Three-time World Cup Para-snowboard champion Amy Purdy danced a Waltz, on tonight’s season 18 episode 5 of Dancing with the Stars with Derek Hough for the Disney themed evening. We posted a nifty bio of Amy Purdy so you can get more familiar with her.Season 9 Champion Donny Osmond guest judged alongside Len Goodman, Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba. If you missed tonight’s show you can read a full and detailed recap, right here.
The show began with a spectacular opening number featuring the entire cast followed by each couple performing to songs from Disney films including “The Lion King,” “Aladdin,” “The Little Mermaid” and “Frozen.” The evening also showcase fun elements of Disney animation.
On last episode Amy performed a Salsa dance and Carrie-Ann loved it saying, “You were exposed a lot more in this dance. This time you were on your own. I loved it. It was excellent.” They scored Meryl 34/40.
Amy Purdy and professional dancer Derek Hough: dancing a Waltz. Amy has been getting ready for her dance tonight. She tweeted, “Tmrw’s @DancingABC is DISNEY themed! Cant wait 4 u 2 see our dance…happy 2 be reunited w/ @derekhough :)”
Judges comments: Carrie Ann: “The bad new is I always call lifts, but I cannot take a point off you because of your unique situation. You created magic. I hope Disney makes their next princess like you.” Len: “It had a wonderful drift, that was beautiful.” Donny: “I don’t know how you are doing it. I watched your dance and literally cried. The word that is used is inspiring you are more than inspiring.” Bruno: “My darling you have never looked more beautiful. I love you.”
SCORES: Carrie Ann: 9 Len: 9 Donny: 10 Bruno: 9 TOTAL: 37/30 – Vote for Amy Purdy and professional dancer Derek Hough at Voting #: 1*800*868*3410
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