hinchcliffe and Sharna Burgess’s performance in season 23. TV star Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong will dance the same style to “Para Te” by Appart in a routine inspired by Kellie Pickler and Derek Hough’s performance in season 16.

Olympian rugby player Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten will perform a quickstep to “Chuck Berry” by Pharrell Williams, inspired by Jordan Fisher and Lindsay Arnold’s performance in season 25. Finally, Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold will Viennese waltz to “Glimpse of Us” by Joji, inspired by Charli D’Amelio and Mark Ballas’ performance in season 3 .

The first dance of the evening uses the same song as ‘DWTS’ first episode

The stars of season 1 of ‘DWTS’ in June, 2005 | Bob D’Amico/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images

DWTS 500 will kick off with an electrifying opening number, choreographed by married pros Pasha Pashkov and Daniella Karagach. As a thrilling nod to the past, the dancers perform a routine showcasing the very same song that opened the first episode of Dancing with the Stars in season one; “Crazy in Love” by Beyonce and Jay-Z.

Dancing with the Stars premiered on June 1, 2005, as a summer replacement series. The first celebrities to compete were Kelly Monaco (who would win the season’s mirrorball), Trista Sutter, Evander Holyfield, Rachel Hunter, Joey McIntyre, and John O’Hurley.

Since then, 394 stars have competed and the series has earned 124 Emmy nominations. Judges Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli have been with the series since day one. They judged alongside the late Len Goodman and are now joined by Derek Hough, a six-time mirrorball winner.

Dancing with the Stars airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney. The series’ latest episode airs the next day on Hulu.

Is ‘Dancing with the Stars’ on Tonight, Nov. 5?

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:16:27 +0000

Dancing with the Stars is one of Tuesday night’s biggest network television draws. The celebrity dance competition series is one of ABC’s most popular, and this season is one of its most exciting yet. As the series passes its midway point and with only six celebrities left in the competition, fans are waiting to see the next set of dances. But, as today is Election Day, is Dancing with the Stars on tonight, Nov. 5, 2024?

‘Dancing with the Stars’ will waltz onto television screens for a special episode

After 33 seasons, Dancing with the Stars remains a draw for families who enjoy a lighthearted competition series that all members can enjoy. From young to old, viewers have become accustomed to the ballroom techniques featured in the series and have made celebrities out of the series’ pros, who garner as much attention as the celebrities they’re paired with.

However, these viewers will have to find a different series to watch tonight, or perhaps head to their favorite streaming service or cable channel, as Dancing with the Stars will not air their regularly scheduled live show. Election Day coverage will dominate the airwaves on most if not all, local networks and many news channels.

Dancing with the Stars will return to its regularly scheduled slot on ABC’s schedule on Nov. 12. The series will celebrate a milestone moment, 500 episodes, with a spectacular installment filled with memories.

‘Dancing with the Stars’ celebrates 500 episodes

After winning 21 Emmys, generating 32 winners, and celebrating 51 pros, 394 stars, and thousands of iconic performances, Dancing with the Stars celebrates its milestone 500th episode on Nov. 12. Season 1 of Dancing with the Stars debuted on June 1, 2005. Thus, six celebrities were paired with six professional ballroom dancers. Tom Bergeron and Lisa Canning were the hosts while Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, and Bruno Tonioli judged.

At the close of season 1, former General Hospital star Kelly Monaco and Alec Mazo took home the series’ first mirrorball. Since that first installment, celebrities, athletes, social media stars, musicians, and showbiz legends have learned ballroom basics in their quest to take home a glittering trophy.

For the series 500th installment, the historic celebration kicks off with an electrifying opening number, choreographed by married pros Pasha Pashkov and Daniella Karagach. Subsequently, as a nod to the past, the dancers will perform to the song “Crazy In Love” by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z, the same tune that opened the first episode of season 1 of Dancing with the Stars.

However, the show promises even more surprises with the return of some fan-favorite faces to the ballroom. Will these be some of the pros who returned to celebrate Len Goodman such as Mark Ballas, Maks Chmerkovskiy, Kym Herjavec, Anna Trebunskaya, Louis van Amstel, Karina Smirnoff, Edyta Sliwinska, and Tony Dovolani?

What types of dances can viewers expect from this very special episode?

In celebration of the 500th episode of Dancing with the Stars, the remaining six celebrities and their pros will dance Contemporary, Quickstep, Argentine Tango, and Viennese Waltz. Thus, to celebrate iconic performances from the past 32 seasons, each couple will pay tribute to dance from the past, adding a unique reinterpretation.

Following, the celebrities and their pros will take on the “Instant Dance Challenge.” They won’t know the dance style or the song until approximately five minutes before performing it live.

Danny Amendola and Witney Carson will perform a Quickstep, inspired by Helio Castroneves and Julianne Hough’s performance in season 5, to “Hey Pachuco” by Royal Crown Revue. Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson will perform a Contemporary, inspired by Riker Lynch and Allison Hol k er’s performance in season 20, to “Work Song” by Hozier.

Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach dance Argentine Tango, inspired by James Hinchliffe and Sharna Burgess’s performance in season 23, to “Santa Maria (Del Buen Ayre)” by Gotan Project. Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong dance an Argentine Tango, inspired by Kellie Pickler and Derek Hough’s performance in season 16, to “Para Te” by Appart.

Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten dance the Quickstep, inspired by Jordan Fisher and Lindsay Arnold’s performance in season 25, to “Chuck Berry” by Pharrell Williams. Finally, Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold will perform a Viennese Waltz, inspired by Charli D’Amelio and Mark Ballas’ performance in season 31, to “Glimpse of Us” by Joji.

Dancing with the Stars airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m., ET on ABC, and Disney Plus. New episodes air the next day on Hulu.

‘Only Murders in the Building’ Co-Creator Defends Choice to Have All Those Season 4 Celeb Guest Stars

Mandi Kerr — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:25:00 +0000

One thing is for sure in Only Murders in the Building Season 4—there are tons of celeb guest stars. But not everyone’s a fan. The Hulu original series has received criticism for including so many guest stars. But co-creator and showrunner John Hoffman’s OK with it. What he said about having celeb guest stars on Only Murders in the Building. Plus, his answer when he asked himself whether it was too much.

[Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from the Only Murders in the Building Season 4 finale.]

‘Only Murders in the Building’ has many celebrity guest stars in season 4

From the start Only Murders in the Building Season 4 set the tone that it’d be star-studded. It began when Oliver (Martin Short), Mabel (Selena Gomez), and Charles (Steve Martin) left New York for Hollywood.

The trio went to Paramount for a meeting with studio executive Bev Melon, played by Molly Shannon. Later they discovered Eugene Levy, Eva Longoria, and Zach Galifianakis were playing them in the movie version of their podcast.

By the time the season wrapped on Oct. 29, 2024, there’d been a whopping 20 celeb guest stars, according to Elle. Only Murders in the Building Season 4 saw the return of Paul Rudd and Jane Lynch (Sazz Pataki). Meryl Streep and Melissa McCarthy memorably fought over Oliver.

Other appearances included Ron Howard, Scott Bakula, Kumail Nanjiani, Richard Kind, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph, just to name a few.

The ‘Only Murders’ creator thinks it makes ‘sense’ given the season’s movie storyline

Speaking to The Wrap, Only Murders in the Building co-creator and showrunner John Hoffman defended the show’s large number of celeb guest stars despite some criticism throughout the season. (Rolling Stone, for instance, said they took the show “too far away from its core characters.”)

“This season I’ve read of some people who are bothered by how many guest stars and all that sort of thing,” Hoffman said. “But I would only say this is a season where we’re at the movies and we’re making a movie. So the people around it should pretty strongly be people who make these things.”

He continued, saying at one point he even questioned the addition of so many celeb guest stars. Ultimately, though, it felt right.

“So that was a concern in certain ways that I was like, ‘Oh, are we going too far with all of this?’ Hoffman said. “But once you get down to it, you’re like, ‘OK, [it’s a] story that has to make sense for this narrative.’”

Téa Leoni guest stars in the ‘Only Murders in the Building’ season finale

The final episode of the season, which dropped on Oct. 29, 2024, isn’t without some new additions. Only Murders in the Building Season 4 Episode 10: “My Best Friend’s Wedding,” includes an appearance by Téa Leoni (via Yahoo).

In it, the Madam Secretary alum plays Sofia Caccimelio, a mysterious woman who asks Charles and Mabel for help. With what? Her husband, Nicky Caccimelio, has gone missing. As it’s not within the walls of the Arconia, Charles and Maybel decline not once but twice. Finally, Sofia hands them her business card revealing her name.

Setting up another mystery for Only Murders in the Building Season 5? Fans have to wait and see what happens when the next season gets underway.

Only Murders in the Building Seasons 1-4 are streaming on Hulu.

The 4 Most Thrilling and Chilling Halloween Routines in ‘Dancing with the Stars’ History

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 20:22:27 +0000

Dancing with the Stars Halloween episode is always one of the season’s most anticipated. Celebrities and their professional partners team up to thrill and chill viewers as they dance for votes and the chance to remain on the series and win a mirrorball trophy. These dances have a lot to live up to, as some of the most iconic routines have appeared during spooky season. Here are 4 of the most unforgettable Halloween routines in DWTS history.

Milo Manheim and Witney Carson (Season 27)

Witney Carson and Milo Manheim ‘Dancing with the Stars’ | Eric McCandless/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images

Milo Manheim and Witney Carson performed an unforgettable contemporary Halloween dance set to 2WEI’s version of Britney Spears’s “Toxic.” It perfectly captured the essence of Halloween; scary and spooky and entertaining as well.

Manheim was seen in a padded cell, and Carson played his nurse. The routine was deeply unsettling, as Manheim wore colored contact lenses and utilized jerky movements to depict a man in deep distress.

By the end of the dance, it was revealed that Carson was a figment of his imagination, and Manheim was left alone. The couple received a perfect 30 for the routine, putting them at the top of the night’s leaderboard.

Iman Shumpert and Daniella Karagach (Season 30) of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

Perhaps one of the most disturbing and electric Halloween routines Dancing with the Stars has ever generated was Iman Shumpert and Daniella Karagach during season 30. The couple performed a contemporary based on Jordan Peele’s horror film Us.

The NBA player and his pro partner were dressed in the movie’s iconic red jumpsuits. They danced to a song from the film’s soundtrack, “I Got 5 on It (Tethered Mix).” This routine earned the duo a perfect score of 40. Shumpert and Karagach would also go on to win the season and take home a mirrorball trophy.

Nev Schulman and Jenna Johnson (Season 29)

Jenna Johnson and Nev Schulman during Halloween night on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ | Eric McCandless/ABC via Getty Images

During season 29, Jenna Johnson and Nev Shulman’s professional partnership took a dark turn on the dance floor as they channeled the film Black Swan. The couple performed a Paso Doble to the song “Swan Lake Remix” by District 78.

Jenna portrayed the white swan while Nev, the darker side. Their performance was a mashup of the traditional ballet and the horror film.

The traditional ballet tells the story of a curse that turns young women into swans during the day and humans at night. The only way to break the curse is through faithful love.

In the film, Nina (Natalie Portman) is a ballerina chosen by her ballet company’s artistic director to replace his prima ballerina for a production of Swan Lake. However, Nina has a competitor, Lily (Mila Kunis) whom he wants to play the Black Swan. A rivalry between the dancers transforms into a twisted relationship.

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Jordan Fisher and Lindsay Arnold (Season 25)

Jordan Fisher and his pro-partner Lindsay Arnold danced a routine to a nightmarish rendition of the children’s story, “Little Red Riding Hood.” They danced a Paso Doble where Fisher played the Big Bad Wolf during season 25.

The couple danced to “Animals” by Martin Garrix. The result was straight 10s from the judges for a total of 30 out of 30 points.

Fisher and Arnold would go on to win the season in 2017. They beat out violinist Lindsey Stirling and actor Frankie Muniz for a glittery mirrorball. The dance duo set a record that remains in place to this day, the most perfect scores in a single season with nine.

‘Dancing with the Stars’ presents ‘Halloween Nightmares’ dances and team matchups

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During season 33, the remaining couples will dance through each celebrity’s nightmare. These performances will focus on this particular fear.

Danny Amendola and Witney Carson dance Argentine Tango to “Poison” by RAVN based on his nightmare: snakes. Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson will perform an Argentine Tango to “Ramalama (Bang Bang)” by Róisín Murphy based on his nightmare: ventriloquist dolls.

Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach dance Contemporary to “Ring Around The Rosie” by District 78 featuring Natalia Lillee where Dwight becomes the nightmare: the boogeyman. Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong perform a Viennese Waltz to “Secret” by Denmark + Winter based on her nightmare: creepy dolls.

Olympian rugby player Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten Tango to “Psycho Killer” by Miley Cyrus based on her nightmare: psycho killers. Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold dance Contemporary to “I Ran (So Far Away)” by Hidden Citizens based on his nightmare: the dark. Finally, Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber will perform a Contemporary routine to “Vampire” by Olivia Rodrigo based on her nightmare: vampires.

Dancing with the Stars airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney Plus. The episode airs the next day on Hulu.

‘Only Murders in the Building’ Made a 5-Word Nod to Steve Martin and Martin Short’s Friendship With 1 Hilarious Line

Mandi Kerr — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 19:25:00 +0000

Steve Martin and Martin Short’s friendship got a shoutout on Only Murders in the Building. Sure, their characters, Oliver Putnam (Short) and Charles-Haden Savage (Martin), are friends. But the writers behind the Hulu original series included a line in the Oct. 22, 2024, episode about something the comedians do together: get colonoscopies.

Oliver told Charles they could get colonoscopies together on ‘Only Murders in the Building’

In the Oct. 22, 2024, episode of Only Murders in the Building, “Escape from Planet Klongo,” Oliver and Charles argue on a Ron Howard movie set. Oliver has a specific vision for his bachelor party: whiskey, A-listers, and naughty secrets.

Charles can’t take it and calls Oliver “insufferable” before apologizing soon after. They go for lunch at a Chinese restaurant where Oliver once ate a memorable meal with Howard.

In an unusually heartwarming moment for the two, Oliver tells Charles: “You know we’re going to be friends to the end,” before adding, “We can get colonoscopies together.”

Charles very sweetly tries to make Oliver’s bachelor party dreams come true with whiskey and a naughty secret. He gives Oliver’s framed headshot pride of place next to Howard’s on the restaurant’s wall of celebrities. Then in walks “Ron Ron” who proceeds to have lunch with the two.

Ron Howard, Steve Martin, and Martin Short in ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 4 | Disney/Patrick Harbron

Short and Martin do get colonoscopies together

The equal parts funny and sweet line is made so much better by the fact that the actors do get colonoscopies together. Martin and Short have done it for years alongside Oscar winner Tom Hanks and producer Walter Parks to make getting ready for procedure more fun.

Short talked about it in his 2014 autobiography, I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend, before the two Only Murders stars discussed it during a 2018 Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance.

Every two years, they spend the night at Martin’s house playing poker, watching movies, and eating broth and Jell-O while they cleanse their systems the night before their colonoscopies. The next day, they carpool to their exams and have lunch afterward.

“We thought, everybody at our age…at a certain age, you want to get a colonoscopy,” Martin said on the talk show. “We all came over, we played poker, and we watched some funny movie and you drink all this stuff.”

“We call it ‘Colonoscopy Eve’ in Canada,” Short added. “There’s Jell-O, you know, there’s not much you can [eat],” Martin added. “You have to purge all day and then we toast.”

The only thing that puts a damper on their so-called Colonoscopy Eve fun? Martin only having one bathroom.

The ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 4 finale is next

Sorry, Only Murders in the Building fans. Season 4 is almost over. After nine episodes, lots of laughter, many guest stars—and the killer’s reveal—all that’s left is the season finale. The tenth and final episode begins streaming Oct. 29, 2024, on Hulu.

It’s titled “My Best Friend’s Wedding.” Charles, Maybel, and Oliver will likely learn what exactly happened to Sazz Pataki (Jane Lynch) in between Oliver and Loretta (Mery Streep) saying “I do.”

Here’s hoping the people behind the award-winning series really embraced the nod to the 1997 romantic comedy of the same name and maybe even got stars Julia Roberts, Dermot Mulroney, or Cameron Diaz to make a cameo.

Fans will have to wait until Oct. 29 to find out!

Richard Kind Didn’t Think His Stink-Eye Joe ‘Only Murders’ Part Would Happen—Here’s Why

Mandi Kerr — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 17:25:00 +0000

Richard Kind is one of the many famous faces to appear in Only Murders in the Building Season 4. However, the actor, 67, had doubts he’d actually end up on the award-winning Hulu original series despite having a part written for him.

Kind’s Stink-Eye Joe part was written for him

Kind, 67, got a big surprise from Only Murders in the Building producer Dan Fogelman on the golf course. “On this one, Dan Fogelman, who I’ve played golf with, says ‘We have you in mind for a part. We’re writing a part for you,’” Kind told The Wrap.

Stink-Eye Joe, whose real name is Vince Fish, wears an eye patch due to “antibiotic-resistant pink eye.” He’s one of the “Westies” at The Arconia who Charles-Haden Savage (Steve Martin), Mabel Mora (Selena Gomez), and Oliver Putnam (Martin Short) investigate as potential murder suspects.

In one scene Stink-Eye Joe punches Eugene Levy—one of many celebs to make a cameo this season—during an odd and hilarious conversation with Levy and Charles. In another, he mysteriously gathers with his fellow Westies only to be confronted by Mabel, Charles, and Oliver.

The actor had doubts he’d appear on ‘Only Murders in the Building’

Eugene Levy, Steve Martin, and Richard Kind | Disney/Patrick Harbron

Although the Only Murders in the Building team envisioned Kind playing the part of Stink-Eye Joe, the veteran TV, film, and theater actor wasn’t sure it would happen. The reason, he explained, is because it’s not how things go, at least in his own experience.

“I’ve been around long enough to know that when somebody says we’re writing a part for you, 95% of the time, it doesn’t happen,” Kind said. “You never hear from them, that’s the way it is. I’d love for it to be different, but it’s not.”

“Honorable” Fogelman defied Kind’s expectation. “There was a part and they called and it happened,” he said. “I didn’t think it would happen, but Dan is a great guy.”

“I’ve known John Hoffman for a few years and I know Marty Short. Those are three people who I adore and I know that they like me,” he added. “That doesn’t mean that if they didn’t call that they’re mean people, but that’s what Hollywood is like. These people happened to have called and so I did it.”

Kind wanted to play Stink-Eye Joe no matter what

What he’d be doing on Only Murders in the Building wasn’t a big concern for Kind. As he told the outlet, he was excited to be on set, acting alongside the rest of the star-studded cast.

“If a show that’s produced by Dan Fogelman and John Hoffman, starring Marty Short, Steve Martin, and Selena Gomez says they want you to work with them,” he said, “you drop everything and you do it.”

“I don’t care if they had me on the toilet reading the Yellow Pages. You do it,” he added. “I am drawn to these creative people and I trust them because their talent cannot be contained to a page. They’re just spectacular.”

The Only Murders in the Building Season 4 finale drops Oct. 29, 2024, on Hulu.

Kumail Nanjiani Did the Entire Monologue From ‘A Few Good Men’ in 1 Take for ‘Only Murders in the Building’

Mandi Kerr — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:45:00 +0000

Only Murders in the Building might be about Mabel (Selena Gomez), Charles, (Steve Martin) and Oliver (Martin Short) but Rudy, played by Kumail Nanjiani, stole the show—or at least a scene. How? When he launched into Jack Nicholson’s A Few Good Men monologue. Viewers only saw bits and pieces—more on why ahead—but, according to the show’s co-creator John Hoffman, Nanjiani performed the entire monologue in one take.

Nanjiani reciting the whole ‘A Few Good Men’ monologue wasn’t planned

On the heels of Meryl Streep and Melissa McCarthy’s living room brawl, the Hulu original series returned on Oct. 15, 2024, with the “Lifeboat” episode and a hilarious scene with Rudy and the Westies.

While confronting them about Dudenoff (Griffin Dunne), somehow Rudy launched into the famed A Few Good Men monologue. As Hoffman told The Wrap, Nanjiani went above and beyond for the scene during filming.

“When we got to that monologue, it was not scripted that he would do the entire scene. It was a different organization within the story,” Hoffman explained. “But he showed up the day before and said, ‘I have the entire thing memorized.’ And I said, ‘What do you mean the entire thing memorized?’”

The co-creator continued, explaining he never planned to have Nanjiani go through the monologue in its entirety. “When we were on set, we were not intending to do all of it. There were a couple of ways we were going to do it that we had scripted.”

It came down to a “just in case” scenario. “I said, ‘Just in case we want the whole thing done here in the room, could you get up and just do that?’” he recalled. At that, Nanjiani replied, “‘Yes, I would love to do that.’”

“And we rolled and it was letter perfect, the entire thing. Everyone applauded after and was dazzled. It was one take,” Hoffman added.

Kumail Nanjiani in ‘Only Murders in the Building’ | Disney/Patrick Harbron

The entire monologue would’ve been too long for ‘Only Murders in the Building’

According to Hoffman, the reason why viewers didn’t get to see Nanjiani do the monologue from A Few Good Men all the way through was simply due to timing. Hence, the snippets that made the final cut.

“In the cut, we jump through because if we’d done the whole thing, it’d be five minutes,” Hoffman explained. “It was, like, three to five minutes straight through fully acting it out. So what you’re seeing is truly a cut-down version of what he did.”

Nanjiani was ‘nervous’ to work with Martin Short and Steve Martin

Nanjiani’s nerves didn’t get the best of him on the Only Murders in the Building set. During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! he confessed to being “very nervous” to act alongside Martin and Short after watching their movies as a kid.

Explaining that he felt like he had to play it cool, Nanjiani described their “vibe” as “so good.”

“I mean, you know, I saw Martin Short call Steve Martin, a white-haired a**hole,” he said. “I was like, ‘Wow, I’m really living the dream right now.’”

New episodes of Only Murders in the Building drop every Tuesday on Hulu.

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Viewers Shipping Sasha Farber, Jenn Tran Relationship

Lucille Barilla — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:11:55 +0000

Former The Bachelorette star Jenn Tran and pro-Sasha Farber may have been the last cast for season 33 of Dancing with the Stars, but they’ve become first in friendship throughout the first half of the season of the ballroom competition. However, some viewers think their friendship has blossomed into something more.

The blossoming friendship between Sasha Farber, Jenn Tran

Sasha Farber is known for becoming very close with his celebrity partners. His easygoing personality has allowed him to maintain friendships with past partners such as Alyson Hannigan, Selma Blair, Nicole Polizzi, and Simone Biles to main a few.

However, it appears Sasha and Jenn are enjoying one another’s company on-and-off camera. Both are single at the moment.

Jenn was engaged to Devin Strader during The Bachelorette finale. However, two months later, Strader broke off their relationship in a 15-minute phone call.

On the heels of a heartbreaking The Bachelorette finale, Jenn was whisked to New York to be a part of season 33 of Dancing with the Stars. She was paired with Sasha, who was to be a part of this season’s troupe. Sasha was married to fellow pro-Emma Slater from 2018 through 2023.

The friends appear to be together all the time, during rehearsals and after, where they are regularly featured on Sasha’s Instagram page. However, one series of snapshots leads fans to believe there could be something more than friendship between them.

‘Dancing with the Stars’ fans speak out on Sasha Farber, Jenn Tran’s friendship

On Instagram, Sasha Farber shared a new photo with Jenn Tran as they enjoyed dinner together after rehearsal. Fans inquired if there was something more between them than a growing friendship.

One viewer wrote, “Love the friendship you two have built over the season. Your dances always bring a smile to my face.” A second penned, “Can’t believe we were almost robbed of seeing this partnership.”

“You both are adorable together and week after week Jenn you get so much better. As far as dating goes it’s up to them but Jenn I think he’s an amazing person for you just saying,” noted a third Dancing with the Stars viewer.

Finally, a fourth fan wrote, “I luv this partnership. You take care of each other and trust fully. I am so glad you both are here another week. What happens personally with you two is between the two of you. I mean, I’m here for it but know, you two are nothing short of perfection together.”

Will ‘DWTS’ Halloween King make an appearance next episode?

On Tuesday, Oct. 29, Dancing with the Stars airs its annual Halloween episode. Details thus far, have not been revealed regarding the dances and frightening themes.

Throughout his tenure on the ABC competition dance series, Sasha Farber has explored his spooky side during the show’s Halloween installments. He’s known for having fun with themes and music alongside his celebrity partners.

Most importantly, Sasha is the undisputed king of Halloween on the series’ set. He loves to scare his fellow pros and celebrity contestants.

Dancing with the Stars airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney Plus. New episodes air the next day on Hulu.

‘Dancing with the Stars’: Here’s Why Chandler Kinney and Joey Graziadei Could Dominate Disney Night

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 23:30:00 +0000

Two celebrities have the best shot at winning a Mirrorball trophy in season 33 of Dancing with the Stars. The Bachelor star Joey Graziadei and Zombies star Chandler Kinney have been battling for the top spot on DWTS‘ leaderboard since the season’s start. Here’s why they could dominate the ballroom during Disney Night as the series hits its midway mark.

Joey Graziadei and Chandler Kinney could dominate Disney Night for one key reason

Both Joey Graziadei and Chandler Kinney have strong ties with Disney, the parent company of ABC; both starred in popular shows on the networks.

However, close ties to a network do not a Mirrorball champion make. So while Joey and Chandler may be familiar faces to viewers, it’s their ballroom skills and viewer votes that have kept them in the competition.

In weeks 1. 2, and 3, Joey and his pro partner Jenna Johnson came in second to Chandler and her pro, Brandon Armstrong. However, Joey outpaced Chandler during episode 4’s Hair Metal Night by three points and by four points in episode 5.

During Disney Night, Joey and Jenna will perform a samba to “Trashin’ the Camp” from Tarzan. Chandler and Brandon will paso doble to “We Own the Night” from ZOMBIES 2.

These two celebrities will dominate Disney Night not only by showcasing their superior ballroom skills but tapping into their built-in fan base, which will ensure they reach the next level of competition. Chandler and Joey appear to be the judge’s favorites, but that could also be a double-edged sword moving forward. Setting the bar so high each week could also be difficult to maintain as the competition becomes more challenging.

The remaining celebrities and dances for ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Disney Night

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Although Joey Graziadei and Chandler Kinney appear to be the ones to beat on Dancing with the Stars, it’s still anyone’s game as the Mirrorball quest continues during season 33. Their fellow competitors are training just as hard to stay in the game as they perfect their dances for Disney Night.

During tonight’s episode, Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola and pro Witney Carson will perform a jazz routine to “Bye Bye Bye” from Deadpool & Wolverine. NBA champion Dwight Howard and pro Daniella Karagach tango to “When Can I See You Again?” from Wreck It Ralph.

Olympian rugby player Ilona Maher and pro Alan Bersten dance jazz to “Surface Pressure” from Encanto. Her fellow Olympian, gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik, and pro Rylee Arnold dance a Charleston to “A Star Is Born” from Hercules.

Reality star Phaedra Parks and pro Val Chmerkovskiy will dance jazz to “Cruella de Vil” from 101 Dalmatians. The Bachelorette star Jenn Tran and pro Sasha Farber will perform a rumba to “Kiss the Girl” from The Little Mermaid.

The pressure remains intense as there’s more than one dance at stake. For the first time this season, celebrities will have to perfect two routines.

Disney Night features the first team dance of the season

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Disney Night kicks off with an opening number to “Friend Like Me” from Aladdin, choreographed by Taylor Swift’s choreographer Mandy Moore. The routine features a special appearance from Michael James Scott, who stars as Genie in the hit Broadway musical. Also, a brand-new song from Moana 2, titled “We’re Back,” makes its broadcast debut with a routine by the troupe and eliminated pros, and choreographed by Britt Stewart.

The pressure is on for the remaining eight celebrities. For the first time this season, they learned two separate routines. Two groups of four battle against each other for extra judges points.

Team Goofs will dance to the tune “I2I” from A Goofy Movie. Ilona Maher is the team’s captain. She is joined by her partner Alan Bersten, Joey Graziadei, Jenna Johnson, Chandler Kinney, Brandon Armstrong, Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber.

Team Roar performs a routine to “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” from The Lion King. Dwight Howard is the team’s captain and will dance with Daniella Karagach, Danny Amendola, Witney Carson, Stephen Nedoroscik, Rylee Arnold, Phaedra Parks, and Val Chmerkovskiy.

Dancing with the Stars airs live at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+. The episode airs the next day on Hulu. Viewer votes must be placed during the live show and end at the close of the evening’s last performance.

‘Dancing with the Stars’: How Many Mirrorballs Has Mark Ballas Won?

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:48:00 +0000

Ballroom pro Mark Ballas’ Dancing with the Stars return is special for longtime viewers, who watched him dance for 20 seasons. From 2005, Ballas was a ballroom favorite. But how many mirrorballs did he win?

Mark Ballas is a three-time mirrorball winner

Mark Ballas won three mirrorball trophies during his 20 seasons as a Dancing with the Stars pro. These were spaced throughout a journey that lasted over 17 years.

The dance pro took home the show’s most coveted prize during seasons 6, 8, and 31. His celebrity partners were Olympians Kristi Yamaguchi and Shawn Johnson, and social media star Charli D’Amelio.

Ballas’ first win came a season after a surprise elimination still hotly debated among longtime fans. He danced with Sabrina Bryan during season 5 and their week-one Cha-Cha scored 26, an early series record for the highest score in the first week of competition.

In week four Ballas and Bryan received a perfect score of 30 for their Paso Doble, making her the first contestant to receive a perfect score so early in the competition. However, the couple was eliminated in week six, as voters may have assumed Bryan was safe based on past episodes and decided not to vote for her.

Mark Ballas retired as a ‘Dancing with the Stars’ pro in 2022

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After winning a mirrorball with Charli D’Amelio in season 31, Mark Ballas announced he would be retiring from Dancing with the Stars. Deadline reported that during the show’s 2023 live tour, he told an audience during the tour’s final stop that he was ending his run on the ABC series.

“I’ve done 20 seasons now,” Ballas said. “I started this journey when I was 21, 22 and honestly being able to dance and perform for you fans, you guys are the best fans.”

He continued, “I just want to finish by saying, this will be the last time you see me dance in this capacity. I’m coming to a close tonight. This is going to be my last dance.”

“I had the best time ever this season. And this dance is a great way to finish it off,” he added. “I’m not saying this is the end. I’m just saying this is the last time I’ll be dancing with a partner.”

What does Mark Ballas do now?

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Mark Ballas is a husband, father, and musician. He married singer and songwriter BC Jean in November 2016. They first met at a singer-songwriter night at a mutual friend’s house.

Ballas and Jean started dating in 2012. The couple announced their engagement in January 2016 and tied the knot later that year.

In late 2023, the couple welcomed their first child, a son, named Banksi Wylde Ballas. “Welcome to Earth my son,” Ballas wrote on Instagram.

Together, they form the band Alexander Jean, a combination of their middle names. The group originated in 2015.

Their debut single was “Roses and Violets”, which reached the Top 20 on Billboard’s Hot 100 “Bubbling Under” chart. They also had success with “Waiting for You” and “Whiskey and Morphine.”

The couple performed “Roses and Violets” on Dancing with the Stars in 2015. Alexander Jean also accompanied Derek Hough, who, with wife Hayley Hough, danced to the couple’s version of “Another One Bites the Dust” for the ABC special, Queen Family Singalong.

Mark Ballas will appear as a guest judge during Dancing with the Stars‘ “Dedication Night.” The episode airs tonight beginning at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney Plus. It airs the next day on Hulu.

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