DWTS: The Dance That Won The Hearts of Millions

Dancing with the Stars Season 16 Champions Performing their Freestyle in The Finals! Congratulations to Kellie Pickler & Derek Hough! Rate, Comment, or Subscribe for my Next Month's Monthly Favorites!

[@luvablecyn]

Why have I only found this masterpiece this year just why

[@ryleib8461]

it’s 2020.

[@RM-lx4wx]

I watched this the night they first danced it. I still come back to watch it.

[@willarroz6703]

Because zendaya’s been hiding it 😂

[@lindadriessen9027]

Watching in 2023, still unequalled. TY for the share❤

[@SharonFranklin-gx3yt]

Holy Smokes! Kelly looks like a professional dancer. Such great choreography from Derek.

[@angelacarbon4010]

Yes, Derek's a great dancer but he's an incredible choreographer. He's so creative and brave. You go Derek!!!

[@Rachael-xb4gy]

He's a phenomenal dancer, not just great. 🤣

[@arlenebrauckmuller2443]

Kellie's performance was as good as any of the pro's. That also tells you just how good Derek is as a teacher. Amazing performance.

[@stacym735]

For my money, that was and is the most beautiful dance from DWTS, ever. So pure, and such perfect storytelling.

[@upclose22]

Yeah, this was the dance that set the bar for Contemporary dances. This truly was breathtaking. Even now👏👏👏👏👏

[@marytaweel5631]

That was one of the most beautiful dances on DWTS ever!!!! Absolute perfection!!!!!!!!

[@judypasqualone3819]

You’re so right…perfection.

[@robindickman4419]

The last couple of years there are no dances even close to how beautiful that was.

[@quantumnature514]

I can't believe how strong Derek is, and he makes it look so effortless. Crazy!

[@susantimani1060]

No matter how much time goes by, this performance can still bring me to tears. It wasn’t just the beautiful choreography or the beauty of the dancers themselves, but the emotion they both showed that makes it amazing.

[@lesliedoerhoefer6030]

My heart just breaks for Kellie! I can’t even imagine the Pain she’s in.

[@cherlp6346]

That’s back when DWTS was good. Love Derek he is so talented his choreography is amazing.

[@rowbom]

This was incredible, Derek is always good but Kelli dances like a professional dancer.

[@mercygirl317]

i hope she finds peace and stays strong. losing her husband is heart shattering. r. i. p

[@tinawedlakejohnnysangel]

ikr ?! That was what I was thinking too.

[@HienTran-ph8bo]

The way Derek and Kellie hugged each other (not once but twice) at the end spoke volumes about their partnership. This was a match made in heaven. DWTS should be proud for having this pair in its history.

[@judyroberson4976]

Yes this was beautiful but I didn’t see one dance step. This was gymnastics.

[@HienTran-ph8bo]

@@judyroberson4976 gymnastics or not, it was fine for a freestyle

[@MrChrissy1r]

@@judyroberson4976 Rubbish gymnastics my backside shows how little you know! This is modern freesystyle expressive dance telling a story in the most modern way of dance! Brilliant and emotive!! You need to open your eyes and your heart, try watching the brilliant Maddie Ziegler especially in the videos she did with Sia. Expressive dance at it's very best!

[@ccc4102]

Take no notice. You're entitled to your opinion. Once they start spouting Zeigler... (predictable) drop it, move on.

[@StarlordNoah]

​@@judyroberson4976 read, it's called a FREESTYLE

[@swfcindy]

This looks like a So You Think You Can Dance routine, with two well-trained dancers instead of one & a star! GORGEOUS!!

[@nancyfancy8857]

There has never been any performance like this one !! Derek & Kellie complimented each other and their chemistry was so deep it took over as they shook in each other's arms during their last embrace . It took my breath away.

[@stephaniecullen5289]

One of the best performances I have ever seen on DWTS. I still get chills when watching. ❤

[@virginiahogan5721]

Love this!!!!!

[@marthaj.chaney498]

This dance was just so beautiful and deserved the win.

[@tonyaestes582]

That was mesmerizing!!! I’m not a dancer but is Kellie not super close to be classified as a professional?! They both did phenomenal but she was breathtaking and flawless. 🏆 👏❤💃👏 ❤💃

[@Msfifisquarepantz]

A “ professional “ ,in any description, simply and only means a person who gets paid for what they do. It doesn’t have to do with the quality of their work.

[@MaryIaconis]

I remember watching this live 9 years ago. Something magical took place. You could feel it through the TV!!

[@smoochesTina]

Same

[@veronicamatchett8227]

UNBELIEVABLE - incredible !! the best of the best; I've always thought Derek Hough was the best male dancer and teacher, so I'm elated

[@AnnelisR]

AND the best choreographer. Which is very impressive - so few dancers are great at all three.

[@nnieves51]

Thanks Veronica for saying it so beautifully..

[@sandierichardson2153]

My favorite dance ever on DWTS! Praying for Kellie!! 🙏🏼

[@pamlowery9130]

One of my all time favorite dances! Prayers still going out to Kellie❤

[@losangelescausa7302]

A dance from 7 years ago, yet it is so beautiful till this time and forever.....

[@YOURRAINBOWBRIDGE1111]

THE INCREDIBLE SYNCHRONICITY BETWEEN THE TWO SPIRITUALLY AND PHYSICALLY EXPLOSIVE BRAVISSIMO

[@McTagh1]

Watching all the contributions of Kellie and Derek during Season 16 gave me a whole new perspective on Kellie. I thought she was FABULOUS from the beginning. The trust she had in Derek shows over and over again. And, Derek was able to display his genius with her. This is my favorite season because of these two.

[@staceysmith8099]

It looked like they both broke down in tears at that end of hugging. But hugging in a way of if you dont you will die! This was the most soul warming dance!!

[@northerngirl468]

Wow! Kelly is a strong dancer and in amazing shape. The core strength she has to be able to preform that dance is amazing.

[@beckyhill4097]

I agree! It is amazing!

[@DWTSGma]

Derek is an incredible artist. He and Kellie were a perfect match, this dance is my all-time favorite such strength and execution, outstanding choreography

[@catrescuer]

Absolutely beautiful…emotional and technical…simply excellent🎉

[@cheneethompson5756]

This is my fave freestyle of season 16! I was so happy when kellie and derek won! I heard her husband passed away I'm praying for her!

[@annswallow2247]

They were stunning, brilliant, magical and incredibly talented ❤

[@bettycogswell9851]

This was my fav dance of all time on DWTS.

[@vinnid5127]

This was amazing! Kellie looked like a professional dancer. Beauty and Grace. ❤️🤗

[@avengingcarma5525]

Derek is an inspiration not just as a performer but as a Human role model, we should all be so inclined to be as loving, kind, Ambitious and genuinely considerate to others and their feelings, inpirations and dreams as he has been for so many people, he is truly a Super Star Human being and a Treasure among the Stars💫🎉

[@brentcowell5776]

she did so well she could dance professionally n win alot1!!! she is very beautiful n talented!!!

[@MsDropofrain]

I don't even know who she is but she did look like a professional dancer. Well done

[@lorigraff9656]

I have goosebumps. She made it look effortless. I’m impressed Derek❤❤❤

[@nicolegregory4429]

This made me cry. It’s so beautiful and strong and vulnerable. So breathtaking! ~N

[@thatgirl626]

1:11 Kellie is phenomenal, awesome routine Derek

[@16Sirens]

That was a stunning choreography and it is still a memorable one to keep in the vault as they say.🕺🏾💃🏽❤

[@Tele007]

I remember watching and it’s one of those moments that I’ve never forgotten. I admire Derek’s choreography and Kelli’s dedication. He’s an amazing dancer.

[@marysaade4343]

She was my favorite celebrity with a Derek Hough❤ still to this day favorite dance of all time

[@needabreak]

This performance will stand above all others. The emotion was awesome to watch as well as painful at the same time. Derek always gets the feelings to come from the dancers. Like Kellie and Bindi. It left me crying❤😢

[@christys8445]

This was so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. Now knowing that her husband committed suicide just makes me weep for the pain she is going through at this time.

[@DaphneHarridge]

I’m crying, too, having just rewatched this. So heartbreaking. Poor Kellie. 🥺💔

[@DaphneHarridge]

@@ruthiemay423, thank you, but “pain she’s going through at this time” … sounds like @Christy S knows the timeframe as do I.

[@christys8445]

@@ruthiemay423 I am caught up. I stated that the dance was so beautiful and felt bad for the pain she is going through now. Pay attention.

[@4shys2]

What did you say? I didn't know this !

[@DaphneHarridge]

@@christys8445 , looks like Ruthie May deleted her comment. 😉

[@mercygirl317]

great job.. my heart breaks for her now, losing her husband. may he r. i. p

[@cheneethompson5756]

My heart broke when I heard he passed away!

[@karenmckillip8685]

So stunning and graceful

[@dedebatsa6301]

I've watched this dance over hundred times and still never got enough. Great dance from Derek and kellie. I know Derek very well and he's One of my best dancers. Voice from Africa

[@patriciaevans5906]

One of the best dances ever here…knew he could but had no idea Kelli could do this!

[@leeglee111]

Kelly is so talented in so many ways. She is quite funny and truly genuine. 💞

[@suzannequinson8439]

She is lovely! I've seen her in concert a few times and she is genuine and quick witted. And she can sing!

[@leeglee111]

@@suzannequinson8439 I have some of her songs, saved. When she was on American Idol, I wanted her to win. 💞

[@AMilo-qm4ed]

hope she is doing okay with the passing of her husband...very sad

[@leeglee111]

@@AMilo-qm4ed suicide, yes? Very tragic! 😔

[@robertmartin1454]

Yes indeed it raised the bar! It touched my heart then and it touches my heart tonight. Simply magnificent! ❤'ed it!

[@marleneschulz118]

Still my all-time favourite dance ever. My only wish is that it was longer.

[@lpg8518]

My God, when your eyes are glued to watching them and you sway as they do, then they gotta be really good.

[@josoverthehill]

Forget once-in-a-generation talent.... Hough is a once-in-a-lifetime talent. I NEVER get tired of watching his choreography. As much as I love SYTYCD, I don't understand how he doesn't win Emmys every year.

[@laurastevenson2785]

WOW!!! This was the most Beautiful, Amazingly, Dance performance I have ever seen in my life. Some music makes me cry with chills, but I have never cried after a dance performance , what a Blessing. God Bless love’s 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@11ms62]

This is such a beautiful performance. I watch it several times a year.

[@cherylmcnutt9905]

That was excellent! She kept up with him perfectly! Really impressive!

[@caroltassin4049]

Derek & Kelly were my favorite couple of all the shows combined. Never a step off, always perfect! 2nd was Derek & Bindi, also perfect.

[@roseannsolnica8441]

It was the first time anyone had done a contemporary for the freestyle and it was so jaw droppingly impressive that after that everyone wanted to do a contemporary freestyle. Once again the trend maker. Derek was and is always the best.

[@IreneNash-bi4xy]

They were unbelievable! Amazing performance!

[@ruthiemay423]

Kellie Pickler: from tiny town southern girl to elegantly beautiful Superstar. ❤❤❤ Derek always knows how to make his partners shine. Best choreographer ever.

[@bodhi1462]

I love it when the choreography aligns with the song.

[@christineseals8764]

I loved that dance. They were very professional and very good. I have watched it many times.

[@robertdesmarais3821]

Derek has passion moves me beyond words! I loved our cups and Kelly Pickler’s dance they’re perfect together!!

[@sweetblaqcoffey962]

I'm just today seeing this and it was spectacular! Derek and Kellie deserved their trophy, this was amazing!

[@lovelight9164]

I remember watching that dance when it was originally aired. Beautiful!!

[@craftysue519]

I remember when they danced this. I was in tears! It’s my #1 favorite dance ever on DWTS! Perfection!! 💕💕

[@kimworthem3914]

Derek is superb, best choreographer ever

[@debbiemartin6976]

Derek is and always will be the best period!❤😊

[@vivianoshea1083]

So sad for her loss. Loved this dance one of the best.

[@HeatherBDentureDiVa]

Best dance routine this show had

[@marysaade4343]

It was so good the judges ask them to do it twice in one evening❤

[@patriciafleming9707]

A dance has never made me cry like this one!

[@Nurturing2]

My favorite dance of all time❣️ Praying for you Kellie & Kyle!!! 🙏😇💫 My deepest condolences 💔

[@masunshine2970]

Every time I watch this it gives me the chills just like the first time. Such a beautiful dance.

[@shiraflax5876]

This will always be my favorite dance ever! Beautiful and emotional

[@patriciawright827]

This video reminds me of Kellie’s beautiful elfin spirit. She is a born dancer, and she and Derek enjoyed a perfect partnership. I pray that she will bounce back from the terrible family tragedy, and that her sprite-like personality will continue to shine through. Blessings and peace to her.

[@jobutl]

One of the most beautiful dances I've ever seen...multiple times...I cry every time

[@emirachelnatalie3397]

she's a natural! omg. like her arabesque at 0:30 is amazing!

[@tinawedlakejohnnysangel]

OMG&G That was mesmerizing ! Perfect. Crying here.,

[@sandrasetin1721]

Derek brings the best out of his guests!!!!

[@patriciamartinez5836]

Fabulous 👏👏👏

[@elisabethteau6591]

That is pretty spectacular.

[@helenmichie8221]

Both are really outstanding!

[@peggyhawks4005]

I love them and the dance. They were wonderful so heart warming. PJ

[@ritanooney865]

She's always going to be my very favorite celebrity dancer!!!

[@virginiashepard3232]

Beautiful! The gymnastics was great too. That inverted bird’s nest was spectacular!!😮❤

[@louiseasselinconnor2038]

Fantastic dancers breathtaking

[@kantricedorsey8142]

As the judges would sometimes say, I wish I had an 11 paddle. Watching this routine all those years ago, and to see it again today, pulls at every hear string! As Kellie said in their package about the routine, they performed this by the power of the dance! Derek stripped away everything else and let the dance speak for itself, and indeed it did!

[@littleone7404]

Absolutely phenomenal was very much well deserved

[@jnformisano6771]

Absolutely amazing performance. Bravo

[@jeanfarrell8017]

All I can say is WOW

[@randyjohnson8787]

For me this was the best dance ever done on that show

[@kirstinrobertson3517]

I absolutely love this 💕 wow!!! Pure perfection. The chemistry in this dance between them is beautiful. Brought tears to my eyes. Bravo 👏

[@debrajakubiak7506]

I still remember her fist audition on American idol. She has come a long way. The dance was breathtaking

[@jimkreider9997]

Derek can make anyone seem good. He is terrific

[@Rozebunny14]

That was beautiful❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@barbaratruelick9223]

Magnificent interpretation and physical awareness complimenting both dancers. Kudos if Derek braved his trust and talent of Pickler! Sensational. Could watch grace forever. BT

[@eyezkreem1211]

W0W This is a masterpiece right there❣️ I was only browsing some up2date DWTS and it brought me here. So Amazing 😍

[@alliyahdog7038]

FIRST TIME SEEING THIS AMAZING, WELL DONE, BRAVO.❗️❤️❤️