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'DWTS' Recap: Another Shocking Elimination

Who are the latest to hang up their dancing shoes?

By MSN TV Oct 11, 2011 8:31PM

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By Laurel Brown

BuddyTV

 

Our regular recap writer is on vacation and will return on Monday.

 

Much like movies themselves, the story must end for one "Dancing With the Stars" competitor this week. Will we get another surprise elimination? Will the lowest-scoring dancers find themselves in danger? Is anybody safe?

 

No movie ever had this much suspense...

 

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That's not entirely true, of course. After all, there's an entire genre of "suspense" movies. But the story on "Dancing With the Stars" will still be filled with an enviable number of twists and turns before we find out who the final Week 4 elimination is.

 

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In terms of non-results entertainment this week, "Dancing With the Stars" has plenty to offer us. Musical performances will come from Raphael Saadiq, Susan Boyle and Blake Shelton. We will also get to see "Footloose" star (and former "Dancing with the Stars" professional) Julianne Hough dancing to Blake Shelton's music with her brother, Derek , and her "Footloose" co-star Kenny Wormald.

 

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That's actually a lot to pack into one little hour. So let's get to it!

 

We get a "Star Wars" beginning this week. As it should be. I will not, however, be keeping up with the cheesy movie references throughout this episode. I have to recap and therefore do not have time for that.

 

The performances of the show are beginning with Raphael Saadiq performing "Soul Man."

 

Was Pee Wee Herman in the audience every week before this season?

 

Are we never going to get actual results? Probably not. Instead, we're going to get Susan Boyle singing "Unchained Melody."

 

By the way, did you catch Tom's face when Brooke announced the title of the song as "unforgettable" hit "Enchanted Melody?"

 

First up for results: Rob and Cheryl, Ricki and Derek, J.R. and Karina.

 

Ricki Lake and Derek Hough are safe!

 

Big shocker there, right?

 

J.R. Martinez and Karina Smirnoff are safe!

 

Rob Kardashian and Cheryl Burke remain in jeopardy.

 

Are we going to get more results right away? Considering that Brooke is interviewing three more couples in the skybox, the answer is hopefully yes.

 

Assuming that more results are coming, the next pairs up are Chynna and Tony, Carson and Anny, Chaz and Lacey.

 

OK, now we get those results!

 

Before that, however, what's with all the rehashing of Carrie Ann's comments? There have been a few from Len, but there is a lot of Carrie Ann tonight. Anyway...

 

Chaz Bono and Lacey Schwimmer are safe!

 

Ah, committed voters...

 

Carson Kressley and Anna Trebunskaya are safe!

 

Ah, good-humored voters...

 

Chynna Phillips and Tony Dovolani remain in jeopardy.

 

That's enough results for the moment, apparently. It's time for Julianne and Derek Hough to dance together. They're very fast at that jive.

 

I think we're done with the non-results related entertainment for the evening. That means it's time for yet another round of results. This time, Nancy and Tristan, David and Kym, Hope and Maks are up.

 

Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy are safe!

 

Nancy Grace and Tristan MacManus remain in jeopardy.

 

Which means that...

 

David Arquette and Kym Johnson are safe!

 

All that remains now before the final fade to black on Week 4 of "Dancing with the Stars"? The final results in which we'll find out if it's Rob and Cheryl, Chynna and Tony or Nancy and Tristan going home this week.

 

And ...

 

Nancy Grace and Tristan MacManus are safe!

 

Rob Kardashian and Cheryl Burke are safe!

 

Which means that...

 

Chynna Phillips and Tony Dovolani have been eliminated from "Dancing With the Stars"!

 

So we got another surprise elimination. That seems to be a theme of the season, doesn't it? But, after all, the best movies have a twist at the end!

 

What do you think of Tuesday night's results?

 

"Dancing With the Stars" airs Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT and Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.
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Cool Dude 45
Oct 11, 2011 11:52PM
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They are really starting to stretch as to what is a star.   Chaz? Rob? Nancy?  Definately Chynna had problems but what I saw from other stars was nothing that I would call dancing and the judges rave about what they did.  I saw what Len called the twist last week and I have to say he shouldn't be talking about other peoples dancing.  I think the only way Chaz is still around is because ABC wants to show Cher.
Sandra Jaffe (Gayle James)
Oct 11, 2011 11:42PM
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I promised myself that I would not watch DWTS this season and I have not done so.  By all or your comments it seems the show is disappointing as usual.  Now you watchers and comment writers are picking on one of the hosts.  Does the negativity ever end?  I am so glad to NOT WATCH THIS SHOW.  It is sad when voting takes place for losers, not winners and those who cannot dance.  As usual, the world is weird and those who watch just must want to punish themsleves and feel agonized just over a TV show. 
52andfree
Oct 11, 2011 11:40PM
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After last night, I decided that I would "vote with my remote", so my son and I watched reruns of Parks and Recreation instead of DWTS.  And while I hope the local girl does well, (Go Hope!), I won't watch any more of Chaz, Nancy, Carson and the Kardashian.  At least 3 of them should have been eliminated already so we could continue watching people who can actually dance compete and improve.  I don't believe there are votes actually being tabulated.  It has to be rigged for what the network believes will get the best ratings.  You know, like boxing.
toothfairie
Oct 11, 2011 11:19PM
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It's called Dancing With The Stars, and it's suppose to be about the dancing. I have watched since the very first season and it has become a contest that is based on popularity rather than dancing ability.  Lets face facts Carson, Chaz and David need to go.  Carson is amusing, but its suppose to be about his dancing ability.  Davids not much of a dancer, and while I applaud Chaz for the courage it must have taken him to appear on the show, he can't dance either.

 

While the show has very good ratings, it seems that they are desperate for celebrity contestants.  Rob Kardashian a celebrity.  Please! But in all fairness what makes Chaz a celebrity?  Speaking of the Kardashians, I find this family so offensive.  Chloes smart mouth comment to Bruno week one was uncalled for, for whatever reason, this whole family acts as if they are entitled, with Mom Kris Jenner pimping for the entire brood.  

ArtInTampa
Oct 11, 2011 11:11PM
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snoopsister.....I will tell you right now before next week's show no matter how he/she Bono does, it is NOT going anywhere and neither is Nancy Disgrace....Another good dancer will get shown the door because they are not "politically correct" for this season......The show has become a parody of itself and that is sad!
snoopsister
Oct 11, 2011 11:05PM
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No matter the outcome of the show tonight, it has been an entertaining season.  I am surprised at the results at who went home, actually.  I truly thought it would be Chaz or Nancy.  Regardless, I will watch and enjoy again next week.  I loved Blake Shelton's rendition of Footloose, and it was fun to see Julieanne and Derek dance together again.  Next week -- new show, and it will get tighter in the voting.  Sit back and enjoy. 
Hank49
Oct 11, 2011 11:05PM
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We'll what do expect, when the Network goes for RATINGS (having the viewing public vote on who's in and out to keep them watching) and totally disregard talent. The show is a farce, watching totally untalented people stink up a dance floor and continue to move on. I can tell you its the last episode that will be aired in my household. I hope that Bono goes all the way to the Trophy and maybe then, they can cancel this lame excuse for a competion.   Oh, and next season the pros will be matched up with Monkees.............​.Stay tuned, it'll be a Blast!!
ladypjc
Oct 11, 2011 11:04PM
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People vote because a personality connects with them. In the case of JR, he easily connects and dances well also. If one can dance, but can't make an audience care about them personally, they aren't going to bother voting for them or perhaps will not vote at all. Chynna didn't go home solely because of one flub last night. Voters have been very forgiving of flubs from those who are now left. She didn't resonant with enough people. Yes, it is a dance contest, but AI is a singing contest, and look who has one, as opposed to the best vocalist. To win, the person has to be able to dance, as well as have a reason for being.
2stepper57
Oct 11, 2011 11:03PM
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This is my 1st season to watch DWTS. Someone tell me this isn't real!!!

Let's just give the award to Ms, Mrs. oops Mr. Bono.

If this is season is only for ratings, sponsors look tomorrow, subtract 1.

ArtInTampa
Oct 11, 2011 11:03PM
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I had Chyna picked as one of the four finalists......She was at the top and near the top every week....One bad week and she's gone? Sorry, but this just proves the show has become politically correct to keep a he/she on and a news reporter on both of whom should have been gone by now......This show has officially gone down the toilet!!......The person I feel most sorry for is the real pro on the show, Tom Bergeron, and the crap he has to put up with each week including a loser of a co host!
While_thinking
Oct 11, 2011 11:03PM
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Chynna and Tony were my pick for the win. She had a lot of potential and she was very expressive. I am sorry to see them go.

sueb81
Oct 11, 2011 10:59PM
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This show is no longer worth watching.  It is not about the ability of the people, but the one who's mom has the most pull. If Chaz wins I hope they cancel the show.
DIVA A LA QUEEN
Oct 11, 2011 10:54PM
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ONLY IN AMERICA are there "voters" that could vote Chynna off & keep Chaz on!!!!!!  does he look more talented than Chynna as a dancer, I ask you?!?!?
bamabrat
Oct 11, 2011 10:49PM
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@DWTSwatcher625:   On the first show, Chaz talked about being the first gender change contestant. He is introduced as an author/ACTIVIST. It doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out just what kind of activist he is, nor is it hard to guess the reason people are voting for him. You dont honestly think theye voting for him because they think he is the best DANCER, do you??? As for your comment about Brooke...I totally agree. She is useless. "Enchanted" Melody.....give me a break.

wileydog
Oct 11, 2011 10:43PM
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Oh my gosh!!!!! Do people really enjoy watching two fat girls who can't really dance dance? I can't believe it.  Doesn't matter how much Chaz improved, she's still the worst one.  Is this really a competition or is it watch us pretend to have a competition but we will pick the one that's popular?  No justice at all.
Akwanfan
Oct 11, 2011 10:30PM
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Chaz cannot dance. neither can Nancy Grace. Carson Cressley is at least entertaining and gets a few steps right. If Chaz or nacy make it three more weeks I will not be watching...
Running for life
Oct 11, 2011 10:29PM
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Unbelievable, DWTS has turned into a freak show. Lets find some more dysfunctional people and throw them on stage too.

You have a transgender overweight "dancer" still in.

You have got to be kidding!

lithcherri
Oct 11, 2011 10:28PM
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Bummer. I thought Chynna was good right off the bat.  What is with the fact that Tony, who is a fantastic dancer and choreographer, has never one the competition. He is so downplayed compared to Max, so full of himself. I was rooting for Chynna, not only because she has done very well but because Tony deserves a win. I used to really like Derek but he is also not humble like he was at the beginning - though a great talent.

     I used to think it was the perfect way to pick a winner with the combination of judge and viewers. I guess it no longer works. I definitely go with a vote to send someone home - I think that would be much more accurate!

Sad 307
Oct 11, 2011 10:27PM
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I don't get how Chaz,Carson,and Nancy are still on the show and Chynna Phillips is gone she made a mistake on Mondays show but who hasn't. They need a better voting system they are letting the good one's go and keeping the bad next thing you know Ricki Lake and JR Martinez will be gone then you know this show has gone to hell. Please quit voting for these people who can't dance just because there gay or transgender but because they are good dancers.
Garys -Corvette
Oct 11, 2011 10:20PM
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the quality dancers are leaving and the "wanna bee's" are left on... come on can Chaz dance,  NO Way... maybe if he gets rid of his big gut  he'll see his feet... what a joke  dwt "not" stars..
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