Finalists unveiled for season 32 of 'Dancing With the Stars in exciting announcement
The finalists are finally revealed, promising an electrifying showdown filled with talent, surprises, and a last-minute twist.
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In the semi-finals on Tuesday night, the last five pairs showcased their prowess with both a Latin and a ballroom routine. Tensions soared as they all aspired to secure a coveted spot in next week's highly anticipated finale. Adding a candid moment, Jason Mraz confessed that just a few weeks prior, he contemplated quitting, revealing on Tuesday, 'I wanted to throw in the towel. I'm so glad I didn't.
Judges Moved to Tears
Emotions ran high not just for the dancers, but also for the judges. Following Xochitl Gomez's captivating ballroom dance, Derek Hough became visibly moved, acknowledging that this season's competitors are vying for the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy—a sentiment he believed Len would have cherished.
Carrie Ann Inaba was equally moved, shedding tears as she shared with Gomez, 'You truly touched my heart. It transported me to another world. I felt like I never wanted it to end, and that's so rare after 32 seasons.'
Emotional Farewells
Tears flowed as Alyson Hannigan and Ariana Madix, overcome with emotion, expressed to their partners the deserving journey to the finals. In a surprising twist, the co-hosts announced that, breaking tradition, all five couples would participate in the finale. Tuesday night's scores and votes will carry over, adding an extra layer of suspense to the upcoming climax.
The pairs include Jason Mraz with Daniella Karagach, Ariana Madix with Pasha Pashkov, Charity Lawson with Artem Chigvintsev, Alyson Hannigan with Sasha Farber, and Xochitl Gomez with Val Chmerkovskiy.
With an unprecedented decision to have all five couples compete, the stage is set for an unforgettable finale where skill, emotion, and determination will collide in a dance extravaganza that will mark the culmination of a remarkable season.