Dancing with the Stars Season 30 Episode 1

Ep 1. Season 30 Premiere

  • TVPG
  • September 20, 2021
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Dancing with the Stars, a popular dancing competition show, returns with its 30th season. In this first episode titled 'Season 30 Premiere', viewers are introduced to the new cast of celebrities who will compete in the show. From actors to reality television stars to athletes, the season is filled with an eclectic group of contestants who are all looking to take home the coveted mirror ball trophy.

The episode opens with the new host, Tyra Banks, welcoming the audience and introducing the judges: Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Bruno Tonioli. The audience is then introduced to the new cast of celebrities who will be competing in the show. The contestants include:

- JoJo Siwa, a popular Youtube star and dancer - Cody Rigsby, a Peloton instructor and former professional dancer - Olivia Jade, an influencer and daughter of Lori Loughlin - Suni Lee, an Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics - Mel C, a singer and former Spice Girl - Brian Austin Green, an actor best known for his role in Beverly Hills 90210 - Mike 'The Miz' Mizanin, a professional wrestler and reality television star - Amanda Kloots, a television host and Broadway dancer - Matt James, a former Bachelor and real estate broker - Martin Kove, an actor best known for his role in Cobra Kai - Iman Shumpert, a former NBA player and musician - Kenya Moore, a reality television star and former Miss USA

The contestants are then paired with their professional dancing partners, and the audience is treated to their first performances of the season. Each couple performs a dance of their choice, ranging from the tango to the cha-cha, and the judges offer their critiques.

As always, there are some standout performances, as well as some contestants who struggle in their first outing. Amanda Kloots offers an emotional performance, dedicated to her late husband, that earns her high scores from the judges. Suni Lee impresses with her skills from gymnastics, while Cody Rigsby brings his own unique style to the dance floor. However, Mel C struggles with her footing during her performance, and Olivia Jade receives mixed feedback from the judges.

Throughout the episode, viewers get to know more about each contestant, their backgrounds, and their motivations for competing on the show. From JoJo Siwa's desire to prove that she is more than just a children's entertainer to Kenya Moore's drive to win after a difficult year, each contestant has their own story to tell.

The episode ends with the first elimination of the season. The couple with the lowest scores is revealed, and they are sent home. The remaining contestants breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that they have one more week to prove themselves.

Overall, the season 30 premiere of Dancing with the Stars is an exciting start to the new season. With a diverse cast and a mix of talented and less-experienced dancers, there is sure to be plenty of drama and excitement in the weeks to come.

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Description
  • First Aired
    September 20, 2021
  • Content Rating
    TVPG
  • Language
    English