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Beth4freedom
Member
10-24-2003
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 1:57 pm
It was interesting that Laila said that she hoped her father would enjoy her dancing from home from now on, because his presence was emotional for her and distracted her enough that she missed her first step (Max agreed, I sure hadn't noticed...and the judges didn't notice). It's really going to be interesting show to show as to who I vote for now....IF I vote! I really want a Apolo/Joey/Laila finale but not sure who to vote for to vote "against" Ian (I just don't enjoy watching him). I guess it will partly depend on the performance of the evening, and the scores of the evening.
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 2:24 pm
She did miss her first step...she kind of half stepped but it was covered up very well. And believe me, if I noticed it then it was noticeable, because I'm usually not that observant. She also got her arm turned wrong on an underarm? term one time, but again, they covered well. I think it is a mark of their maturity as a couple when they can make a mistake and yet it be barely noticeable. Or maybe I was being eagle eyed this week, because Apolo had a few errors in his paso doble (sp?) the first night too. For instance, when Julianne slid up to him after he had done the (for lack of a better term) Russian steps, he had to put his hand down to catch himself from falling before they got up. There was one other that I can't remember right now. However, last night he executed it perfectly. As far as I could see their performance last night was absolutely flawless. I'm not critic though, because I can barely two step - almost unheard of here in Texas!
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Dfng
Member
08-04-2005
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 3:10 pm
What is the attraction of Laila, is it because she has a famous father. She is an okay dancer but her waltz last night was nothing special. This is what I think happened with the winner last year. The audiance votes for personality and not who can dance the BEST. I guess if that's what everyone wants then I should stop watching this show or at the very least, expect the best dancer to not win. Joey is so above Ian and Laila with degree of difficulty but people want to find a reason to not like him if they already have a dislike for him prior to the show. The judges even mentioned that they were dancing on the half beat which is extremely difficult. I just think Joey could out dance a pro and it wouldn't matter. For me, I am in it for the entertainment value only, and by entertainment I mean dancing. Not that one person is handicapped, or that another has a famous dad, or that one used to be in a singing group, or yet another an olympian. For me they are all equal when they hit the floor. I think this is the longest post I have ever made in my 7 years on this board so sorry for the post but I just felt the need to lay my feelings out there for once. I hope I didn't offend anyone.
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Dfng
Member
08-04-2005
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 3:12 pm
and someone please tell me what the difference was between Laila's waltz and Joey's waltz. She got praised and Joey was told he needed to add more tricks. I counted how long Laila was on the pillow and it was like a 1/4 of the dance. I'm not saying this to be mean, I really want to understand
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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 3:27 pm
How did Len score Laila last night? After the second dance he criticized Maks' choreography, e.g. Laila was on the pillow too long, etc. Laila tried to explain that and other moves (or should say non-moves) were her ideas. He said more use should have been made of Laila because she is a good dancer.
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Dfng
Member
08-04-2005
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 4:16 pm
I don't remember how Laila was scored except that it was higher than Joey's and nothing was said about the pillow part until after the 2nd dance. It seemed to me they didn't want to be critical of a dance dedicated to her dad.
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Shel
Member
07-27-2005
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 8:10 pm
Has anyone bought/used the DWTS Dance/Aerobic dvd? I bought it to use with some of my team girls to get them to move something other than their lips this summer. I've done the dvd about 5 times now and really like it. Even my 10yo son likes it (his favorite is the Samba because Kym likes to bounce a lot, lol). Max does Paso, Ashley does ChaChaCha, then all three do the Jive.
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Sharinia
Member
09-07-2002
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 8:59 pm
Laila kind of bored me initially, but her last couple of performances have changed my opinion. I've really enjoyed them, and think that she and Max look soo handsome together.
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Rvon
Member
12-11-2003
| Wednesday, May 09, 2007 - 11:27 pm
After it was announced who all of the celebrities were to be on this show, I also read somewhere that this was the third year in a row Joey was asked to participate. The first year he refused because he never thought the show would be as big of a success as it is, the second year he refused because the money was not good enough, and this year he finally agreed to it. After I read this I sort of thought he is just too big for his britches.
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Alliet
Member
07-11-2005
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 12:46 am
Exactly how I feel/felt about him, Rvon. He's a nice enough guy but he does seem to be awfully into himself LOL
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Alliet
Member
07-11-2005
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 12:47 am
I love Maks on the show. Glad he's gone far this season. His partner, like Joey, does seem a little (lot) full of herself. The only ones who seem humble, IMO, are Apolo and Ian.
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Alliet
Member
07-11-2005
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 12:50 am
Dfng, people hated Heather before the show, during the show, and probably still hate her now. All because of her failed marriage to some has been 'icon' from the Beatles. The woman, whatever her marital status, did very well in the competition and all this with half a leg missing. I think people missed that part and all the charity work she does now. This is not about dancing alone, we all know that.
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Alliet
Member
07-11-2005
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 12:52 am
I think what turns people off about Joey (other than his personality) is the fact that he's had professional dance training. I think this was also what turned a lot off Mario last year (adding to that his arrogance and the arrogance of his dance partner). This competition is not just about dancing. It's also a popularity contest. How else did BRC last this long?!
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Dfng
Member
08-04-2005
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 4:37 am
I thought Joey was a singer in a boys band. They danced but I would not call it professional training. I hear what your saying Alliet but I guess I don't see it. Joey is just confident to me and I find him extremely entertaining. I guess I'm a lonely Joey fan. I don't like Heather's personal choices either but I still loved to watch her when she did well. FYI... I loved Mario last year and was sad he did not win.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 5:35 am
I love how some 'singers in a boy band' (Joey) have a distinct advantage and we don't like that, but other's (Drew) were 'singers in a boy band' but didn't really dance all that much so it's ok! LOL
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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 6:24 am
not only was he a 'singer in a boy band' he was also in a Broadway musical ...
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 7:34 am
You know, it is all about perception. Dfng likes Joey, others like Laila, others like Ian...you are going to support the person that you feel the most drawn to, who entertain you and who you feel really are trying to be the best. I think this final 4 is a good one and there is somebody for everybody.
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 7:36 am
For the umpteenth time, I didn't like Heather because I didn't like Heather and the constant showcasing of her disability. My dislike of her didn't start until the show started and had nothing to do with her (failed) marriage to a Beatle. I don't like Joey because I don't like his personality. It has nothing to do with his "dance training." It has everything to do with his attitude. I don't particuarly like Ian because I see almost no personality in his performances. I do like the energy Apolo brings, and I do like the grace that Laila brings. (And for a woman with her training, that's really hard.) She also shows personality in her dancing. And yes, I noticed the missed step at the beginning of her dance, and she did cover it well. Finally, if this were strictly a dance competition, they wouldn't allow the public to vote. The judging would be solely by "professional" judges. Since the public IS allowed to vote, personalities and entertainment factor in.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 7:45 am
true LT, but remember all the discussion about how it wasn't a dancing role! LOL
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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 9:56 am
TV Guide Article This is a pretty neat article about backstage at the performance show.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 10:11 am
oh, that makes me cry!!! great article, thanks for posting it LT.
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Vixeninvegas
Member
10-07-2002
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 11:20 am
Okay yeah I admit goosebumps and tears as well. Great article LT!
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 11:25 am
Great article. Thanks for the link.
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 11:34 am
Awwww what a sweet article!
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 12:12 pm
Fantastic article. I loved reading that!
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