In a dazzling finale that had fans on the edge of their seats, “Dancing With the Stars” Season 32 came to an exhilarating close, with Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy emerging as the well-deserved champions. The Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy now belongs to this dynamic duo, capping off a season filled with unforgettable performances and fierce competition.
The Grand Finale:
The electrifying season concluded with an opening number that saw all the couples, including the eliminated stars from earlier in the competition, grace the dance floor. Season 31 champions Charli D’Amelio and Mark Ballas made a triumphant return, wowing the audience with their routine to “Give It to Me Baby” by Rick James.
Competition Highlights:
The finale featured each pair performing two routines—a redemption dance, revisiting a routine from earlier in the season, and a show-stopping freestyle. The finalists left it all on the dance floor, and the night was a celebration of talent, determination, and artistry.
Here’s a breakdown of the standout performances and scores from the evening:
- Alyson Hannigan and Sasha Farber:
- Salsa to “Get on Your Feet” by Gloria Estefan (Score: 25/30)
- Freestyle to “Enchanted (Taylor’s Version)” by Taylor Swift / “Papi” by Jennifer Lopez (Score: 28/30)
- Jason Mraz and Daniella Karagach:
- Foxtrot to “Fly Me to the Moon” by Frank Sinatra (Score: 30/30)
- Freestyle to “Happy” by C2C featuring Derek Martin (Score: 30/30)
- Ariana Madix and Pasha Pashkov:
- Samba to “Spice Up Your Life” by Spice Girls (Score: 29/30)
- Freestyle to “Run the World (Girls)” by Beyoncé / “Level Up” by Ciara (Score: 30/30)
- Charity Lawson and Artem Chigvintsev:
- Tango to “Libertango” by Astor Piazzolla (Score: 29/30)
- Freestyle to “Lose My Breath” by Destiny’s Child / “Suéltate” by Sam i and Jarina De Marco featuring Anitta and BIA (Score: 30/30)
- Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy:
- Foxtrot to “Unconditionally” by Katy Perry (Score: 30/30)
- Freestyle to “Que Calor” by District 78 (Score: 30/30)
The Crowned Champions:
Ultimately, it was Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy who stole the show with their flawless performances, securing perfect scores for both routines. The duo’s commitment, chemistry, and artistry resonated with both the judges and the audience, making them the shining stars of Season 32.
As the confetti fell and celebrations ensued, Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy etched their names into “Dancing With the Stars” history, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter of this iconic dance competition.