Tonight it’s the Viennese Waltz and the Paso Doble

Gilles and Cheryl’s aggressive Paso Doble earned a high score of 29 this week. Steve-0 and Lacey earn an A for effort for their sweet Viennese Waltz, but earn the night’s low score of 18.

Steve-O’s clumsy but endearing waltz may have earned him another week. Lawrence and Edyta only scored slightly better–a 20. Their lack of chemistry may do them in this week.

Tomorrow, the Bottom 2 dance off in front of the judges is back.

Live re-cap and videos after the JUMP…

Chuck and Julianne – Viennese Waltz – Julianne plans to push Chuck out of his comfort zone. Julianne is just stunning in this dance but Chuck is still a little stiff. He’s not letting loose – Len says, “Much higher performance level…work on the finesse.” Excited, Chuck kicks the camera. Bruno says, “You are emerging from the shadows…you were really performing.” Carrie Ann says, “I know you have it…you lose your focus…it’s not quite coming together yet.” Julianne gives Carrie Ann a WTF? look when she accuses her of lifting her foot. – Carrie Ann – 7, Len – 8, Bruno 8 – 23 – Chuck says he’ll take the criticism with a grain of salt – 800-868-3406

Lawrence and Edyta – Paso Doble – Lawrence compares the Paso to watching TV with the sound down. This dance has some really nice moments. Definitely Lawrence’s best dance so far. Bruno says, “Strong, fierce and powerful…you started to get into gear…you can do it.” Carrie Ann says he’s got a limited range of movement, but worked well in it. Len says, “I liked the intensity, the dance quality isn’t quite there, but much better.” Carrie Ann – 6, Len -7, Bruno – 7 – 20 Aw, I thought they deserved higher than 20 – 800-868-3403

Shawn and Mark – Viennese Waltz – Shawn is actually dancing this week, and doing a nice job. This should put her back in the race after last week’s trick-heavy dance. Carrie Ann says, “Simplicity is the best thing.” She gave them a pass for a lift they did at the end, calling it “artistic”. Len says, “You have to step forward on your heels…that didn’t really happen.” Bruno says, “It’s a great special flow, great musicality…keep your shoulders down.” Carrie Ann – 9 Len – 8 Bruno – 9 – 26 – 800-868-3409

Melissa and Tony – Paso Doble – No smiling in Paso! Melissa’s chirpy cheeleader personality isn’t grasping the aggression. That was mostly good. Len says, “You are an excellent dancer…a difficult routine…” Len mentions a couple of obvious blunders, that I even noticed. Bruno says, “You went for it and most of it was very very beautiful.” Carrie Ann says, “I felt you were a little off balance in your footing…and there was a lift.” Carrie Ann – 8, Len -8, Bruno – 9 – 25 – Melissa says she was concentrating to hard on her face – 800-868-3413

David and Kym – Viennese Waltz – David has hatched a plan to bribe the judges. He is desperate. Ha ha. David doesn’t look altogether comfortable up there. Bruno says, “It started very very well…you lift a leg, you looked like a dog on a lamp post.” Carrie Ann says, “I can tell that you move well…you two together are not moving in unison.” Len says, “I loved the story, I thought that was a very good performance. I’m very pleased.” Carrie Ann – 7, Len – 8, Bruno – 7 – 22 – 800-868-3411

Gilles and Cheryl – Paso Doble – Gilles is a martial arts fighter. So, he’s gonna be good… OMG he’s shirtless. Awesome. Wow. That was sexy. Carrie Ann says, “That was just breathtaking…I feel like I’m watching somebody take it back to the core and essence…” Len says, “A tad hectic in places.” Bruno says, “Gilles, you’re going for the kill…a battle for supremacy…you nailed it.” Carrie Ann 10 Len – 9 Bruno – 10 – 29 – 800-868-3405.

Steve-o and Lacey – Viennese Waltz – Johnny Knoxville and a midget show up as moral support. Alrighty, then. Aw, Steve-o is an annoying mime! But it’s kinda cute, even if the dancing is bad. Len says, “It was your best dance…but don’t get excited.” Bruno says, “You’re timing was on tonight.” Carrie Ann says, “Sweet and innocent…work on your posture.” Carrie Ann – 6, Len – 6, Bruno – 6 – 18 – 800-868-3404

Ty and Chelsie -   Paso Doble -   Ty is a rodeo guy, he’s a bullrider. Close enough.   But the dance itself is lacking aggresion. Ty looks very uncomfortable on the dance floor.   Bruno says, “It was so robotic…the steps were there, but it was too stiff.”   Carrie Ann says, “Where did my little dancer go?” Len says, “This one not quite that standard…[of his last two dances]. Carrie Ann – 7, Len – 7, Bruno 7 – 21 – 800-868-3408.

Lil Kim and Derek -   Viennese Waltz – It’s amazing how light on her feet short, top heavy Lil Kim is. Carrie Ann says, “You brought every moment to life…you guys are perfectly matched.”   Len say, “Lyrical, great musicality” he suggested she improve her footwork. Bruno says, “You managed to make the Viennese Waltz look sassy.” Carrie Ann – 9, Len – 8, Bruno – 8 – 26 – 800-868-3401

 
  • ettacandy

    Good Lord. While watching Gilles and Cheryl I honestly think I experienced my first hot flash. To mix some shows up, I would have to say: “That was molten blazing HOT baby!”

  • Jocelin

    Gilles is the hottest man on tv for me-at least reality tv.

  • brie200

    Gilles is in a whole different world than the rest of these people at this point. He looks like he’s been dancing all his life. I know he hasn’t, but wow. Amazing.

  • nad

    Gilles—I was fanning myself the whole time….too HOT!!!

  • luci

    yeah i have to agree gilles :wub_tb:
    and steve-o really showed alot of improvement this week

  • bean99

    I’ve been watching the show this season because of Melissa but I’ve got to say that Gilles has won me over. He’s been the best most weeks and I really can’t see anyone else winning, even Melissa.

  • Grammie Kari

    I am happy to see Gilles is red hot. Cheryl certainly seems happy. Can you blame her? I thought he would be the winner from the first week on. I do see Melissa in the finals with him.

    Gilles son is already a great looking kid. Nice to see this side of the man who will most certainly be on that list of People Magazine’s SEXIEST MAN ALIVE! :wub_tb:

  • PokeSmot

    CRAP!! I thought the Band was done with throwing performances under the Bus; Nope, there they go again, with the shitty song choices (to quote another reality show staple), throwing the performers off their stride. Really, Baracuda, for a Paso Doble? No; just No!!!

    Giles?? DAWG, THAT WAS HAWT!!!! (imagine a crispy, ashy, with steam coming off it emoticon here)

    (I think I need a smoke) :smoke_tb:

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    Peace Out & Poke Smot

  • Grammie Kari

    Really, Baracuda, for a Paso Doble? No; just No!!!

    I thought the exact same thing. Who actually picks the songs? Is it really the Band?

    LOL about the smoke thing! So funny…

  • tierbee

    So I just finally watched the Sex & the City movie last night for the first time… Gilles! LOL! I had to miss the show tonight, love coming here for videos. I think I’ll watch Gilles! yet again. And then maybe some of the others… That was hot!

  • sparklesgirl2

    Carrie-Anne Inaba has an EW blog where she explains song picks…

    I echo the sentiment on Gilles. Is he the best celeb EVER to be on this show? Maybe!

    I thought Steve-o and Lacey deserved a better score tonight. They seemed better than Ty and Chelsie and maybe even some others!

    I think David and Kym are in trouble. I think they’ve been underrated as well…

  • sparklesgirl2
  • Grammie Kari

    Thank you!

  • ettacandy

    I just don’t know what to do with my points. Steve-O had the lowest points but I agree with MJ, it was sweet and endearing and he may get another week. So I’m splitting points between him and DAG…. who is a good dancer but has little chemistry with Kym.

    LT will be around a few more weeks, at least – the football voting demo is strong!

  • hardkandy

    Wow… this is my first week off since the season started so I’m catching up on the videos (thanks for uploading MJ)… and wow, Gilles is HAWWWTTT!

  • hcpoirot

    Yep. Giles is like Kristin in season 6. He will win this season and he really deserve it. The question is: who will be in the finale with him.

    Hoping between Lil Kim, Melissa and Shawn. Maybe Chuck. Others just not as good as them. The reason I didnot pick Ty cause he only do good in ballroom and not good in latin at all.

    In Paso that didnot require any hip action, he still fail to deliver.

    For Lawrence, in Paso routine. I think he will gonna kill this routine. But yet again not. Edyta did most of the dance and he pretty much posing.

  • doxiestar

    In that picture of Lacey up top, is that almost a “nip slip”? Or does the top of her dress have some type of scalloped edge and it’s just a bad shadow that makes it look like something else? The left one sure seems to be covered up much more.

  • ShariG

    Gilles and Cheryl are mesmerizing. I also really like Derek and Li’l Kim. Both Cheryl and Derek have consistently over the years been outstanding choreographers using their partners strengths and showcasing their talents. The only other couple who come close are Tony and Melissa. There is something off putting about Julianne’s boyfriend and no one else actually dances that well. Little Shawn Johnson and Mark are probably my fourth favorites. It is really hard to tell that Gilles is not a pro and I think he is also bringing out the best in Cheryl. She is hot this year.

  • http://myspace.com/susanatfox sumidol

    My favorite IS Gilles but I put all my votes on Steve O – I so want this for him, I want it to last as long as possible, I know he won’t win. Endearing is the perfect word for him – when he dances I am moving with him like a dork, trying to make sure he doesnt mess up, oh how to explain? I am just proud of him doing so good and trying so hard- even my sons stop to watch this show when he is on.