Dancing With the Stars is back with a new episode on Tuesday, Oct. 15, where the couples will grace the ballroom and pay tribute to the people and institutions that have shaped their lives. Read on to find out what to expect in Week 5, including the dances and songs the contestants will perform.
Last week, ABC’s beloved dancing competition bid farewell to two pairs in the double elimination of the season. Eric Roberts and Britt Stewart, along with Reginald VelJohnson and Emma Slater, were sent home after receiving the lowest combined totals of judges' scores and viewer votes from Soul Train night and Hair Metal night.
Now, there are only nine couples left going into Week 5. Frontrunners Joey Graziadei and his partner Jenna Johnson ended last week on top of the leaderboard with 70/80 points. Actress Chandler Kinney and her partner, Brandon Armstrong, followed close behind with 69 out of 80 points.
Tuesday’s show will not only be special because of the theme; Derek and Hayley Hough will dance together to “Beautiful Things (Acoustic)” by Benson Boone, marking Hayley’s return to the ballroom after she underwent multiple brain surgeries last year.
Meanwhile, former pro dancer Mark Ballas will be the special guest judge for Dedication Night. Last week’s guest judge, KISS frontman Gene Simmons, sparked controversy for his “creepy” comments and harsh scores.
When Is Dancing With The Stars On This Week?
The next episode of Dancing With the Stars Season 33 will air on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+. New episodes are available to stream on ABC.com and Hulu the next day.
What Is The Theme For Week 5 of Dancing With the Stars?
The theme for Week 5 of Dancing With the Stars is “Dedication Night.” In their respective dances, the couples will honor important figures or institutions in their lives.
Former Bachelorette Jenn Tran is dedicating her foxtrot to Taylor Swift. “She was such a big part of my life as a kid,” she explained in a video posted to DWTS’ Instagram page. “Her music always transported me to a different place while I was going through so much in my home life as a kid.”
Actress Phaedra Parks is paying tribute to her mother through a heartfelt rumba to “Because You Loved Me” by Céline Dion. The TV personality said that her mother “has sacrificed so much for me.” She continued, “It means so much for me as a mom to be able to show her how grateful I am for all that she’s done for me.”
What Are The Dancing With the Stars Songs And Dances For Dedication Night?
Read on for the complete list of songs and dances the couples will perform during Dedication Night and the influential individuals/ institutions to which each performance will be dedicated.
Danny Amendola and Witney Carson will perform a Contemporary to “Unsteady (Erich Lee Gravity Remix)” by X Ambassadors. The dance is dedicated to former NCAA head football coach Mike Leach.
Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson will perform a Viennese Waltz to “Lose Control” by Teddy Swims. The dance is dedicated to Joey’s fiancée, Kelsey Anderson.
Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach will perform a Rumba to “Shoot For The Stars” by Dwight Howard. The dance is dedicated to Dwight’s children.
Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong will perform a Contemporary to “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack. The dance is dedicated to Chandler’s mother.
Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten will perform a Rumba to “My Way” by Yseult. The dance is dedicated to Ilona’s U.S. women’s national rugby sevens team.
Brooks Nader and Gleb Savchenko will perform a Salsa to “Mi Gente” by J Balvin & Willy William. The dance is dedicated to Brooks’ sisters.
Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold will perform an Argentine Tango to “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes. The dance is dedicated to men’s gymnastics.
Phaedra Parks and Val Chmerkovskiy will perform a Rumba to “Because You Loved Me” by Céline Dion. The dance is dedicated to Phaedra’s mother.
Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber will perform a Foxtrot to “The Archer” by Taylor Swift. The dance is dedicated to Taylor Swift.
