The Most Memorable Performances from DWTS Season 21

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From captivative to cringey , season 21 of Dancing With the Stars had some of the most iconic dances ever performed on the show. So, without further ado, here are the MOST MEMORABLE performances from the 2015 Fall season of DWTS!

10. Alek Skarlatos and Lindsay Arnold's Waltz Not only was this Waltz Alek's first perfect score of the season, but it was also an uplifting symbol to represent unity in the world after the attacks on Paris. This amiable performance was astonishingly memorable because it was beautifully patriotic, and supremely fitting for a hero such as Alek.

9. Alexa PenaVega and Mark Ballas's Jazz Dancing With the Stars meets Breaking Bad? Meth wasn't the only thing generating all types of different reactions on the dance floor! This was a iconic dance for a memorable series, showcasing a rather dark side to the plot's premise.

8. Paul Deen and Mark Ballas's Jive Paula Deen's a flasher. . . Enough said there.

7. Bindi Irwin and Derek Hough's Viennese Waltz The song, the blindfold, the choreography-- everything in this dance fell perfectly together to form something more prodigious than words could create. It was a stand-out performance on the show, and actually contributed to making the song Roses and Violets by Alexander Jean hit the top of the music charts!

6.Nick Carter and Sharna Burgess's Contemporary The most memorable part of Icons Week for Nick was not necessarily his dance, but what the dance represented. Before this breathtaking performance, he told about some of the difficult things that has happened in his life. Then, the exquisite dance routine performed in honor of his wife was heartfelt, creating an atmospheric glow of hope in the audience. But, the cherry on top was afterwards, when Nick found out that he is having a baby "Backstreet" boy!

5. Tamar Braxton and Nick Carter's Rumba Probably the most dramatic night of the season, this Rumba because iconic due to the shear fact that Tamar was in such a unique position, and did something that was never done before. Just minutes after arriving from the hospital, Tamar was able to push through this Rumba, truly showing her dedication for her show. Even Nick, her duet partner for the week's challenge, showed sincere leading qualities to care for Tamar every step of the way throughout the showstopping performance. What a night!

4. Team Nightmare's Freestyle Some people call this the best team dance ever on the show. It is, indeed, a unified performance that exemplified the power of teamwork, which could be why it received such rave reviews. But then again, it could be because of the choreography, costumes, set, song, etc.

3. Nick Carter and Sharna Burgess's Jazz Backstreet's back, alright! For Backstreet Boys fans young and old, this concert-style Jazz rocked the house with all sorts of nostalgia and power moves. It was funky, it was uplifting, it was clean, it was sexual-- it was everything that made this throwback dance spectacular!

2. Bindi Irwin and Derek Hough's Contemporary Almost everyone can remember Steve Irwin's death like it was yesterday; it was a phenomenon that stunned everyone around the world. Bindi made herself vulnerable while in center stage, expressing every raw emotion that flowed through her being. She channeled her father in the most tear-jerking way possible, not leaving a single dry eye in the studio.

1. Kim Zolciak-Biermann and Tony Dovilani's Salsa Kim's Salsa was the lowest-scored dance of the season. It was probably the slowest dance I have ever seen on this show before. So why is it so memorable? Well, everyone kept talking about it! It was so bad that even popular news outlets criticized how Kim was practically just carried around the dance floor. Not only was the negative feedback a reason why this was so iconic, but all the behind-the-scenes drama about the Biermanns added on to it. This was probably the cringiest Salsa ever performed on TV, but I can never forget about it!

So what do you think is the most memorable dance from season 21? Remember to follow me on Twitter at @DWTS2016 for Dancing With the Stars news, fan opinions, and more!

DWTS Throwback: My Favorite Performances of Season 19

If you haven't seen already, I made a list of my favorite performances from season 18 of Dancing With the Stars.

Here are my top 16 favorite performances from season 19 of Dancing With the Stars.

**Note: I do not own any of these YouTube videos, and all credit belongs to the Dancing With the Stars TV show on ABC.**

16. Sadie Robertson and Mark Ballas- Viennese Waltz (Week 3)

Although this dance really much of a typical Waltz, it was still sweet. I love how accurate to the movie Up this is, and the flowing movement to it.

15. Lea Thompson and Artem Chigvinstev- Contemporary (Week 4)

This was probably one of the most emotional performances during "Must Memorable Year Night". Lea and Artem told a wonderful story, and it is definitely a memorable dance.

14. Alfonso Riberio and Witney Carson- Salsa (Week 6)

This Salsa has everything. I love the footwork, perfect movements, and overall entertainment of this piece. Alfonso and Witney are a perfect pair together!

13. Team Creepy (Alfonso & Witney, Sadie & Mark, Tommy & Peta, Antonio & Cheryl)- Freestyle (Week 7)

Sure, this dance wasn't very technical, but it is my second favorite team dance of all DWTS history (my favorite was Team Tango from season 14). This was very unique, and the choreography was smart for each couple.

12. Alfonso Riberio and Witney Carson- Jive (Week 11, Night 1)

What ca I say? Alfonso rocked this the first time, and did even better the second time! Alfonso is such a natural mover.

11. Tommy Chong and Peta Murgatroyd- Cha Cha (Week 1)

Throughout season 19, Tommy and Peta never failed to entertain. I love this tribute Cha Cha to Cheech and Chong because it is hilarious and full of subliminal messages. ;)

10. Lea Thompson and Artem Chigvinstev- Argentine Tango (Week 7)

Lea was not in her best emotional state for this Argentine Tango, but she really delivered. The choreography flowed well, which really showcased Lea. If she would have been less tense, this would have gotten perfect tens for sure.

9. Antonio Sabàto, Jr. and Allison Holker- Bollywood (Week 5)

Allison worked a lot better in the Switch-Up challenge than I thought. Although Antonio really couldn't keep up with her, it was still very impressive.

8.Sadie Robertson and Mark Ballas- Quickstep (Week 10)

This Quickstep was a great mix between proper Quickstep technique, and Sadie's amazing style. Mark's amazing choreography prevailed once again!

7. Janel Parrish and Valentin Chmerkovskiy- Samba (Week 11, Night 1)

The second time Janel and Val did this Samba, it was a huge improvement. They really did have a lot of passion, which was what Julianne and Pitbull both wanted.

6. Bethany Mota and Derek Hough- Paso Doble (Week 7)

This was the only performance during Halloween Night that really gave me an eerie Halloween feel. This, for me, was the moment that Bethany finally came out of her shell and shined.

5. Sadie Robertson and Mark Ballas- Freestyle (Week 11, Night 1)

I am a huge gamer, so I geeked out so much when watching this dance. This is probably my favorite setting and theme to any dance I have ever seen. By the way, Sadie was a great Princess Peach!

4. Bethany Mota, Derek Hough, and and Tony Dovolani- Argentine Tango (Week 9)

I am very conflicted over whether this dance had enough Argentine Tango content in it or not. Well, either way, the concept and the transitions were superb.

3. Sadie Robertson and Mark Ballas- Cha Cha (Week 1)

Sadie and Mark had so many great dances together! This proves that Sadie was spectacular from week one. Sadie claims she never had dance training before, but she really seems like a professional in this Cha Cha!

2. Alfonso Riberio, Witney Carson, and Lindsay Arnold- Paso Doble (Week 9)

For season 18, I stated that there were a lot of amazing Argentine Tangos. For season 19, however, I feel as though there were so many amazing trios. Alfonso really showed a different side of him in this Paso Doble. Not to mention, Lindsay showed a new side to her as well.

1. Sadie Robertson, Mark Ballas, and Emma Slater- Foxtrot (Week 9)

I don't care at all that Sadie messed up a little bit at the end of this Foxtrot. This dance was amazing! Mark really showed his creativity (as always) by pulling off what he did. Not only did he have to make a Foxtrot into a trio, but he had to showcase Sadie while having two females on it. This Foxtrot was genius and performed really well.

Honarable Mentions:

• Sadie Robertson and Mark Ballas- Argentine Tango (Week 10)
• Sadie Robertson and Mark Ballas- Samba (Week 4) 
• Alfonso Riberio and Witney Carson- Jazz (Week 4)
• Janel Parrish and Valentin Chmerkovskiy- Jazz (Week 3)
• Janel Parrish and Valentin Chmerkovskiy- Freestyle (Week 11, Night 1)
• Janel Parrish and Valentin Chmerkovskiy- Quickstep (Week 9)

Season 19 had a lot of great performances! What do you think? What are your favorite dances from DWTS 19?

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DWTS Throwback: My Favorite Performances of Season 18

Season 18 is probably my favorite season of Dancing With the Stars. I love so many dances from that season, including both perfect-scoring dances and dances that aren't so popular. Everyone has their own opinions, and I would like to hear yours as well!

The way that I decided my favorite dances were to count every factor that I could think of in these dances, such as technique, performance, song, costumes, scenery, facial expressions, etc.

Here are my top 16 favorite (I am using 16 because it is my favorite number) dances from season 18 of Dancing With the Stars!

**Note: I do not own any of these YouTube videos, and all credit belongs to the Dancing With the Stars TV show and the people who posted the videos online on their channels.**

16. Danica McKellar and Valentin Chmerkovskiy- Tango (Week 8)

I know that the start to this dance took forever to get to the point, but the song and performance as a whole were phenomenal. It was too bad that she had a rib injury, but she really showed her full potential.

15. Team Loca (Meryl & Maks, Amy & Derek, Candace & Mark, Danica & Val)- Freestyle (Week 7)

This dance was so awesome, but I wish that it was performed live. If you don't know, Amy had an injury before the team dances, so the rehearsal footage was shown for the team instead. Anyway, I feel as though they would have gotten a perfect score (they got a 39/40) if it was live on TV.

14. Billy Dee Williams and Emma Slater- Cha Cha (Week 1)

This was the lowest-scoring dance of the season, but the crew of DWTS made this dance seem like a movie! I have never seen Star Wars, but I still love the whole tone of this dance.

13. Meryl Davis and Valentin Chmerkovskiy- Argentine Tango (Week 4)

This was one of my favorite switch-up pairs of season 18. I love how fast each move is in this dance!

12. Meryl Davis and Maksim Chmerkovskiy- Tango (Week 6)

This is another tango from Meryl, and this was her first perfect score of the season. Meryl is really sharp with her ballroom dances, and the choreography was perfect for her.

11. James Maslow and Peta Murgatroyd- Freestyle (Week 10, Night 1)

Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the freestyles in season 18. However, most of them were not show-stopping to me. This freestyle was an exeption in my eyes.

10. James & Peta, Amy & Derek- Jive (Week 8)

This dance battle to me was simple, yet smart. Sometimes, less is more, and this dance proved that. James and Peta worked so well together.

9. Charlie White and Sharna Burgess- Quickstep (Week 8)

The Quickstep is my favorite dance, and Charlie made me like it even more. The Argentine Tango, which is my second favorite dance, was also slightly thrown into this routine, which I liked a lot.

8. James Maslow and Peta Murgatroyd- Jive (Week 3)

Both jives that James did in season 18 were outstanding! I love how James and Peta really made the whole show feel alive when being the first dance of the night.

7. Candace Cameron Bure and Mark Ballas- Samba (Week 5)

Mark Ballas is a genius choreographer, and this dance shows no exception. Sure, the technique wasn't the best, but everything else makes up for it. The crowd always went crazy for this couple!

6. Danica McKellar and Valentin Chmerkovskiy- Quickstep (Week 5)

So, obviously, I put in another Disney routine. Honestly, at first, I was not sure if I would like that theme, but it actually ended up being one of my favorites. This dance, to me, seemed the most "magical" and "Disney-like" to me.

5. Amy Purdy and Derek Hough- Contemporary (Week 3)

Every week, Amy Purdy amazed me. With this dance, she blew me away. With those pointed toes, she proved to everyone worldwide that a person with two prosthetic legs can do a contemporary dance. Her video package was emotional, along with the dance and song itself. Also, I believe that she was way underscored. Why weren't there any tens?!

4. Candace Cameron Bure and Mark Ballas- Argentine Tango (Week 7)

This was by far Candace's strongest dance. I actually watch this video of her Argentine Tango a lot to this day because of how Mark set up the atmosphere for this Latin routine.

3.Charlie White and Sharna Burgess- Jazz (Week 5)

First of all, I just want to say that this should have gotten a perfect score. Sure, Charlie dropped the cane, but who cares? I love the fact that he also broke the umbrella when he did this routine again during the finale. It was like it was meant to be!

2. Amy Purdy and Derek Hough- Argentine Tango (Week 8)

There are a lot of Tangos on my list of favorite dances, but that is because there was an overwhelming amount of amazing Tangos in season 18. This was Amy's first perfect score, and I think that this is the perfect dance to hold that title for her. Once again, she was incredible with the pointed toes, and she made it look effortless.

1. Meryl Davis and Maksim Chmerkovskiy- Argentine Tango (Week 10, Night 1)

I know that all three of Meryl's Tangos are on this list, but she is just so good at them! I love how this Argentine Tango contrasted a lot compared to when she danced with Val. She was perfect with both of them, but this one seemed very special to me. It was hard to choose my favorite performance of season 18, but I chose this one because it captures how well Meryl and Maks work together,

Well, that is my list! What do you agree with? What do you disagree with? I will make another list of my favorite dances for season 19, and that will come out soon!

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