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Dancing with the Stars‘ first season on Disney+ has come to end! So much change has already been announced going into tonight’s season 31 finale. First, judge Len Goodman and Cheryl Burke have called it quits. Then, Disney gave Bob Chapek the heave-ho and rewarded Bob Iger with his old CEO seat. A desperate plea from the cheap seats, Mr. Iger: return the mirror ball to ABC! I think we can all agree that this streaming experiment has gone the way of the polka: no one wants Disney+ anywhere near the ballroom. Perhaps moving it back home to Mondays on ABC can be your next major decision after lowering the price for the Genie+ line-skipping service at the parks?

It's the end of an era for Dancing With The Stars. Cheryl Burke announced she's leaving the hit dance competition show as a pro dancer after the season 31 finale that's set to air on Disney+ on Monday.The San Francisco native has been a mainstay on the show for most of the seasons since she made her debut in season two, which premiered on ABC back on January 5, 2006.Hinting at tension behind the scenes, she said show bosses had been 'well aware' for years that she wanted to be promoted to the judging panel, but had ignored her pleas.  She made it known she'd like to replace head judge Len Goodman following his departure at the end of this season, but said she was weighing up other opportunities too.'I am sitting here full of so many conflicting emotions about the words I am about to write,' she began when announcing her decision on Instagram. 'Tomorrow night will officially be my final dance as a pro dancer on @dancingwiththestars.

Strictly Come Dancing tradition, the cast and crew head up north for one week to perform at Blackpool's iconic Tower Ballroom. Arlene Phillips, 79, has said that during the earlier stages of the show when she was a judge, it was "not quite the glamour it is now".Elaborating, Arlene said she remembered being put up in a "promenade hotel" which was "neither very clean nor nice"."We could not believe it, we came to Blackpool and we were staying in a less than three star hotel."We laughed about it forever after but it was cold and horrible.That was with strictly – the very first time."They changed our hotel after that but we were like 'what is this going to be like?' There was nothing like the way it is now," she told the Daily Star online.Steph McGovern admits she 'starved' herself while on BBC BreakfastThe professional dancer said the show has since grown "in every way" and is "great to watch".One change she has picked up on over the years is the amount of time the judges get to critique. She added: "When I was there I felt like we were pushed and rushed.

With Dancing With the Stars wrapping up its 31st season next week, it was revealed on Monday's episode that longtime head judge Len Goodman will be leaving the show.Goodman, 78, has appeared as the head judge on Dancing With the Stars since it debuted on ABC in 2005.He revealed on Monday's semi-final episode on Disney Plus that he is leaving the show to spend more time with his family. Goodbye Len: With Dancing With the Stars wrapping up its 31st season next week, it was revealed on Monday's episode that longtime head judge Len Goodman will be leaving the show'This will be my last season judging Dancing With the Stars,' Goodman began on Monday's episode.'I’ve been on the show since it started in 2005, and it has been a huge pleasure to be a part of such a wonderful show but I’ve decided I want to spend more time with my grandchildren and family back in Britain,' Goodman added.

Former 90210 actor Trevor Donovan and Coda actor Daniel Durant were both eliminated on Monday during the semifinals of Dancing With The Stars on Disney+.Trevor, 44, and his partner Emma Slater received the lowest combined audience and judges scores of the night after performing two dances. Daniel, 32, and Britt Stewart along with drag queen Shangela and Gleb Savchenko found themselves at the end of the night with the second and third lowest combined scores. Ultimately, though, the judges decided to save Shangela to compete in next week's  season 31 finale over Daniel.  Semifinals episode: Former 90210 actor Trevor Donovan was sent home during a double-elimination semifinals episode of Dancing With The Stars on Monday on Disney+Head judge Len Goodman, 78, announced that this would be his last season on the show.'I've been with the show since it started in 2005 and it has been a huge pleasure to be a part of such a wonderful show, but I've decided I would like to spend more time with my grandchildren and family back in Britain,' Len said.

Witney Carson revealed that she was pregnant with her second child after performing on Monday's live episode of Dancing With The Stars on Disney+.The 29-year-old pro dancer after performing a Paso doble routine with celebrity partner Wayne Brady, 50, made the announcement while being interviewed by her former partner and show co-host Alfonso Ribeiro, 51.'I'm so excited to finally announce that Carson, Leo and myself are expecting baby number two!,' Witney said referencing her husband Carson McAllister, 29, and their 22-month-old son Kevin Leo. Pregnancy announcement: Witney Carson, shown in September 2019 in Los Angeles, revealed that she was pregnant with her second child after performing on Monday's live episode of Dancing With The Stars on Disney+The studio audience and show judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli erupted in applause for Witney.'So, I'm so blessed and this just felt like a really, really good time to share it.

Jordin Sparks was eliminated during Halloween Night on Monday on Dancing With The Stars after finishing in the bottom two on the Disney+ show.The 32-year-old singer was upbeat during her exit interview as she was asked about her experience during season 31 of the dancing competition show. 'It's been life changing,' Jordin said. 'There aren't that many times as a performer that you get to do something different and new.

Perfect scores, eliminations and group numbers, oh my! The Dancing With the Stars contestants brought the house down with their Halloween performances on Monday, October 31.

Everyone was in the Halloween spirit this week on Dancing With the Stars.

Strictly Come Dancing panel alongside Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli. As the dancer discussed her partnership with Wiltshire Farm Foods, Express.co.uk asked Arlene how she felt when the news broke of Bruno's departure from the show, with Anton Du Beke taking his position full-time.Anton took a permanent role on the judging panel this year alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Shirley Ballas.This comes after he covered for Bruno Tonioli last year when he took a break from the show due to travel limitations as he continued to judge on the US series, Dancing With the Stars.Express.co.uk asked Arlene if she was sad to see Bruno leave the show as he started on Strictly with her.She replied: "Was it sad Bruno was leaving? I don't think so.

Jessie James Decker was eliminated on Monday during Michael Bublé Night on Dancing With The Stars after finishing in the bottom two on the Disney+ show.'This is one of the scariest things I've ever done,' said Jessie, 34, after she was eliminated. 'It was emotional.

is back just one night after their emotional Most Memorable Year Night, and this time took the celeb contestants back to their high school days with Prom Night!Disco hits, retro style and a whole lot of fun, Tuesday's Prom Night proved to be the perfect balance to Monday's heartstring-tugging theme and brought out the best from a number of talented couples.Host Tyra Banks and co-host Alfonso Ribeiro emceed the proceedings as stalwart judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli critiqued and scored the fun, high-energy performances.Here's a look at some of the best, most Prom-worthy routines of the night, and a breakdown of which celebs are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy.

 returned Monday for the first of a two-night special Most Memorable Year week, which explored some of the most impactful, memorable and meaningful turning points in the lives of the competitors.The stars all did their best to pay tribute to these memorable and meaningful moments in their lives with impressive performances that honor and represent the emotions and struggles of those moments.Host Tyra Banks and co-host Alfonso Ribeiro emceed the proceedings as stalwart judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli critiqued and scored the heartstring-tugging dances and potent performances.Here's a look at some of the best, most powerful routines of the night, and a breakdown of which celebs are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy. Gabby & Val’s dance was simply beautiful

It’s most memorable year night on Dancing with the Stars! It’s also the halfway point of season 31, which means if you haven’t subscribed yet to Disney+ to watch your favorite pros, then you probably never will. And that’s okay! We watch so you don’t have to.

 returned Monday for the first of a two-night special Most Memorable Year week, which explored some of the most impactful, memorable and meaningful turning points in the lives of the competitors.The stars all did their best to pay tribute to these memorable and meaningful moments in their lives with impressive performances that honor and represent the emotions and struggles of those moments.Host Tyra Banks and co-host Alfonso Ribeiro emceed the proceedings as stalwart judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli critiqued and scored the heartstring-tugging dances and potent performances.Here's a look at some of the best, most powerful routines of the night, and a breakdown of which celebs are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy. Gabby & Val’s dance was simply beautiful

Sharing their stories. The Dancing With the Stars contestants performed to songs that were released during the most memorable year of their lives during the Monday, October 17, episode.

Bringing a classic cartoon to life. Charli D’Amelio and Mark Ballas dressed as Marge and Homer Simpson for their Disney+ Night performance on Dancing With the Stars.

 returned Monday with an enchanting night of dances that saw the contestants get animated for Disney+ Night. The stars all did their best to step up to the challenge with some impressive, magical performances.Host Tyra Banks and co-host Alfonso Ribeiro emceed the proceedings as stalwart judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli critiqued and scored the slate of celebs' fun, exciting numbers, which were all set to some iconic tunes from the Disney Songbook (and a few other offerings from the Disney+ platform, including ).Here's a look at some of the best performances of the night, and a breakdown of which celebs are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy — and scroll to the bottom to see who got eliminated at the end of week 4!.@JordinSparks & @brandonkstrong coming in strong with a memorable Jazz routine!

The age-old tradition of featuring a Disney-themed night on Dancing With The Stars is now a thing of the past. That’s because it’s been replaced by a Disney+ Night! Nothing like taking synergy to a whole new level, right ballroom fans?

returned Monday with a steamy, sultry night of dances all themed around the iconic James Bond film franchise — and the stars all stepped up to the challenge with some impressive, classy 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 some famed James Bond themes and tunes that encapsulated the timeless class of the iconic, tuxedo-clad spy.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 scroll to the bottom to see who got eliminated at the end of week 3!My fav part omgg her walk, SHE KILLED THATTTT @charlidameliopic.twitter.com/Eq6hq5oZjaThe show kicked things off by bringing out the season's best celeb dancer, and she didn't fail to live up to expectations. Charli was cheered on from the audience by her famous pals Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian, and it seemed like they provided some real magic.

Charli D'Amelio was cheered on by Kourtney Kardashian, Travis Barker and her boyfriend Landon Barker while competing on Monday on Dancing With The Stars.The 18-year-old TikTok star after performing a sexy Rumba with Mark Ballas, 36, to No Time To Die held her pose as judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli looked on.'And holding it. And still holding it.