‘DWTS’ Viewers React to Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong’s Finale Night Performance as Winner Is Announced
As Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong took the floor for their final freestyle, viewers couldn’t contain their excitement. Many flooded social media with reactions to their performance.
The excitement was palpable as “Dancing with the Stars (DWTS)” Season 33 reached its grand finale on November 26. Five couples returned to the ballroom, each hoping to claim the ultimate prize: the coveted mirrorball trophy.
After last week’s shocking twist, where no one was eliminated in the semifinals, the stage was set for an all-star showdown.
Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong, Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson, Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten, Danny Amendola and Witney Carson, and Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold delivered their final routines in a bid to take home the win.
“DWTS” semi finals contestants: Stephen Nedoroscik, Rylee Arnold, Alan Bersten, Ilona Maher , Joey Graziandei, Jenna Johnson, Witney Carson, Danny Amendola, Chandler Kinney, Brandon Armstrong on November 19, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
As the winner was revealed, viewers flooded social media to share their thoughts on Kinney and Armstrong’s finale performance.
“Way better than Joey’s dance imo she deserves to win,[sic]” one fan remarked. Another called their routine “one of if not THE best jive I’ve ever seen!![sic]” Meanwhile, another viewer described it as “literally the definition of redemption.”
A fan comment dated November 27, 2024 | Source: Instagram/dancingwiththestars
Social media remained lively as fans analyzed Kinney and Armstrong’s finale performance and placement. One critical viewer wrote, “She took the easy way out. No bounce in her steps that’s why she didn’t get tired at the end. Judges gave her a pass.[sic]” Another praised her effort but noted, “There was a moment when the choreography slowed a bit.”
The judges also came under scrutiny, with one commenter questioning, “Give me a break Carrie Ann, saying she’s been the most challenged? Explain please.”
Still, not everyone was impressed by the freestyle routines. One fan called them “a little disappointing this year overall” and another suggested, “Stephen’s was the best.” Kinney’s third-place finish sparked mixed reactions. “I hope Chandler knows that she’s number 1 in the Reddit community 💕,” one supporter shared.
Another viewed it positively, writing, “Blessing in disguise that Chandler didn’t win because those comments are brutal already.” Others believed she deserved more, with one saying, “Chandler deserved at least 2nd place.”
