Joey Graziadei’s Finale Freestyle - Dancing with the Stars

[@emmat7749]

I actually felt like this dance was so Joey. He always says he’s feels like just a normal guy and says he’s not really a star for dancing with the stars, this dance highlights how normal and down to earth he is, a big part of why so many people like him.

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

Absolutely 💯

[@hopelessxcutie]

Agreed! I thought it was perfect for him and he looks like he was having so much fun with it!

[@lovettaoguhebe6143]

This freestyle helps me see why they won. Compared to all of the other ones, including Elena, which I voted for, he actually danced. And he danced as much as the other dancers. He did not rely on theatrics and stunts like Danny, and although I loved Ilona’s performance, her body does not move as much as the rest of the dancers so it’s easier to tell who’s the pro and who’s not. But for Joey, he is doing the exact same moves in the exact same caliber as the backup dancers, which shows that he can actually dance! And the show is called dancing with the stars and not “Performing with the Stars.” he showed that he can both dance and perform! And he did it both very flawlessly! I think this was a solid finale dance.

[@erinstanford1815]

So what about Chandler?

[@EvaFuelling]

And also Stephen?

[@axelheinichen780]

@@erinstanford1815 Chandler is a highly trained dancer. She is fantastic, but be so fr, you’re comparing a young lady with a lot of experience to a guy in his 30s who, just a year ago, couldn’t dance at all. Joey grew immensely during this competition, even incorporating elements like the rackets into his freestyle. Moreover, the commentary doesn’t put anyone in a negative light; rather, it’s an argument explaining why Joey is a deserving winner.

[@skbluee]

@@axelheinichen780 Very much agree. This is not about why Chandler didn't or couldn't win. It's about why Joey won.

[@bhawk8791]

No disrespect it was his freestyle by Carrie Ann said with some of us were thinking. He is amazing dancer. We just thought it was a little bit more it was kind of flat maybe it was the music it was a little bit flat maybe because it was the music wasn't hitting. Carrie Ann could have said it in a different way. Is salute his overall performance. But I'm not going to lie she was right

[@topbackpodcast2615]

Man I actually agreed with Carrie Ann (this time)…Jenna is an amazing choreographer but that routine was some unseasoned ass chicken. That backflip was cool tho. 8/10

[@marisatimko1168]

Joey was my favorite to win, but I agreed with Carrie. Sorry.

[@sc3693]

Honestly, she's right in a way it was just okay...maybe she was thinking it should've had more "pizzazz" because it's the finals.

[@ShayTheAnti-Feminist]

This freestyle didn't blow me away.

[@bobjones8321]

Agree 100%

[@bobbysmith8095]

Everyone keep dissing this dance but I really like it. I don't think the freestyle need to be all crazy but just capture who the dancer are. This was very joey coded.

[@elenaarellano1099]

@@bobbysmith8095 in my opinion, I think the freestyle needs to be dance packed and have a wow effect it didn’t have that

[@smarimer1]

It didn’t capture anything.

[@DellBucks]

I loved the choreography and their performance! The music was performed well also, but I just didn't like the song. It was boring. JMO. I'm so happy they won!

[@NaomiHiggins03]

Congratulations to Joey and Jenna on an incredible season! I think this freestyle highlighted something Joey loves and it was cute! I’m going to miss watching these two dance each week. I’m glad they won!

[@julianne7887]

Unpopular opinion, but I agree with Carrianne. Maybe her delivery wasn’t the best but I feel like this dance did not show off all of Joey’s capabilities and skills he learned throughout the season. it looked too easy for him and I think that’s why Carrie ann made the comment she made cause she knows that he can do way more than that. Like why was there a whole bit from 0:55-1:05 just showcasing Jenna while Joey stood in the back??

[@LopezG0000]

Jenna always makes everything about her

[@giovana4228]

@@LopezG0000 how did she make it about her? Wow!

[@Lesalle_diamond]

First off, the pros should have a moment to shine on their own bc this is their choreo and second Joey stood back in preparation for that tricky stunt which takes distance to run and jump over... and probably rehearsed well enough so no one got injured (kicked in the face, etc).

[@Lesalle_diamond]

​@@LopezG0000pros should have a moment to shine on their own?!

[@smarimer1]

Me too!!! Jena is too self centered to do an appropriate free style.

[@giovana4228]

I loved it! It felt innovative to me with the sections with the lit up rackets and stuff. I don't think Jenna's your typical choreographer. She likes to bring unique elements in (case in point: the quirkiness of the Halloween tango, the body drumming in the samba, etc.). Maybe her preferences aren't for everyone but I can definitely appreciate her creativity, talent and how much she pushed Joey on ALL of the dances. No wonder they won. The guy grew so much as a dancer. Well deserved win!

[@ericjdeguzman]

Agreed a 1000%

[@BakerHeidi]

Nothing made Joey standout from the backup dancers

[@ashley.taylor174]

In his defense, it’s because he was the only male celebrity that can actually keep up with the professional male dancers. So he just blends in because he can dance on beat.

[@DanA-10357]

That’s a good thing because it proves that he can dance on their level

[@bhawk8791]

No disrespect I was rooting for him to win. We just wish that final dance was more

[@cheryladucatte9756]

OMG, I will never forget this season with both of you. It was truly unforgettable. Happy holidays to you both and your families. ♥️🦃♥️🦃♥️🦃

[@laurylannedubin7003]

This dance has ALL the moves, incredible skill but seamless and has such rhythm, that it looks natural. Kudos to them. FANTASTIC. It wakes me up.

[@michellec.7209]

Honestly anything would be underwhelming after Stephen and rylees dance! It was still a great dance but theirs was just so breath taking that’s it’s hard to see anything after

[@shaunduquette5992]

Wish they had dropped those rackets for good,she kinda went light on him too and I know he can dance more than that. CMON Jenna!!

[@minanabeel4384]

it was completely unnecessary (and insulting to jenna) for carrie ann to call his LAST dance on the show 'underwhelming' especially when they incorporated something he loved into it!! so glad he won tho ❤🪩

[@rebekahriley434]

this dance was so him!! you’re right

[@iamQuiandra]

She didn’t lie though 🫠 The choreo was nice but his freestyle didn’t highlight him enough

[@celinebeanie]

i think because he went after stephen so it seemed more boring

[@audreyo6069]

Didn’t she give the same for her and Adam’s freestyle

[@kristinalarue3866]

He did a great job, it definitely fit him to a tee. Great job Jenna and Joey!!

[@angelagarrett3198]

DWTS wasn’t ready for all that chocolate! When I saw the Nicholas Brothers, I knew this was gonna be the best freestyle EVAAAAA!! You are OUR champion 🎉❤💪🏾✊🏾

[@heathernewbold406]

I LOVED this freestyle! The music, tennis theme, choreography, and smooth execution were all excellent!

[@danavixen6274]

Very smooth! IMPRESSIVE choreography! ❤

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

​@@danavixen6274absolutely 💯

[@haydenrobinson4680]

This would’ve been a great regular dance but freestyles need to go above and beyond

[@Kim-e3b]

Jenna's choreography throughout the season was top tier, until this freestyle. But the freestyle is just the icing on the cake (or not), so in terms of his performances all season, great job!

[@manorcarol]

Congrats Joey and Jenna ! You guys def earned it! And yes Joey you had great moves from the very beginning. So happy you won!

[@teddeeboo]

i loveeed them so much. i'm so glad they won

[@JazzyPhay15]

I screamed when my captions spoiled it and declared Joey and Jenna the winner! LETS GOOO!

[@LoriMcChesney-i8k]

I can just imagine how Derek must’ve given him some high praise for his performance. That was amazing and I loved it ! 😯😭😀

[@Autumnsky-v7q]

He really did 😂

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

He really did.

[@kingofgamesbutbetter4699]

i agree with CAI… was soooo underwhelming… a freestyle should be better

[@kashia8375]

On what planet is this dance underwhelming? It’s fun and interesting! It’s far more original than dancing to Barbie.

[@cactustaco2418]

Respect for using a Jamiroquai song in the finale. Also, just noticed they didn’t credit the correct artist in the description

[@IceGirl2772]

Joey is a good dancer. I was happy to see him win (I’d have been happy for any of the finalists except Danny, honestly). But I feel like, while he danced it well, he deserved better in the freestyle.

[@ohshhhism]

Yeahhhh, Stephen had a much better freestyle. All y’all better not be fake and cheering for him next olympics

[@louisemcd2937]

freestyle doesn’t mean he deserves to win

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

It's not about freestyle. All season counts. Also last week scores and votes counted too since nobody got eliminated. Stephen had bad danced last week. Freestyle was great but it was too late.

[@MajesticMyronn]

I was wondering why Joey’s freestyle reminded me of a Mark Ballas number… I know why now- the last Freestyle that had this same song was Mark Ballas dancing was with Candace Cameron Bure! I’m with Carrie Ann the racket section could’ve been cleaner & neater but it’s a 9! 🔥

[@savispice23]

This dance reminded me of Mark and Sadie’s Mario Kart freestyle! So unique and fun

[@reteach007]

@@savispice23It Was Super Mario Bros

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

What about Danny?He didn't dance and got the same score as Joey.

[@amberechevarria5615]

I loved this dance ❤

[@nancyhuffman5802]

Beautiful and equal strengths shown

[@keyondavis7241]

The ironic thing is that when Jenna last won a mirror ball with Adam the judges called that freestyle underwhelming. But I will say that Jenna is really good at creating something that shows the essence of her partner

[@logankennedy8679]

THANK YOU FINALLY SOMEONE UNDERSTANDS… she highlights her partners strengths

[@julianne7887]

@@logankennedy8679 she does the complete opposite

[@donnapadula1658]

Phenomenal performance

[@petrovanschalkwyk8209]

LOVED this freestyle. And anyone who wants to say this dance was "underwelming" does not know Joey. This dance was so him. And Jenna incorporated so much ballroom in it as well. Like seriously loved it.

[@Hryhorchuk_tv_correspondent]

Thank you! I`m so tired of people saying it was boring - it was fantastic!

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

​@@Hryhorchuk_tv_correspondentI love it .Also it was a lot dancing and he handed like a pro next to the professional dancers .Also dancing with rackets was difficult because he could dropped any time.

[@Bueillis]

There wasn’t that much dancing tbf.

[@No-way-]

It may be him, but it was really u underwhelming compared to the other dancers. It didn’t showcase a lot or have a lot of dancing at all.

[@emilynelson4988]

@@No-way- Umm, did you see Danny's freestyle? Joey did about four times as much choreo.

[@tjh4115]

Oh he really deserves to win. I've loved that they all got to emphasize their background, but this was more dancing than just that. Please let Joey win...

[@AnaMJimenez]

He won🩷😊

[@laurylannedubin7003]

I LOVED it!!!!!!!!!!

[@alexisgeorge9920]

I think Carrie Ann called their dance underwhelming to help them get more votes so they win cause this was amazing and she knew people would vote for them more if they felt they were robbed a point!

[@ZDoreTyr]

I’m watched this like 10 times

[@JuPaBrBr]

So beautiful 😮

[@joycehosaflook3755]

Here’s the thing. Joey has never danced and learned EVERYTHING from Jenna within a very short time. I thought this was the point of the show, to take someone with no dancing experience and teach them. But Chandler Kinney, not knocking her, but she has had dance experience and was absolutely perfection. She was like a pro, and is a pro as she is in entertainment. Joey is not. There are lots that Dancing with the Stars have on that have had dancing experience and it is really not fair to the ones who have not, so I am so thrilled that Joey won. He definitely deserved it as Stephen, Ilona, and Danny would have also as they had no dance experience either and learned with exceptional speed. I think they are better than Chandler because they all started from zero. Nothing to take away from Chandler at all though. She was pro-like. An absolutely beautiful young woman and a terrific dancer. Cudos to her and all of the finalists. It I just hope they keep the dance experienced “stars” off the show and start ones from zero experience, like the show originally intended. If I am wrong, let me know. But this is what I thought was the reason and purpose of the show and all the pros, to see how they could turn non-dancers into fairly respectable dancers.

[@lalaruetangelino2016]

That is a really good point!

[@taimarshedon7294]

I think this dance was very well done, looked professional and suited Joey perfectly. Well done!

[@jamilatiwari4984]

Congratulations 🎊 👍 👏

[@nataliewalker9682]

congrats to them

[@tracylowell543]

WOW!

[@msbond700]

Congratulations 🎊

[@AdriR89]

Congratulations on Winning the Mirrorball Trophy, Joey and Jenna!!! You guys deserved it!!!!!!!!

[@thesarahnicole]

Quite literally a PRO performance w

[@KoolKats5]

Bravissimo 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@melissa-ov6qv]

i loved this!! it wasn't underwhelming at all imo, it was fun, smooth, and groovy. not to mention the technique? the precise movements? ate down and their win is totally deserved.

[@JustGeeTee]

Joey really was consistent and was the 2nd best dancer this season. He and jenna's partnership was so exciting to watch and Jenna's work all season, I'm happy it didn't go in vain.

[@roter13]

This song is the kiss of death for Freestyles. Candace Cameron danced to this one too and the judges didn't like it.

[@charlestoti2252]

Her freestyle was Awful thought.

[@MrsHappy1991]

Great duo! Love watching this dance but I agree with Carrie Ann. There were so many lifts… The dancing with racquet was distracting. I just wanted to see more dance moves which was at the very end for a few seconds and then it ended. However congrats! ❤I prefer their redemption dance!❤

[@mildredsoler5660]

Awesome

[@michaelciancio8331]

SHE SHOULD HAVE WON THIS THING!!!!!

[@jessiefarrell4921]

It was his choice. It was freestyle.

[@michaelvega6646]

This is still a good dance, right now there are 5 DWTS champions who didn't get a perfect score on their freestyle first Emmett Smith, Hélio Castroneves, Nicole Scherzinger, Adam Rippon and now Joey Graziadei.

[@chrish9762]

Absolutely best freestyle of the night. I was hoping he would win. But i was kinda rooting for anyone but chandler would win. Because, for me. I love the underdog. The older contestants, or the people who have NO dance experience. Id much rather watch someone struggle, get 4s or 5s. Then, by the end get 8s-10s.

[@ezraturin976]

Congratulations Joey and Jenna I knew you would win

[@zenaidaneduasa3831]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@maybel7308]

this really was so underwhelming cause joey is so good lol like this is something danny could’ve done

[@JoshuaLowe-ci3wo]

0:19 The song begins

[@elizabethbowen4752]

Does anyone know where I can download this song?

[@sallyrowley5453]

🎉🧡

[@ThieleMobile]

Jamiroquai Bros we’re back

[@BNSFAddict]

My Mirrorball winners 😍 I’ve been with Joey since day one of the bachelor, so to see him come this far and watch him win this season of DWTS has been so fun and incredible. Love him so much!! So so proud ❤of him

[@diegohernandez2683]

🎉

[@michsophis6576]

Yess my favorite dance track Canned heat. But till date no ones ever been able to live up to rhythm and vibe of this song. This routine as well didnt live up, I feel the choreography should had been more peppy and groovy. But Im glad Joey won. He is a fab dancer .

[@destyneefloyd6804]

Carrie Anne pissed me off when she gave this a 9

[@marpalpe8255]

That was totally a WINNERS dance!!!! Congrats Joey and Jenna!! Totally deserve it!! that was awesome!!!!! couldnt stop smiling :)

[@heathero2263]

WOW

[@IsaacBarmore]

Fire Carrie Ann!!

[@mollyhoyer3356]

Loved the song choice at least, but I also would have loved to have paired it with a dance related to Center Stage, lol

[@marijeanmuise1243]

My Massachusetts man should have won 🏆

[@debbiekimbrell6613]

Ever forget the pommel horse guy!!!!

[@hopecornelius4588]

The first half was a little slow but halfway through, things shifted and the dance got really good. But it was a slow start. Still beautiful though!

[@marisgarcia6314]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@cristalhawthorne7394]

This final dance was spectacular. The comments by Carrie Ann Inaba were cruel and not true.

[@briec579]

I am going to say the most unpopular thing. You can see my early days going really hard for these two but for the finals and freestyle this was nothing spectacular. This is just my take, Joey peaked on metal week (the best dance of that genre I have seen on this show ever) but this was not in any way a show stopper and the racket movements were out of sync. Not my favorite. Sorry not sorry.

[@sophie20001]

All his dances look and feel the same.

[@mauriceharting5877]

We will not be watching Dancing with the Stars anymore for the best dancer (according to the Judges) did not even make the top two. And I think some of the public voters are racist and voted the female rugby player as the second best dancer, which is a joke. The actual winner was second best dancer in our opinion. Until American voters show less bias in their voting it currently is not worth watching.

[@celinebeanie]

i can't believe carrie anne game him a 9

[@topbackpodcast2615]

I would’ve given that an 8

[@kaitlinprivara579]

this dance was SMOOTH. underwhelming?? don't know her. jenna jam-packed this with actual ballroom technique--such a great blend of styles to showcase joey's versatility and competency. yes, other freestyles were flashier but in my opinion, lacked substance. 10/10 in my book. SO thrilled that joey and jenna won

[@LanLag]

Huge congrats! 🎉♾️

[@reneecross8397]

Oh my. This is not what I thought it would be. Who paid the judges?

[@Dancer4Life874]

My personal opinion, I don’t think he should’ve won. His last dance wasn’t that advanced I would say.

[@taimarshedon7294]

People don't always vote based on the last dance. It is an entire season of work and it is definitely deserved for what this team produced throughout. This dance was really nice and well executed

[@Dancer4Life874]

@ and I understand that, but he still wasn’t the best throughout the season

[@topbackpodcast2615]

Honestly I would’ve liked Stephen to win just based on that freestyle.

[@Dancer4Life874]

@ fr his freestyle was phenomenal.

[@hes-fer]

The theme of it being tennis threw me off but still congratulations Jenna 🫶👏

[@CIVILCHAIN]

this was too underwhelming

[@dellson255]

what was the final ranking of these finalists?

[@CIVILCHAIN]

@ 5th)stephen 4th)joey 3rd)chandler 2nd)danny 1st)ilona

[@noahstarlord6045]

​@@dellson255 Joey won

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

​@@noahstarlord6045well deserved it

[@kennyerickson7395]

This was the worst of the night. Both of Jenna’s wins come after awful freestyles. She just is not good at this round. Carrie Ann was completely right.

[@mcwyman7928]

That might just be the whitest freestyle in DWTS history lol

[@millennialaviation]

Good lord, you’re right lol

[@chrisb3449]

Great freestyle so glad she got to do it.

[@makaylaflamisch]

idk I feel like some parts were very underwhelming but all aren't ready for that conversation

[@LopezG0000]

I hate that the girl pros make themselves shine and have the guy celebrities in the back (jenna)

[@reteach007]

Carrie Ann Needs Her Eyes Checked Joey Was Amazing During The Freestyle & If It Wasn’t For The Bachelor Fanbase Ilona Would’ve Won Overall Congrats Joey For Winning & Jenna For Receiving Her Long Awaited 2nd Mirrorball But With All Do Respect CARRIE ANN NEEDS TO GO NOW!

[@edytaparaniak-ji9sl]

Well said

[@marypiccirillo6308]

Omg I love Joey and Jenna freestyle performance so creative entertaining and sexy that how you do it congratulations you win I love Val dance so entertaining and sexy

[@madisonrdl4645]

UGH SO PROUD OF THEM! That was gorgeous 😭🎉

[@lindamyers951]

No way this dance deserved 10's. It was slow and erratic. Derek is biased with Jenna. He announced a month ago Val and Jenna were joining his group. How the heck is that fair judging. Carrie Ann was right it did not look right. But we know the rig was in for Jenna And The 1st Bachelor win. Please tell me how going with 20 people at once makes you a star? If They did that off the show we all know what people would call him. Give me a break, wanting a women does not make you a star. And of course they know they will be on DWTS so they can prepare way ahead of time. The other contestants play catch up. Except for Chandler who danced since she was young. Wasn't this show supposed to be about the most improved. Now that Val and Jenna have both won the Len Goodman ball hopefully the judges will go back to judging fairly.

[@edwincatalan5000]

This was really medium , dindt like the tennis topic , the last 20 seconds was the best of the performance, for the fianle it was medium ok, yhe had better nights.