Glamour, Glitz, and Mirrorball Magic: Dancing with the Stars Crowns Its Season 33 Champion
In a night that can only be described as a sartorial spectacle meets dance floor drama, “Dancing with the Stars” delivered its most electrifying finale yet, transforming the ballroom into a glittering runway of pure performance art. The November 26th broadcast was nothing short of a fashion-forward fever dream, where sequins, sweat, and supreme choreography collided in the most magnificent of ways.
As the finale unfolded, five extraordinary couples took center stage, each bringing their own unique blend of style, passion, and pure kinetic energy. The evening was a crescendo of movement, with dancers who had become nothing short of walking, twirling works of art over the course of the season.
The return of previously eliminated contestants added an extra layer of nostalgia and excitement to the evening. From Anna Delvey’s avant-garde presence to Xochitl Gomez’s show-stopping performance alongside Val Chmerkovskiy – set to the absolutely divine Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club” – the night was a testament to the transformative power of dance and fashion.
As the tension mounted and the final Freestyle performances took our breath away, the emotional crescendo reached its peak. Loved ones beamed with pride through video messages, their support as meticulously crafted as the most intricate couture gown.
When hosts Alfonso and Julianne began revealing the placements, the ballroom held its collective breath. Danny Amendola and Witney Carson landed in fifth, Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold claimed fourth, while Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong secured a stunning third place.
The final moment – that delicious slice of anticipation – came down to two phenomenal couples: Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson, and Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten. And then, in a moment of pure magic, confetti raining like the most exquisite fashion week finale, Joey and Jenna were crowned champions.
Joey’s heartfelt victory speech was the perfect accessory to the evening – genuine, emotional, and utterly gracious. It means everything,” he proclaimed, his words as perfectly tailored as a custom-made Valentino suit.
The final standings read like a who’s who of dance royalty:
- Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson
- Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten
- Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong
- Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold
- Danny Amendola and Witney Carson
