Parks, 50, and Chmerkovskiy, 38, appeared visibly shocked by the low score –– especially since resident judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli unanimously held up a “7” scoring card.
Phaedra Parks and Val Chmerkovskiy spoke to Page Six after Tuesday’s Hair Metal Night on “Dancing With the Stars.” Page Six The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star addressed the severely low score she received from guest judge Gene Simmons. Page Six
“I loved the routine, and I think we did good, despite Gene Simmons being a total ding-a-ling,” Parks exclusively told Page Six’s Desiree Murphy in the ballroom Tuesday night.
The “Traitors” alum then praised Chmerkovskiy for being a “wonderful coach” while doubling down on the fact that she “loved the routine” and the reigning mirrorball champion’s fun choreography.
“I figured he [Simmons] didn’t like short black women,” Parks quipped, continuing to slam the rock icon.
The KISS rocker gave the pair a “5” out of “10” for their paso doble set to Bon Jovi’s “You Give Love a Bad Name.” Disney “I think we did good, despite Gene Simmons being a total ding-a-ling,” the Bravolebrity exclaimed. “I loved the routine.” Page Six
Chmerkovskiy chimed in, jokingly adding, “It’s always fun to have a guest judge in the ballroom.”
Meanwhile on social media, fans watching the show took to X to express their outrage over the low score, with many calling the moment “wild.”
“Gene giving Phaedra’s dance a 5 tonight is WILD. What the f–k,” one person argued.
The dance duo received unanimous scores of “7” from veteran judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli. Disney Several fans expressed their outrage over Simmons’ low score via social media Tuesday night. Disney
“When I tell you I almost fell out of my chair when Gene picked up the 5 for Phaedra and Val 💀 💀,” another person shared.
“i think phaedra parks should be allowed to punch gene simmons if she wants to,” someone candidly quipped.
Another viewer wrote, “i cant watch this show knowing gene gave phaedra a 5 jsjsjdjdjd.”
Many called Simmons “wild” for giving the fun routine a “5.” Disney “I almost fell out of my chair when Gene picked up the 5 for Phaedra and Val,” one viewer joked. Disney
Parks and Chmerkovskiy went all out for their routine, rocking statement wigs, grunge costumes and makeup to fit the Hair Metal Night theme.
“Of course, I’m giving Tina Turner, the ultimate rocker, the ultimate iconic woman, you know? So I was extremely excited. I love a theme. I love a costume,” Parks gushed to Page Six.
The Bravolebrity told us it took about “two hours” to get all dolled up for the big night.
Meanwhile, Chmerkovskiy joked that he was “giving Stevie Nicks icon” with his frizzy blond rocker wig.
Parks went all out for the rock ’n’ roll-themed episode, comparing her look to Tina Turner. Page Six Despite Simmons’ low score, Parks and Chmerkovskiy received enough fan votes to compete in next week’s episode. Disney
Despite their low score from Simmons, the dance duo still garnered enough viewer votes to make it through to next week’s Dedication Night.
“I love this night, because we really get to shed some light on some intimate stuff with our celebrities,” Chmerkovskiy told us of what to expect from the all-new episode.
Parks also revealed that she’ll be dedicating the dance to her mom, Regina Bell.
“My whole family is coming out next week,” she teased. “I’m super excited, so it’ll be very special. It’ll be super special.”
The pair will now begin rehearsing for a special routine dedicated to Parks’ mom for Dedication Night next Tuesday. Disney “My whole family is coming out next week,” Parks teased. “I’m super excited … it’ll be very special.” Disney
And next week the two won’t have to worry about any low scores from Simmons as former “Dancing With the Stars” pro Mark Ballas will be taking his place as guest judge.
“Mark is a master of this craft, not just from the TV standpoint of ‘Dancing With the Stars,’ but from the ballroom,” Chmerkovskiy said of his longtime pal, who won the trophy three times while competing on the show as a pro dancer. “I’m looking forward to hearing his opinion. I think he’s very creative, he’s got a lot of insight on choreography, on storytelling, and then technical stuff. I’m excited.”
“Dancing With the Stars” airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and Disney+.
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Gene is a character unto himself and they hired him anyway. It wasn't a good move on their part just like hiring a criminal to dance wasn't either. DWTS is getting desperate.
Stephanie Hall
40m ago
Phaedra, keep up the great work. You are the only reason that I decided to tune in to Dancing with Stars.. I give you and your dance partner A 10 ➕️ 10 every time..🔥❤️➕️ 10✔️
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