The dance floor drama unfolded on Tuesday night’s episode of “Dancing With The Stars” as former Texas Governor Rick Perry became the second celebrity contestant to be eliminated from the show. His departure followed a week of performances where he faced off against fellow bottom scorer, ’90s hip hop icon Vanilla Ice.
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Perry and his partner, Emma Slater, received a score of 23 out of 40 on Monday night, placing them at the lower end of the leaderboard alongside Vanilla Ice. This put both celebrities in jeopardy of being sent home in the elimination round. Ultimately, the judges’ votes favored Vanilla Ice, leading to Perry’s exit from Season 23 of the popular dance competition.
Despite being voted off “Dancing With The Stars,” Perry maintained an optimistic outlook. As reported by The Texas Tribune, he expressed understanding and even relief at the outcome. Perry stated, “My daughter is getting married on the 15th of October, and I can promise you I will look good on the dance floor for her.” This comment highlighted Perry’s initial motivation for joining the show: to improve his dance skills for his daughter’s upcoming wedding.
Throughout his brief stint on “Dancing With The Stars,” Perry openly acknowledged his lack of prior dance experience. In a previous interview with The Texas Tribune, he humorously admitted to having “two left feet.” He emphasized that his participation was driven by personal goals, including his daughter’s wedding, and to bring attention to veterans’ issues. While his journey on the show was cut short, Perry’s upbeat attitude and original intentions resonated with audiences.
In conclusion, Rick Perry was the celebrity voted off “Dancing With The Stars” during Tuesday’s elimination. His departure, while marking the end of his dance competition journey, was met with grace and positivity, underscoring his personal objectives for participating in the show.
