Marilu / Derek
Viennese Waltz
Her most memorable year was losing her mother in the same month that she started on the hit show "Taxi."
Like Maureen, Marilu looked beautiful and radiant in this dance. I loved how the dance exploded when the music swelled, and they started sweeping across the floor. Like Maureen, I think this was Marilu's best dance. It was so so lovely. She had a very good frame. But I know that Carrie Ann will mark them down because her feet came off the floor in that last big turn. Like, she was off the floor the entire time. The group hug was precious. And wow, Carrie Ann didn't mention the lift! Shocking! The judges just loved it. I'm very happy for her.
Scores: 9, 9, 9
Amber / Maks
Samba
Amber's most memorable year was when her son was born. The package included a fight between her and Maks and a lot of insecurity and frustration. And then came the dance. Sigh. Extra dancers. And Amber was so tight and straight and tentative. You have to get down and dirty if you're dancing the samba, and she didn't do it. At times it looked like she was testing bath water, or tip toeing through wet grass. I don't understand. Amber has all the assets to be a successful dancer. Something keeps holding her back. She was slightly better last week, but slid back again this week. I'm frustrated. The judges were not as hard as her as I am.
Scores: 8, 8, 8
James / Sharna
Tango
James' most memorable year was when he survived a terrible crash last year. He almost died. His injury is usually not survivable. Oh my goodness. And jeez with the blinding lights AGAIN! I thought this was a very strong tango. Good speed, good frame, good movement across the floor. I didn't enjoy it as much as I did other dances tonight, but it was a solid performance. The judges were very enthusiastic. Carrie Ann actually called him "the one to beat." And Julianne said his frame is the best she has ever seen on the show. Very high praise.
Scores: 10, 9, 10
Terra / Sasha
Contemporary
Her most memorable year was 2013, when her father passed away of a heart attack after a liver transplant. The dance was incredible - very fast spins, a beautiful lift with Terra standing on Sasha's knees and then bending forward, Terra running into his arms - just gorgeous. And the song was perfect - "Stand By Me." Everything worked in this dance. It was exciting, it was uplifting, it was meaningful, it was electric. I absolutely loved it. The judges did too. Tom mentioned the chemistry and the connection between her and Sasha.
Scores: 9, 9, 9
What an awesome show!! And no elimination tonight - yipee!! AND no more Tuesday night filler show! The good news just keeps on comin'!
Good night dance fans!
End of part 2
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