Season 33 of “Dancing With the Stars” has officially begun, and it started off with a bang. The premiere episode introduced a new group of celebrities who are all competing for the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball trophy. Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough returned as co-hosts, alongside judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough.
The two-hour episode kicked off with former Bachelor Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson delivering a high-energy cha-cha that impressed the judges and earned them a score of 21/30. However, it was Chandler Kinney and her partner Brandon Armstrong who stole the show with their impressive tango, topping the leaderboard with a score of 23/30. Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach followed closely behind with a score of 22/30.
One of the standout performances of the night came from Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik, who surprised everyone with his high-energy jive alongside partner Rylee Arnold, earning them a score of 21/30. Another memorable moment was when convicted felon Anna Delvey took to the dance floor, showcasing her determination to reinvent herself as a ballroom dancer despite her past. Inaba acknowledged the shift in energy when Delvey performed and urged the audience to give her a chance and focus on her dancing.
Overall, the premiere episode of “Dancing With the Stars” Season 33 was filled with impressive performances, unexpected moments, and a lot of heart. The competition is fierce, and it will be exciting to see how each celebrity progresses throughout the season.
Stay tuned for more updates and performances as the competition heats up on “Dancing With the Stars” Season 33.
