First Impressions of DWTS

I’ve never watched a full season of Dancing With the Stars. Ever. I’ve tuned in, especially when Shawn Johnson was on {and won} because, well, she’s my celebrity look alike and the girl’s got skill! However, last night as I sat in front of the TV, realizing the show I thought came on was really coming on tonight, I was left to watch the DWTS premiere. I tried switching over to Real Housewives of Beverly Hills during the commercials, but, let’s be honest – that gets too distracting.

Alas, here are my thoughts thus far. Keep in mind, dance has consumed the majority of my life here on Earth. I lived it, breathed it, and even ate it.

First, some of my favorites:

Chynna Phillips

Talent-wise, I think Chynna has the most potential {according to her first performance at least} She was graceful and a true delight to watch on the stage. I can see her having the best technique in future ballroom styles.

JR Martinez

How can you not love him? He’s a joyous man inside and out and a true American hero. He received a score of 22 {as did Chynna}. Compared to his male competitors, JR was smooth and natural with his performance.

 

Carson Kressley

Out of the group, he received one of the lowest scores but oh my GOSH was he a blast in a glass to watch!! During their rehearsals he was using shopping sales as motivation to dance over to one area saying, “Sale over here! Sale over here!” He’s a character and although his technique is poor, I kind of hope he stays around for a while :)

Then, there are my not-so-favorites:

Elisabetta Canalis

Similar to Ron Artest’s number, it was painful to watch {for a completely different reason than Ron’s} She was limp, lacked any expression in the face for most of the routine, and looked awkward and lost the entire time. Disaster. She’d be my vote to not come back.

Kristin Cavallari

I don’t know whether it’s the Team LC or the dancer in me but I was NOT impressed. Sure, she can shake her hips and sure, she can flip her hair {really well actually} but it just wasn’t there. Again, my standards are high but I see her being another Audrina/Kim Kardashian. She won’t be #winning.

Honorable Mentions go out to:

Rob Kardashian – I think I cracked up during his entire performance {Viennese Waltz} because it was just SO different seeing him so calm & serene. Loved it actually.

Nancy Grace – Because again, it was so different seeing her out on the stage shaking it. She’s awesome.

But, let’s just be honest – there will never be another champion like Shawn Johnson. That girl’s just the bomb.com :)

 

Did you watch the DWTS premiere? Who’s your favorite?

 

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