The ballroom floor got a whole lot louder on Tuesday night as Dancing With the Stars celebrated “Hair Metal Night!” Week 4 of the competition brought electrifying performances set to iconic rock anthems, a controversial guest judge, and a shocking double elimination that left fans reeling. For everyone eager to know the Dancing With The Stars scores tonight, and who faced the music and left the competition, read on for a full recap of all the dazzling dances and dramatic decisions.
Hair-Raising Performances and Guest Judge Gene Simmons
The night exploded onto the stage with an opening number to KISS’ “Rock and Roll All Nite,” setting the high-energy tone for the evening. Adding to the rockstar vibe was guest judge Gene Simmons of KISS, whose presence was as loud as the music itself. While Simmons brought undeniable rock ‘n’ roll credibility to the judging panel alongside Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli, his judging style sparked considerable debate online.
Viewers quickly took to social media to express their opinions on Simmons’ critiques, with some labeling his feedback as “creepy” and overly focused on appearances rather than the technical aspects of the dancing. Despite the controversy, the contestants powered through, delivering performances inspired by hair metal legends like Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, and Whitesnake.
Dancing With The Stars Scores Tonight: Hair Metal Night Week 4
Here’s a breakdown of each couple’s performance and the Dancing With The Stars scores tonight that determined their fate:
Danny Amendola and Witney Carson
Dance: Paso Doble to “Livin’ On A Prayer” by Bon Jovi
Scores: 30 (7, 7, 9, 7)
Total for both nights: 60
Danny and Witney brought intensity to their Paso Doble, impressing the judges with Danny’s power. While the judges noted areas for improvement in finesse and timing, Gene Simmons was particularly impressed, awarding them a nine.
Reginald VelJohnson and Emma Slater
Dance: Cha Cha to “I Wanna Rock” by Twisted Sister
Scores: 21 (6, 5, 5, 5)
Total for both nights: 42
Reginald and Emma delivered a fun Cha Cha, with judges praising Reginald’s captivating stage presence despite simpler choreography. While they acknowledged his hard work, the scores remained on the lower end.
Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong
Dance: Jive to “We’re Not Gonna Take It” by Twisted Sister
Scores: 33 (8, 8, 9, 8)
Total for both nights: 69
Chandler and Brandon continued their reign at the top, delivering a high-energy Jive that wowed the judges. Derek Hough declared Chandler in “a league of her own,” and Bruno Tonioli dubbed her a “rock and roll diva.”
Brooks Nader and Gleb Savchenko
Dance: Cha Cha to “Nothin’ But A Good Time” by Poison
Scores: 33 (8, 8, 9, 8)
Total for both nights: 61
Brooks and Gleb’s Cha Cha was praised for Brooks’ balance and focus. Carrie Ann Inaba admired her performance, and even Gene Simmons, after initial confusion, awarded them a strong nine.
Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold
Dance: Foxtrot to “Here I Go Again” by Whitesnake
Scores: 32 (8, 8, 8, 8)
Total for both nights: 62
Stephen and Rylee showed significant improvement with their Foxtrot, applying judges’ feedback from previous weeks. They were commended for better frame and timing, earning consistent eights across the board.
Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach
Dance: Paso Doble to “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith
Scores: 29 (8, 7, 7, 7)
Total for both nights: 52
Dwight and Daniella’s Paso Doble was a redemption performance, with Carrie Ann declaring Dwight “back in the game.” The judges acknowledged his comeback spirit and energy, though Bruno pointed out hand breaks.
Eric Roberts and Britt Stewart
Dance: Paso Doble to “Cherry Pie” by Warrant
Scores: 22 (6, 5, 6, 5)
Total for both nights: 46
Eric and Britt brought determination to their Paso Doble, with judges acknowledging his spirit and improved confidence. However, timing issues were noted, and scores remained lower.
Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten
Dance: Jive to “Cum On Feel the Noize” by Quiet Riot
Scores: 26 (7, 6, 7, 6)
Total for both nights: 56
Ilona and Alan faced challenges in their Jive, with judges pointing out mistakes. Despite errors, Ilona’s positive attitude was recognized, and judges encouraged her to come back stronger.
Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber
Dance: Paso Doble to “The Final Countdown” by Europe
Scores: 31 (8, 8, 7, 8)
Total for both nights: 62
Jenn and Sasha delivered a Paso Doble packed with content, praised by Bruno. Derek highlighted Jenn’s “beautiful, strong calmness” and impressive knee walks, resulting in solid scores.
Phaedra Parks and Val Chmerkovskiy
Dance: Paso Doble to “You Give Love A Bad Name” by Bon Jovi
Scores: 26 (7, 7, 5, 7)
Total for both nights: 56
Phaedra and Val’s Paso Doble had mistakes pointed out by judges, who noted a “square” and “flat” quality in some movements. While Derek found it dynamic overall, scores were mixed.
Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson
Dance: Tango to “Rock You Like A Hurricane” by Scorpions
Scores: 36 (9, 9, 9, 9)
Total for both nights: 70
Joey and Jenna’s Tango was the standout performance of the night, earning unanimous praise and nines from all judges. Derek Hough called it “the best tango I’ve seen from a male celebrity ever,” cementing Joey as a frontrunner.
Double Elimination Shocks Fans
After the Dancing With The Stars scores tonight were combined with viewer votes from both Monday and Tuesday, the results led to a double elimination. Sadly, two couples had to say goodbye to the ballroom:
- Eric Roberts and Britt Stewart
- Reginald VelJohnson and Emma Slater
Reginald expressed gratitude for the experience and his partnership with Emma, while Emma cherished their friendship. Eric Roberts stated it was the “best working experience” of his career, and Britt proudly noted they broke barriers in the ballroom.
“Hair Metal Night” on Dancing With the Stars delivered high-octane performances, memorable moments, and a surprising double elimination. As the competition heats up, tune in next week to see which couples will rock the ballroom and who will face elimination. Don’t forget to catch DWTS Tuesdays on ABC and Disney+, and stream episodes the next day on Hulu and ABC.com. And for more dance content and all things ballroom, keep checking back with ten-dance.com!
