Dancing With The Stars Results: Season 33 Mirrorball Trophy Winner Revealed

The ballroom buzzed with anticipation, the stage glittered under the spotlights, and millions tuned in to witness the culmination of weeks of dazzling performances. Dancing With the Stars Season 33 reached its spectacular conclusion, crowning a new champion and delivering a night of unforgettable dances. After a thrilling three-hour finale, the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy found its home. Let’s dive into the Dancing With The Stars results, revisit the electrifying performances, and reveal which couple emerged victorious.

The path to the finale was paved with talent and tenacity. Five couples earned their place in the final showdown: Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong, Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson, Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten, Danny Amendola and Witney Carson, and Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold. Crucially, scores from the semi-finals carried over, heightening the stakes for each performance in the finale.

The night commenced with a high-energy opening number choreographed by Ray Leeper, set to Madonna’s iconic “Holiday,” instantly setting a celebratory tone. Adding to the festive atmosphere, eliminated contestants from this season – Anna Delvey, Eric Roberts, Reginald VelJohnson, Brooks Nader, Jenn Tran, Dwight Howard, and Phaedra Parks – returned to grace the stage with spirited mini-performances throughout the evening.

Further enhancing the night’s star power, Season 32 champions Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy delivered a captivating routine to Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club.” Adding a touch of classic DWTS magic, former pro Mark Ballas and judge Derek Hough joined forces for a mesmerizing Argentine Tango to “Libertango” by Tango Bardo.

Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong performing on Dancing With The Stars finale

Dancing With The Stars Redemption Dance Scores

The judges challenged each finalist couple to revisit and refine a dance from earlier in the season, offering a chance for redemption and showcasing their growth. Here’s how the Dancing With The Stars results unfolded for the redemption round:

Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold

Dance: Quickstep to “I’ll Be There for You” by The Rembrandts
Scores: 29 (10, 9, 10)

The judges were unanimous in their praise for Stephen’s improvement. Bruno Tonioli lauded his speed and smoothness, while Carrie Ann Inaba felt Len Goodman would have been beaming with pride, declaring it Stephen’s best performance yet. Derek Hough described their dance as “a burst of sunshine,” highlighting his significant progress.

Total score after Redemption Dance (including semi-finals): 82

Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson

Dance: Cha Cha to “CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!” by Justin Timberlake
Scores: 30 (10, 10, 10)

Joey and Jenna earned a perfect score for their Cha Cha, proving their status as top contenders. Derek Hough proclaimed it more than just redemption, calling it a statement of their prowess. Bruno Tonioli celebrated their professional synergy, and Carrie Ann Inaba acknowledged Joey’s consistent excellence throughout the season, affirming his deserving journey to the finale.

Total score after Redemption Dance (including semi-finals): 88

Danny Amendola and Witney Carson

Dance: Tango to “I Had Some Help” by Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen
Scores: 27 (9, 9, 9)

Danny’s Tango redemption was evident, according to Derek Hough. Bruno Tonioli commended his improved lines and shapes, recognizing his dedicated effort. Carrie Ann Inaba noted Danny’s remarkable transformation throughout the competition but pointed out a minor hesitation in the routine.

Total score after Redemption Dance (including semi-finals): 81

Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten

Dance: Jive to “Shake A Tail Feather” by Ray Charles & The Blues Brothers
Scores: 27 (9, 9, 9)

Ilona and Alan successfully redeemed their Jive, delivering a performance free of errors, as noted by Bruno Tonioli. Carrie Ann Inaba declared “the redemption is yours,” despite a slight hesitation she observed. Derek Hough emphasized the significant improvement, confirming it was a true redemption.

Total score after Redemption Dance (including semi-finals): 84

Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong

Dance: Jive to “APT.” by ROSÉ & Bruno Mars
Scores: 30 (10, 10, 10)

Chandler and Brandon also achieved a perfect score with their Jive. Carrie Ann Inaba was “amazed,” stating it was a true redemption and solidified Chandler’s capabilities. Derek Hough praised her stamina and the routine’s difficulty, while Bruno Tonioli asserted it surpassed redemption, deeming it a flawless Jive.

Total score after Redemption Dance (including semi-finals): 88

Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten dancing freestyle on Dancing With The Stars finale

Dancing With The Stars Freestyle Dance Scores

The freestyle round is where couples unleashed their creativity and artistry, aiming to leave a lasting impression. Here are the Dancing With The Stars results for the freestyle dances:

Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold

Dance: Freestyle to “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay
Scores: 30 (10, 10, 10)

Stephen and Rylee’s Freestyle earned them their first perfect score of the season. Bruno Tonioli described it as an emotional and beautiful “contemporary anthem.” Carrie Ann Inaba expressed her reluctance for the season to end after witnessing such artistry, and Derek Hough lauded the song choice, concept, and choreography as incredible.

Total score for the night: 112

Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson

Dance: Freestyle to “Canned Heat” by District 78 ft Jake Simpson
Scores: 29 (9, 10, 10)

While Carrie Ann Inaba found Joey and Jenna’s freestyle slightly underwhelming, noting a dip in energy, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli strongly disagreed. Derek called it phenomenal, and Bruno praised its originality and inventive choreography.

Total score for the night: 117

Danny Amendola and Witney Carson

Dance: Freestyle to “Pink” by Lizzo and “I’m Just Ken” by Ryan Gosling
Scores: 29 (9, 10, 10)

Danny and Witney’s entertaining Freestyle impressed the judges. Derek Hough acknowledged Danny as one of the season’s biggest surprises, predicting his routines would be unforgettable. Bruno Tonioli envisioned a sequel to their blockbuster dance, and Carrie Ann Inaba deemed their freestyle amazing and highly entertaining.

Total score for the night: 110

Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten

Dance: Freestyle to Chappell Roan’s “Femininomenon” by District 78 ft Mona Rue
Scores: 30 (10, 10, 10)

Ilona and Alan also achieved a perfect score for their empowering Freestyle. Bruno Tonioli declared Ilona a “true leading lady,” Carrie Ann Inaba was blown away and felt empowered, and Derek Hough praised every aspect of their “fantastic” freestyle.

Total score for the night: 114

Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong

Dance: Freestyle to “Hellzapoppin’” by Eyal Vilner Big Band and “Move On Up” by Curtis Mayfield
Scores: 30 (10, 10, 10)

Chandler and Brandon’s Freestyle received perfect tens across the board. Carrie Ann Inaba highlighted its importance for representation, calling it beyond impressive. Derek Hough commended Chandler’s consistent excellence, and Bruno Tonioli celebrated it as a spectacular tribute to Black artists’ contributions to dance.

Total score for the night: 118

Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong performing on Dancing With The Stars finale

And The Dancing With The Stars Season 33 Winner Is…

The moment everyone waited for arrived. After combining judges’ scores from the finale and viewer votes from both the semi-finals and finale, the Dancing With The Stars results were revealed:

Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson are the champions of Dancing With the Stars Season 33!

The Bachelor star and his professional partner lifted the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy, marking a triumphant end to their DWTS journey.

The final rankings for the remaining couples were:

• Runners-up: Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten
• Third place: Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong
• Fourth place: Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold
• Fifth place: Danny Amendola and Witney Carson

For those who missed the live show or want to relive the magic, Dancing With the Stars streams on Disney+. Episodes are also available the next day on ABC.com and Hulu. Season 33 delivered a season of spectacular dances, memorable moments, and ultimately, crowned deserving champions in Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson.