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Learn more- Last week, it was Priscilla Presley who said goodbye on "Dancing with the Stars," and the remaining celebrities would perform two dances for the first time. The dancers will perf--whoa, check out Marlee Matlin's outfit! On to the dance floor:
Jason & Edyta: NFL star Jason Taylor was planning on dancing a bit more to impress the judges. His partner Edyta Sliwinska took him to a freestyle dancing class to learn some moves. Jason and Edyta danced the cha cha cha to The Emotions' "Best of My Love." Judge Len Goodman said Jason had "lots of content" and said he could see Jason counting a little bit, but that he did a nice job. Bruno Tonioli said it was good that we saw Jason get a little cheeky, but he did mess up the timing a bit. Carrie Ann Inaba said nobody can touch Jason when he hits his lines, but that there was still awkwardness with his arms when he was out of the holds. Scores: 8, 8 and 8.
Shannon & Derek: Actress Shannon Elizabeth had a rough go the previous week, taking some harsh criticism from the judges. Her partner Derek Hough brought her some flowers and then they went and made out on the beach. Shannon and Derek danced the rumba to Cyndi Lauper's "True Colors." It ended with the couple walking off the stage together. Bruno said the romantic interplay definitely worked, but that the rumba aspect didn't work because of the placement of the foot. Carrie Ann said now the judges are looking beyond potential. Len said they were "all over each other like a rash," but that was a good thing. He said overall it was good. Scores: 8, 8 and 8.
Marlee & Fabian: Actress Marlee Matlin was still reeling from her slip the previous week, so she called on The Fonz to give her a pep talk. Henry Winkler became her own personal guru, telling her he knows her spirit is intense and "on fire." Her partner, mambo world champion Fabian Sanchez, promised her she was in good hands. Marlee and Fabian danced the mambo to Gloria Estefan's "La Tierra," which Marlee sporting a little tiger-print/bikini top. The dance was a little less than fluid. Carrie Ann opened with, "you look amazing," which is Paula Abdul speak for "it didn't go so well." She said the mambo was a dance that relied on connection to the music and that it would be the most challenging to Marlee, who is deaf. The judges agreed that it looked awkward and uncomfortable but praised her for being an inspiration. Scores: 7, 7 and 7.
Cristian & Cheryl: Actor Cristian de la Fuente sought to bounce back from a bottom-two finish. He focused in rehearsal on maintaining his straight arms to keep Len happy. They practiced in a swimming pool, which gave him the perfect chance to pull his partner Cheryl Burke into the water -- he did. Cristian and Cheryl maintained a nice rat pack vibe dancing the foxtrot to "Come Fly with Me." Len said that "if you're in the bottom two tomorrow, I'll show my bum in the supermarket." Cristian shook his hand on that guarantee. Bruno said it was "Cristian at his dashing best" and said his footwork was excellent. Carrie Ann, at a loss for words, said Cristian "passed right into refined." Scores: 9, 9 and 9.
Marissa & Tony: Broadway star Marissa Jaret Winokur had a big night the previous week with a sassy samba. In rehearsal, she got dizzy with the spins in the Viennese walts, so her partner Tony Davolani took her to an aerial acrobatics class to help. Marissa and Tony dance the Viennese waltz to Tom Jones' "Delillah." Bruno complimented her on attempting some very technical moves. Carrie Ann said she is "definitely on the Winokur wave" because she loved it. Len said what pleased him the most was seeing Marissa's confidence grow and said she looked "like a true princess." Marissa screamed when she saw her scores. Scores: 9, 8 and 9, from Carrie Ann, Len and Bruno, respectively.
Kristi & Mark: Apparently Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi's domination has become so apparent that the only thing host Tom Bergeron had left to point out before her performance was that she has yet to score a perfect 30. She revealed that she was born with a clubbed foot and needed casts as a toddler to overcome it. It hasn't appeared to hold her back much. Kristi and her partner Mark Ballas Jr. danced the jive to "Rip It Up" with a sock-hop kind of vibe. It was high energy and basically flawless. Carrie Ann said it was the best dance performed this season. Len said it was like being at a buffet and called it "a smorgaboard of dance, and I loved it." Bruno said she performed the best she ever has. Scores: 10, 10 and 10. Perfection, for the first time all season.
Mario & Karina: R&B singer Mario found his mojo the previous and scored 9's across the board and he had his sights set on Kristi. He said he wanted to bring sexy back with the rumba. He dedicated his dance to his little brother, who we saw Mario talk to back in Baltimore thanks to his AT&T cell phone (that wasn't intentional product placement, was it?). Mario and Karina danced the rumba to Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On" with a super hot and steamy twist. Len said they did a good job, but that the rumba "is the story of a developing romance, it's not the story of a strumpet and a gigolo." Bruno said he thought it was fabulous. Carrie Ann said it was "better than good sex." But she pointed out a lift and said she was going dock him for it. Scores: 9, 9 and 10, from Carrie Ann, Len and Bruno, respectively.
Hoedown! Umm... this one you kinda had to see. The first group dance of the season, strictly for the viewers' enjoyment, was full of flips, spins, twirls and general excitement abounded as the stars looked to impress the fans with their solo moments. It was a fun display, highlighted by some pretty tremendous lifts by Jason and Mario.
Scoreboard:
Kristi & Mark: 30
Mario & Karina: 28
Cristian & Cheryl: 27
Marissa & Tony: 26
Jason & Edyta: 24
Shannon & Derek: 24
Marlee & Fabian: 21
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