Overview
- Inaba told Danielle Fishel and Pashkov that their routines were starting to feel like the same dance and urged more dynamic variety, drawing loud boos from the audience.
- Pashkov said the remark felt unfair because the couple performed a quickstep and a jive in close succession, which he argued are very similar styles.
- Fishel acknowledged the critique, noted her premiere tango centered on her breast cancer recovery, and said next week’s Wicked Night will feature their Argentine tango.
- The jive doubled as a tribute to Boy Meets World icon William ‘Bill’ Daniels, who appeared in the segment as the routine used the show’s theme song.
- In a separate moment of judging friction, pro Alan Bersten reacted to a 29/40 foxtrot score with partner Elaine Hendrix before returning to reassure her.