Admittedly out of her element, Hope Solo proved she could adapt to the situation at hand and shine at the same time.
That was the story Monday as Solo showed off a completely different side in the television spotlight, moving her way to a career-high score during an emotional Week 3 of "Dancing with the Stars."
Solo, one of the stars of the United States Women's National Team in soccer, earned scores of 8 across the board from judges Bruno Tonioli, Len Goodman and Carrie Ann Inaba for 24 points. Dancing to "Tonight" by Enrique Iglesias, Solo and Chmerkovskiy were solid in their Cha-Cha-Cha routine and are in all likelihood advancing to Week 4 of the season.
Known more for the rugged, athletic demeanor that has led her to become the world's top goalkeeper, Solo was simply scintillating and sexy in her short, tight black dress.
Judge favorites Derek Hough and celebrity partner Ricki Lake earned a 27 for their performance, taking top honors during an evening that celebrated each contestants most important, memorable time of their respective lives.
- Jeremy Pond, Publisher
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: SOLO, CHMERKOVSKIY MARCH ON; VETERAN DISPLEASED WITH JUDGES' SCORING
HOPE & MAKS
If there was ever a time Maksim Chmerkovskiy left the ballroom with a bittersweet taste in his mouth, Tuesday was surely the instance.
Chmerkovskiy and celebrity partner Hope Solo marched on during the Week 2 results show of "Dancing with the Stars," despite being dealt a baffling score of 19 points for their Jive routine during - what turned out to be - a bizarre night on the dancefloor.
But Chmerkovskiy's moment of elation wound up being short-lived when host Tom Bergeron announced Val Chmerkovskiy and partner Elisabetta Canalis were eliminated from the competition. And Chmerkovskiy didn't hold back when asked his thoughts about the departure of his brother.
"I am not upset about Val's elimination," Chmerkovskiy told us exclusively following Tuesday's show. "I'm pissed that the judges allowed it to happen, by not separating them from the less-able celebrity dancers and 'evening' up the score.
"Having said that, I'm proud of the work Val did with Elisabetta and foresee a 'star in the making' from the younger Chmerkovskiy!"
Those feelings about the judges' scoring echoed across the Internet, with the most notable jabs and comments coming from the Twitter world. Several pairs - including Chmerkovskiy and Solo - were on the receiving end of what were perceived to be inaccurate totals during Week 2 of the competition.
Solo, one of the stars of the United States Women's National soccer team, and Chmerkovskiy led off things with a baffling score of 19 points for their Jive, performed to "Girlfriend" by Avril Lavigne. That left them in the bottom four in eighth place after finishing alone in third during the opening of the Season 13 edition of the show.
Chmerkovskiy was obviously pleased he and Solo advance on the show. He also said the scoring was pretty much irrelevant at this point as well.
"It's more what Hope will take away from this week and how she'll apply it toward next week's improvement," Chmerkovskiy said.
Right below the pair with 18 points were both Carson Kressley and Anna Trebunskaya, who was learned he was safe at the start of the results show, as well as David Arquette and Kym Johnson. Arquette and Johnson found themselves in the bottom two pair at the end of the night, but survived when Bergeron dealt Chmerkovskiy and Canalis the disappointing news.
Chaz Bono and Lacey Schwimmer finished with 17 points for the second consecutive week, which essentially led them to a spot in the final group of three couples. Bono and Schwimmer received the same scores from each judge two weeks in a row as well.
"Dancing with the Stars" returns for Week 3 on Monday at 8 p.m. EST on ABC.
- Jeremy Pond, Publisher
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QUESTIONABLE JUDGING HAS SOLO, CHMERKOVSKIY LOOKING UP AT PACK AFTER WEEK 2 PERFORMANCE
HOPE & MAKS
When it comes to performing on "Dancing with the Stars," anyone can have an off night at any time.
Only problem? It shouldn't be the judges who miss their steps.
In what might have been one of the most bizarre nights of the show's storied history, several pairs - including professional Maksim Chmerkovskiy and celebrity partner Hope Solo - were on the receiving end of what what perceived to be inaccurate totals during Week 2 of the competition.
Solo, one of the stars of the United States Women's National soccer team, and Chmerkovskiy led the night off with a perplexing score of 19 points for their Jive, which was performed to "Girlfriend" by Avril Lavigne.
That total puts Solo and Chmerkovskiy in the bottom four in eighth place after finishing alone in third during the opening of the Season 13 edition of the show. Right below the pair with 18 points are both Carson Kressley and Anna Trebunskaya, as well as David Arquette and Kym Johnson.
Sitting in last place with 17 points are Chaz Bono and Lacey Schwimmer, who finished with the same score in Week 1 getting the same exact scores from judges Carrie Ann Inaba (six points), Lee Goodman (five points) and Bruno Tonioli (six points).
What was most disappointing was Solo and Chmerkovskiy were one of two couples (the other being J.R. Martinez and Karina Smirnoff) who took hit on their scores from the questionable judging instead of garnering totals higher than what they deserved.
The most glaring beneficiaries of the judges doling out of scores that came in higher than deserved were Ricki Lake and Derek Hough, who managed to muster 23 points from the judges on a night when their Jive was no better than a 20 or 21 for a total. And 23 points vaulted them into first place by themselves, all but locking their spot in Week 3 of competition.
The other pair receiving far better scores than deserved were Cheryl Burke and Rob Kardashian, who stunned many when his sloppy Jive led to a score of 21 points, putting him two points behind the leaders. Burke carried Kardashian from start to finish in the dance, which essentially went gone unnoticed by the judges. They, too, can sleep easy Monday, as they should comfortably advance on the show.
Solo and Chmerkovskiy should be safe with their score, due to the pair's large fanbase and how close the competition has been thus far, and advance to Week 3 of the competition. However, getting the maximum amount of votes from viewers is essential as they continue to chase the coveted Mirror Ball trophy. Just ask actress Sabrina Bryan from Week 5 of "Dancing with the Stars" how important votes are when it comes to advancing on the show.
You can continue voting for @maksimc and @hopesolo on @dancingABC by calling 800.868.3408; AT&T text 'VOTE' to 3408; and, online at www.abc.go.com.
- Jeremy Pond, Publisher
- Courtesy photo
Sunday, September 25, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: HOPE, MAKS READY FOR JIVE ON 'DWTS'
HOPE & MAKS
When it comes to fanbases, Maksim Chmerkovskiy might have the biggest of them all.
And come Monday, the "Dancing with the Stars" professional and celebrity partner Hope Solo said they are going to show their appreciation for their dedicated faithful.
Solo, the United States Women's National Team soccer star, and Chmerkovskiy will perform their Jive in the highly anticipated routine during Week 2 of the hit ABC television show.
Chmerkosvskiy said the fans of he and Solo should "expect a fun, lighthearted routine" as they look to march on during Season 13 of the popular TV series.
"This routine is for the fans more than the judges," Chmerkovskiy told us late Sunday night during rehearsals for the show. "We absolutely love and appreciate our fans."
The popular pair received 7s across the board from judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman and Bruno Tonioli, following their routine to the Dave Matthews Band hit song, "Satellite."
You can for @maksimc and @hopesolo Monday on @dancingabc by calling 1.800.868.3408; AT&T text 'VOTE' to 3408; and, online at www.abc.com.
The results show will air Tuesday at 9 p.m. EST on ABC, with one couple leaving the competition. Prior to that, ABC will televise a recap of Monday's performances on ABC at 8 p.m. EST as well.
- Jeremy Pond, Publisher
- Courtesy photo
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
MAKS, HOPE ADVANCE ON 'DANCING WITH THE STARS'
HOPE & MAKS
Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy couldn't have asked for a better beginning to Season 13 of "Dancing with the Stars." Just the look on their faces Tuesday alone told that story.
Solo and Chmerkovskiy earned the right to dance another week Tuesday when they advanced to the next round during the weekly "Dancing with the Stars" results show.
Chmerkovskiy, seeking his first Mirror Ball trophy on the ABC television hit, was thrilled he and Solo are marching on after finishing alone in third place with 21 points Monday following their Viennese Waltz performance.
The pair established itself as a prime contender, getting 7s across the board from judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman and Bruno Tonioli, following their routine to the Dave Matthews Band hit song, "Satellite."
NBA player Metta World Peace (also known as Ron Artest of the Los Angeles Lakers) and professional partner Peta Murgatroyd were eliminated from the competition.
"Dancing with the Stars" returns Monday at 8 p.m. EST on ABC.
- Jeremy Pond, Publisher
- Courtesy photo
PHOTO: MAKS HELPS CARSON RELAX
MAKS & CARSON
"Dancing with the Stars" professional Maksim Chmerkovskiy helped celebrity contestant Carson Kressley cross off one of the things on his "bucket list" Tuesday prior to the show.
Yes, that would be a massage from Chmerkovskiy!
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