Carrie Ann Inaba: Last News

While Val Chmerkovskiy and the rest of the Dancing With the Stars couples compete for judges’ scores weekly, the esteemed panel has become somewhat notorious when it comes to articulating what they’re looking for.

The competition is heating up on season 31 of Dancing With the Stars, with Len Goodman being forced to pick between Teresa Giudice and Cheryl Ladd for the second elimination of the season.

“Dancing With the Stars” returned Monday with a high-energy Elvis Night, which paid tribute to the King of Rock & Roll — and the stars all stepped up to the challenge with some impressive performances.

After reporting multiple cases of Covid in the last week, Dancing with the Stars returned to the Disney+ ballroom Monday to honor Elvis Presley and to showcase how much Tyra Banks towers over her hosting partner Alfonso Ribeiro. Those two need to stand at opposite sides of the stage! The pro lineup was unfortunately one hoofer short: Daniella Karagach tested positive for the virus overnight so her partner Joseph Baena had to mask up and perform with fill-in troupe dancer Alexis Warr.

returned Monday with a high-energy Elvis Night, which paid tribute to the King of Rock & Roll — and the stars all stepped up to the challenge with some impressive performances.Host Tyra Banks and new co-host Alfonso Ribeiro emceed the proceedings as returning judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli critiqued and scored the slate of celebs' exciting numbers, which were all set to Elvis classics.For some stars — including actor Daniel Durant — the high-energy numbers were particularly challenging, while other stars seemed to thrive with the attention-grabbing routines.Here's a look at some of the best numbers of the night, and the celebs who are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy — and  I love your beautiful outfit! @JordinSparkspic.twitter.com/NrSDhUnFGPAnother night, another incredible example of just how impressive Jordin Sparks' range of talent really is. She can sing, she can act and she's taking to dancing with impressive flair.

Sarah Michelle Gellar may not be a contestant on the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, but that doesn't mean she couldn't be there to support her close friend.MORE: DWTS pro Daniella Karagach tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of upcoming showThe actress appeared on the latest installment of the show to show her love and support for her friend and former co-star Selma Blair.VIDEO: Dancing with the Stars season 31 castAfter a strong premiere episode that saw her dance the Viennese Waltz and leave everyone in tears, Selma returned for another strong week.The Cruel Intentions star and author appeared on Elvis Night to dance the Jive with her partner Sasha Farber to the classic Jailhouse Rock.MORE: Selma Blair's MS explained – and how it will affect her on DWTSThe judges once again gave them strong reviews, praising Selma for pushing through her health struggles and even pulling out a surprise cartwheel and split.However, it was her friend Sarah who definitely had the strongest reaction, and while all we got was an audience shot, it was clear to see the moment was special to her.A post shared by Dancing With The Stars #DWTS (@dancingwiththestars)Sarah came out in support of Selma's week two performanceThe camera panned over to her left in tears as her friend pushed through her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, even supporting Selma's 11-year-old son Arthur, who attended both shows to cheer his mom on.The previous week, judge Carrie Ann Inaba - who battles several autoimmune diseases - could relate to Selma and her incredible strength only too well and was also left in an emotional state.MORE: Divisive Dancing with the Stars season 31 makes emotional first eliminationMORE: Exclusive: Amanda Kloots shares who she's rooting

After fighting through media hellfire for more than two years, Sharon Osbourne is speaking her truth and ripping apart her harshest critics for the first time since her abrupt exit from "The Talk," exclusively on Fox Nation. "Did I ever think that I was going to be accused of something that I'm not? Who ever thinks that's going to happen in their life?" Osbourne says in the new docuseries. "I was this lamb that was slaughtered that morning," the former talk show host continued.

There wasn’t a dry eye in the house as Selma Blair took to the “Dancing With The Stars” stage on Monday’s season 31 premiere.

is back for Season 31, on its new home on Disney+, and the familiar show felt largely unchanged in its new modified, commercial-free format that gave more time for the dances and the judges' feedback.Returning host Tyra Banks was joined by new co-host Alfonso Ribeiro — as well as returning judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli — as they saw a new slate of celebs hit the dance floor for their debut performances.With the theme of Premiere Night Party, the slate of 16 celeb-pro couples brought their best to the dance floor with numbers set to the stars' favorite party songs. Some performances, as expected, fell a bit flat, while others wowed the judges and earned some impressive scores.Here's a look at some of the best numbers of the night, and the celebs who are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy.

Dancing with the Stars began its 31st season Monday in the most peculiar manner: by asking viewers to click a watch button on Disney+ at exactly 5 p.m./8 p.m. “Tune” in any earlier and you’ll get a reminder — NO, its at 8 p.m. ET, pal! Come back when it’s time. This is the new reality for dance fans accustomed to watching their favorite competition show that used to be on ABC.

JoJo Siwa has defended the decision to take her new girlfriend to the children's restaurant Chuck E. Cheese on a date.MORE: Carrie Ann Inaba pays emotional tribute to former DWTS contestant Anne HecheThe former Nickelodeon star turned Dancing with the Stars hopeful went public with her new romance with Avery Cyrus this past week, sharing a video of the two in a photobooth at the famous restaurant.WATCH: Dancing With The Stars: Jojo Siwa lands in bottom twoBut after being trolled by a TikTok user for going on a date at the establishment whose motto is "where a kid can be a kid," JoJo responded and defended the choice by referencing her own brand.The original video was titled: "How I walk knowing I've never taken someone on a date to Chuck E.

Dancing with the Stars will soon be waltzing back to our TV screens when it returns with a brand new season on September 19 – and it's got a new home on Disney+ too.MORE: Beloved DWTS pros unexpectedly depart show just weeks before premiereOn Thursday, the celebrity contestants were finally revealed, and the line-up is looking better than ever with some huge names taking on the challenge to lift the Mirror Ball trophy. One name that viewers may be unfamiliar with is Joseph Baena – but you'll most certainly recognize his famous family.

Carrie Ann Inaba has been verified on TikTok - and to celebrate she has shared her first TikTok video from 2020 when she was still working on The Talk.EXCLUSIVE: DWTS' Derek Hough talks upcoming milestone with girlfriend Hayley Erbert and their shared passionBut she surprised fans by revealing that during the pandemic when she was recording from home, she was just like the rest of us and wearing "professional attire on top and barefooted and in sweats on the bottom".WATCH: Carrie Ann Inaba shares first TikTok videoThe video saw the Dancing with the Stars judge wearing grey sweats and a red blouse with a deep V-neck detail for the dance that first began trending in 2020."Finally got verified on #tiktok. Follow me at @carrieanninabaofficial (TikTok) for more amazing outfits," Carrie jokingly captioned the post.

EXCLUSIVE: They call it “the show that captured hearts for 30 seasons.” And now, the hope is that hearts will follow the former ABC hit to Disney+.

While the announcement has yet to be made about which celebs will be competing, “Dancing With the Stars” has revealed six of the pro dancers who will be taking to the ballroom in the show’s upcoming 31st season.

Carrie Ann Inaba has been one of the many stars to pay tribute to Anne Heche following her horrific car crash in LA.MORE: Anne Heche in critical condition following explosive and shocking car crash in Los AngelesAnne was declared "brain dead" by doctors last week aged just 53.The actress and ex-girlfriend of Ellen DeGeneres was a former contestant on Dancing with the Stars, and as a result Carrie knew her personally.VIDEO: A look back at Anne Heche in Chicago PDThe dance judge wrote a lengthy message dedicated to Anne, branding her a "complete joy" and a "courageous soul".MORE: Anne Heche's family asks for prayers as she remains hospitalized following fiery car crashMORE: Carrie Ann Inaba asks for prayers for good friend Ozzy OsbourneIn the message, Carrie wrote: "I've been thinking of her since her accident last week and like many of you, my heart is heavy..."Anne was one of the stars on @dancingwiththestars that truly touched my heart. Her personal story was one that reached into my heart and squeezed it.

Ellen DeGeneres has sent “all of my love” to the family and friends of Anne Heche, following the actress’ serious car accident last week. Anne, who dated the Hollywood chat show host from 1997 to 2000, is reportedly still on life support to see if she’s a potential match for organ donation.

Colleagues, friends and others in Hollywood are paying tribute to Anne Heche, who was declared brain dead this week, but remains on life support following her horrific car crash in Los Angeles. As reports emerged that Heche would not survive and will be taken off life support, messages of love and appreciation for the Emmy-winning actor began to pour in.

Hollywood is mourning the untimely loss of Anne Heche.

The ballroom opens up in September on Disney+.

Carlton Banks is once again hitting the dance floor — but not like you think! Alfonso Ribeiro will cohost Dancing With the Stars’ upcoming season 31 alongside Tyra Banks, the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air alum announced.