Dancing With the Stars Season 33 Episode 3 Recap: Guest Judge Rosie Perez Joins for Soul Train Night

The third episode of Season 33 of Dancing With the Stars aired on October 7, following a postponement because of the vice-presidential debate on ABC. This episode featured guest judge Rosie Perez joining the regular judging panel of Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough. Dubbed “Soul Train Night,” the episode kicked off with a vibrant group routine inspired by Soul Train, showcasing all 11 competitors, professional dancers, judges, the troupe, and Popin Pete from The Electric Boogaloos.

Among the standout performers of the evening were Joey Graziadei and his partner Jenna Johnsson, as well as Chandler Kinney with her partner and choreographer Brandon Armstrong, both receiving high praise from judges and fans alike on platforms such as X. Conversely, Reginald paired with Emma and Dwight with Daniella found themselves at the lower end of the scoring spectrum.

Episode 3 Performances Recap from Dancing With the Stars Season 33

The episode began with Phaedra, a star from Real Housewives, paired with Val, who executed a Quickstep to Aretha Franklin’s “Think.”Judges offered feedback, with Derek providing advice on footwork and arm placement, while Bruno critiqued her posture. The judges scored her 30 out of 40, with Carrie and Rosie awarding 8s and Derek and Bruno giving 7s.

Next, rugby player Ilona and her dance partner Alan performed a Foxtrot to “Lady Marmalade,” impressing the judges, particularly Carrie who noted her growth and Rosie who described her performance as “wonderful.”They matched Phaedra’s score with a total of 30, receiving 8s from Carrie and Rosie, alongside 7s from Derek and Bruno.

Then came actor Eric and his partner Britt, who chose to Foxtrot to “Let’s Stay Together.” He dedicated the performance to his wife, sealing his dance with a kiss. Carrie admired the dedication but encouraged him to bend his knees more. Rosie expressed pride in his performance, while Derek described it as beautiful. However, they scored lower with a total of 24, receiving 6s from Rosie and Bruno, a 7 from Carrie, and a 5 from Derek.

Gymnast Stephan followed, performing to Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition”with his partner Rylee in a Quickstep. While Rosie found him “cute,” she cautioned him about his timing. Derek suggested improving his frame and Carrie encouraged him to be more assertive before lifting off. He still equaled the earlier score of 30, earning 8s from Carrie and Rosie and 7s from both Derek and Bruno.

Brooks, a model, teamed up with pro Gleb to perform a Rumba to “S*xual Healing.” Their undeniable chemistry was evident, leading to humorous remarks from Derek while Bruno commended the captivating dance, suggesting her ability to revive the dead. Rosie encouraged self-belief, culminating in a score of 28, receiving 7s from all judges.

Recent Bachelor contestant Joey, along with partner Jenna, brought energy to their Jive with “Shout.” Judges were unanimously impressed, with Derek humorously noting that Joey had more moves than U-Haul. They finished as the second-highest scorers of the evening with 34 points, thanks to 9s from Carrie and Rosie, and 8s from Derek and Bruno.

Basketball player Dwight and his partner Daniella took the floor next to perform a Cha Cha to “Let’s Groove.” Carrie found his performance disappointing as she believed he had greater potential. Rosie mirrored this sentiment, noting he needed more effort, while Derek felt the routine seemed unpracticed. They secured a 23, the second-lowest score of the season, with each judge assigning 6s except Derek, who gave a 5.

Following them was NFL player Danny alongside pro Witney performing a Foxtrot to “Dancing Machine.” Rosie felt there was room for improvement, but Derek praised the dance, while Bruno encouraged a more lyrical performance. Carrie showed her approval, and they also achieved a score of 30, marked by 8s from Carrie and Rosie and 7s from Derek and Bruno.

Actor Reginald and his partner Emma performed a Foxtrot to “I Can See Clearly Now,” receiving mixed reviews. Derek appreciated their routine but believed it lacked energy. Bruno described it as a slow, semi-trot, while Carrie and Rosie had positive remarks but ultimately awarded them the lowest score of the night: 21, with Carrie giving a 6 and the others distributing 5s.

Reality star Jenn from The Bachelorette took to the floor next with her partner Sasha, performing a Viennese Waltz to “Fallen.” Bruno and Carrie described it as “s*xy,” while Rosie called it “hot.” Derek praised her improvement from the previous week. They left with a score of 31, consisting of 8s from Carrie, Rosie, and Bruno and a 7 from Derek.

The highest score of the episode was claimed by Disney actress Chandler and her partner Brandon, whose lively Cha Cha to “It’s Tricky” earned raving reviews from all four judges. They finished with an impressive 36 points, gaining 9s across the board.

For the latest updates on Season 33 of Dancing With the Stars, fans can stay connected with the show’s official Instagram account @dancingwiththestars.

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