May 9th, 2011 at 9:59 pm by
Anne

We are down to five couples in Season 12 Week 8 of Dancing With The Stars and this week saw our couples do two dances. One rehearsed and then an Instant Dance where they learn the music and then go and rehearse while the other couples are dancing. That’s a lot of pressure, but at this stage in the game they must be pretty used to it.
Chelsea Kane and Mark Ballas are at the top of the leader board with 55/60.
Who were your favourite dancers/dances tonight? Who do you think is going home tomorrow night?
Chelsea Kane and Mark Ballas - Waltz – I have to say this was absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. The movements seemed so effortless and Chelsea proved herself to be an incredible dancer. Mark is a sexy beast. 10/9/10 – 29/30.
Instant dance – Salsa – The music started a little too soon but they seemed to adjust quite quickly. At times their footwork was a bit off but all things considered they did exceptional. 8/9/9 – 26/30. Grand total of 55/60.
Hines Ward and Kym Johnson – Fox Trot – This one was a little bit cheesy as Hines said but I love Kym and I would love to see her win this season. Was that ring real? I somehow doubt it because it was enormous. 9/9/10 – 28/30.
Instant dance – Jive – Hines looked to be having difficulty during rehearsals for the Jive this week but you wouldn’t know it during the live performance of their instant dance. He did amazingly well. 9/9/8 – 26/30. Grand total 54/60.
Romeo & Chelsie Hightower – Tango – Chelsea looked sexy in red pleather and black boots. It was great music and they were very in sync. Romeo works so hard and gives all of his energies into each and every dance. He never gives up, he works so hard. 9/9/9 – 27/30.
Instant dance – Salsa – It was sexy, fast-paced and amazing but I think Chelsea led this dance. And Len loved it! That’s something, isn’t it? I love that Romeo plugs his movie premiere. 8/9/8 – 25/30. Grand total 52/60.
Ralph Macchio & Karina Smirnoff – Viennese Waltz – Playing with an injury the pressure was ON for Ralph and Karina. He looked to be in major pain during their Saturday rehearsals. Ralph looks wild with eye makeup on. Despite his injury he did really great although I’m sure he’s constantly thinking about it and afraid. 8/8/9 – 25/30.
Instant dance – Cha Cha – Ralph didn’t have a lot of hip action going but I think given he had very little prep time and an injury he’s to be commended. He’s an amazing guy I really hope he doesn’t leave tomorrow night. 7/7/7 – 21/30. Grand total 46/60.
Kirstie Alley & Maksim Chmerkovskiy – Argentine Tango – I thought this dance was great and definitely one of Kirstie’s best. 9/9/10 – 28/30
Instant dance – Salsa – It looked like they had a tough week in rehearsals. I liked their Argentine Tango better to be honest. Kirstie looked a little lost on the dance floor in parts but in other parts she just shines through. I agree with Carrie Ann there is tension between these two although I’m not sure if it’s sexual. 8/9/8 – 25/30. Grand total 53/60.