‘DWTS’ Premiere Night 2: Maura Higgins Stuns Judges With ‘Traitors’-Inspired Foxtrot
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The second night of the "Dancing With the Stars" Season 35 premiere brought a variety of ballroom performances to the judges. Tatyana Ali, known for her role in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," struggled with her jive to "Knock on Wood" by Amii Stewart. Despite receiving constructive feedback from the judges, Ali expressed optimism about returning for Week 2.
Amber Glenn, an Olympic gold medalist, brought her competitive edge to the ballroom for her cha-cha to Santana's "Smooth." Bruno Tonioli commended her fiery routine but noted the need for refined technique. Ciara Miller, a former "Love Thy Nader" star, shared her journey of reclaiming her identity after a difficult year and performed a foxtrot to Whitney Houston's "Exhale (Shoop Shoop)."
The judges praised her sophisticated elegance but suggested improvements in control and flow. Giada De Laurentiis, a renowned chef, made her debut in the tango to Shocking Blue's "Venus," leaving the audience in awe. Julia Stiles, an actress, paid tribute to Dolly Parton with a quickstep to "9 to 5," leaving the judges impressed.
Maura Higgins stole the show with her hauntingly beautiful "Traitors"-inspired foxtrot to Alannah Myles' "Black Velvet," earning high scores from the judges. Sarah Jane Nader and her first-time pro, Hailey Bills, performed a jive to Avril Lavigne's "Sk8er Boi," which fell short of the judges' expectations.
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