Dancing with the Stars Celebrates 500th Episode with Dazzling Performances
The milestone episode featured a mix of nostalgic routines and new challenges, culminating in the elimination of Dwight Howard.
- The 500th episode of Dancing with the Stars was marked by a special opening number featuring Beyoncé’s 'Crazy in Love,' a nod to the show's debut in 2005.
- Six remaining couples performed routines inspired by iconic past performances, showcasing styles like Contemporary, Quickstep, and Argentine Tango.
- Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong achieved the first perfect scores of the season, excelling in both their Argentine Tango and Instant Dance Challenge.
- The Instant Dance Challenge required couples to perform routines with minimal preparation, adding an extra layer of difficulty to the evening.
- Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach were eliminated after receiving the lowest combined scores and viewer votes, ending their journey just before the semi-finals.