'Dancing With the Stars' Week 8: Robert Irwin Impresses with Fiery Paso Doble
The ballroom lit up for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night, celebrating this year’s inductees with dazzling performances and emotional moments.
Flava Flav Shakes Up the Scores
Guest judge Flava Flav kept the energy high and the outcomes unpredictable with his bold commentary and unexpected scoring choices, making the night a rollercoaster for both contestants and viewers.
Whitney Leavitt Dominates the Night
Whitney Leavitt delivered a fierce paso doble to a classic Ozzy Osbourne hit, earning the highest score of the evening and securing immunity for next week's relay round.
Team Chicago Scores Big
Team Chicago — Alfonso Ribeiro, Danielle Fishel, Whitney Leavitt, Jordan Chiles, and Dylan Efron — brought their A-game with a powerful routine set to a live rendition of “25 or 6 to 4” by Chicago.
“They wowed the judges with their sleek routine.”
The performance earned them a perfect score and praise for their precision and teamwork.
Team Kool Brings a Joyful Vibe
Led by Andy Richter, Team Kool — featuring Alix Earle, Robert Irwin, Elaine Hendrix, and Julianne Hough — performed a lively, graduation-themed routine to “Celebration” by Kool & the Gang.
“The judges enjoyed their friendship and collaboration but wanted to see more nuance from the group.”
Farewell to Danielle Fishel
Despite her strong showing, Danielle Fishel and her partner Pasha Pashkov were eliminated at the end of the night, closing their eight-week journey on an emotional note.
Author’s Summary
The Rock & Roll-themed episode of “Dancing With the Stars” combined high-energy routines, emotional exits, and surprising scores, making it one of the most dynamic nights of the season.