One week after displaying his best performance of the season with the Argentine Tango, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Ochocinco and his partner Cheryl Burke danced to the Viennese Waltz on ABC’s Dancing With The Stars. The Pro Bowl wide receiver gave the birthday girl an extra gift—along with the diamond necklace—by receiving his best score of the season with 25 out of 30.
For the second straight week, the competition added a new twist on top of each couple's individual performance. Along with the Waltz, Chad and Cheryl took part in the Cha-Cha challenge in which they joined Pamela Anderson, Damien Whitewood, Nicole Scherzinger, and Derek Hough as "Team Gaga" to perform her classic hit "Telephone." The six dancers received a score of 27 for their energetic performance to be combined with each of their individual dance scores.
As impressive as their group performance was, it was Chad and Cheryl's individual performance that impressed the judges for the second straight week--especially for Ocho's use of his arms. Here's what the judges had to say about Chad's performance of the Waltz:
Bruno Tonioli: “Chad I can’t believe you can be so graceful and so gentle. Truly a gentle giant I’m telling you. You really maintained your focus. Just a couple of things, I can see you worked a lot on extending your lining, but make sure it travels through your fingers.”
Carrie Ann Inaba: “When you’re aware of your arms, they’re breathtaking. They’re so elegant and there is nothing sexier than watching a man find out how to be tender and graceful.
Len Goodman: “You’re arms to me we’re full of fluidity. Chad, remember this day, May 3 2010…the night you became a contender.”
The judges were harsh on Ochocinco during the first few weeks of the show because they knew he was capable of living up to higher potential. After two straight impressive performances, it seems like No. 85 is finally living up to that potential as he continues to get better and better each week.
For two weeks in a row, Chad and Cheryl have set their highest scores of the season—making their chances of returning next week highly likely. Of course, the only way to guarantee their return is if they receive enough votes from the fans.
Fans can vote for Chad Ochocinco and Cheryl Burke by clicking here or calling 1-800-VOTE4-01.
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