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McGillicuddy

11-09-2010, 10:00 PM

Marvo301

11-09-2010, 10:55 PM

I think Sarah Palin pulled some strings for Bristol to be safe yet another week.:lol: She's outlasted Florence Henderson, Audrina Patridge and Rick Fox, and now Kurt Warner. She should have been gone before all these people.
I suspect she is getting a lot of sympathy votes because of what she has had to put up with from Levi Johnson.

HuntingtonM15

11-09-2010, 10:58 PM

I suspect she is getting a lot of sympathy votes because of what she has had to put up with from Levi Johnson.

That could be. She's really not that great of a dancer and should have left weeks ago.

Marvo301

11-09-2010, 11:04 PM

Either that or she's getting the "tea party" vote! :lol:

Janice

11-10-2010, 12:35 AM

HuntingtonM15

11-10-2010, 01:27 AM

I think Bristol dances just as well as most of the other dancers. She's also very pretty. What's not to like, unless the Palin Derangement Syndrome is passed on to her daughter. If her mother wasn't Sarah Palin, I doubt anyone would be complaining.

I can't speak for anyone else, but it has nothing to do with politics to me. I've watched the majority of the seasons of DWTS and I've seen the good and the bad. Bristol is far from the worst dancers the show has had, but she's also far from the best. I thought she started out the season well but for whatever reason got progressively worse. She's nowhere near the same level as Jennifer Grey or Brandy. If she ends up making to the finale, good for her, but I predict one of the other two ladies will take it.

Rezny@gmail.com

11-10-2010, 05:58 PM

Wouldn't that be something if Bristol Palin was the winner this season of "DWTS"(Dancing With the Stars)?If that was to happen(and it might,who knows)a lot of people would be shocked.Oh,by the way,how long has "DWTS"been on the air?

HuntingtonM15

11-10-2010, 06:06 PM

Dianne3

11-12-2010, 04:29 PM

The issue isn't that Bristol is still on, but that she shouldn't have been even considered for DWTS in the first place.

Unless I a have been living in a cave, when did Bristol become a star?

Adamantium

11-12-2010, 04:56 PM

The issue isn't that Bristol is still on, but that she shouldn't have been even considered for DWTS in the first place.

Unless I a have been living in a cave, when did Bristol become a star?

I wondered the same thing when I heard she was going to be on the show.

HuntingtonM15

11-12-2010, 05:21 PM

I don't really have an issue with Bristol being on the show. Dancing with the "Stars" is just a title. There have been several people over the seasons who I would not consider stars--Kate Gosselin for example. If you're in the public eye for any reason, you can pretty much be considered for the show. While Bristol may not be a great dancer, she's a ton better than Kate. She was just a trainwreck and had a sour look on her face every week.

ponytail

11-17-2010, 05:35 AM

McGillicuddy

11-17-2010, 03:35 PM

Can you believe Bristol is in the finals? I was voting for Maks and Brandy. I didn't warch the show last night because I felt Brandy was going.

Maybe DWTS should change the way the voting is. Judges get 75%, fans 25%. I don't know, but it is a shame to see good dancers leave and the not so good stay.

It's a fun show to watch, I especially love watching Maks, Tony and Louie.
What happened last night, was just WRONG! Bristol Palin should not have beat out the exceptional Brandy. OK, Bristol deserves credit for never dancing or performing before, and great improvement, but seriously, look at all the talented contestants she beat out. The show is becoming a popularity contest, not just for Bristol, but for her mom.

Can you imagine if she actually took home the Mirror Ball Trophy -- (Which she just might do, at this point)? That would completely destroy the credibility of the whole show. I for one would never watch the show again! The only reason I'm watching now is because of Jennifer Grey.

I would advise the producers of DWTS, in the future, exclude politicians or potential political candidates and their families. It seems to me Bristol's getting the "Tea Party" vote. Politics should not be part of DWTS. I really think in the long run, this could damage the show,completely!

HuntingtonM15

11-17-2010, 03:55 PM

McGillicuddy

11-17-2010, 04:26 PM

The show has always been a popularity contest, unfortunately. It's a shame when a subpar performer makes it far on a reality show but it's nothing new. There's no way Brandy should have left last night. She's been one of the best dancers all season and earned a spot in the finale.

Though, eliminating politics from the show isn't going to help. There's always someone who's popular and can't dance, but their fan base always gets them through. With that logic, you'd have to eliminate sports stars as well. If anything, they should change the voting percentages, like ponytail suggested.
Yes, I know "popularity" is a factor of the voting process, but why should sports stars be excluded, anymore than musicians or actors. I don't know of anyone that made to the finals on the tails of a parents' celebrity in the political arena. You can't see that it would be outrageous if Bristol Palin is holding that trophy next Tuesday???!!!!

By the way, most of the DWTS champs in the history of the show, with the exception of Donny Osmond, I never heard of before they were on the show. Their talent must have had something to do with their win!

HuntingtonM15

11-17-2010, 04:55 PM

Yes, I know "popularity" is a factor of the voting process, but why should sports stars be excluded, anymore than musicians or actors. I don't know of anyone that made to the finals on the tails of a parents' celebrity in the political arena. You can't see that it would be outrageous if Bristol Palin is holding that trophy next Tuesday???!!!!

By the way, most of the DWTS champs in the history of the show, with the exception of Donny Osmond, I never heard of before they were on the show. Their talent must have had something to do with their win!

Sports stars have massive fan followings, and a lot of them have sucked at dancing on the show. Whether it's an actor, musician, sports star, politician, etc. there's always going to be someone who sucks with a big following. That's why I think the only way to handle it is to change the voting percentage.

That's another problem with the show. They should NOT cast people who are professional dancers. Last season Nicole of the Pussycat Dolls won. I don't care if she wasn't trained in ballroom dancing--she was still a trained dancer. It wouldn't have taken her long to pick up the steps. I don't see how that's fair, either, but it happens.

McGillicuddy

11-17-2010, 05:18 PM

Sports stars have massive fan followings, and a lot of them have sucked at dancing on the show. Whether it's an actor, musician, sports star, politician, etc. there's always going to be someone who sucks with a big following. That's why I think the only way to handle it is to change the voting percentage.

That's another problem with the show. They should NOT cast people who are professional dancers. Last season Nicole of the Pussycat Dolls won. I don't care if she wasn't trained in ballroom dancing--she was still a trained dancer. It wouldn't have taken her long to pick up the steps. I don't see how that's fair, either, but it happens.
Valid points, but getting back to Bristol, where would she be if the high profile, Sarah Palin were not in the equasion. Well, she wouldn't even be there, no one would have ever heard of her! Now if you can believe she's come this far on her own merits and her own popularity, alone, then so be it.

HuntingtonM15

11-17-2010, 05:27 PM

Valid points, but getting back to Bristol, where would she be if the high profile, Sarah Palin were not in the equasion. Well, she wouldn't even be there, no one would have ever heard of her! Now if you can believe she's come this far on her own merits and her own popularity, alone, then so be it.

There's no question that she's still there because of Sarah. As you said, no one would have a clue who she was without Sarah. Based on her dancing "ability" she would have been gone long ago.

Tweety

11-20-2010, 04:21 AM

As far as Bristol only being "famous" because of her mother, so what?

Wasn't Kelly Osbourne on DWTS during one of the recent seasons? Wonder how SHE became "famous"?

I haven't watched much of the show this season, I have a Monday night conflict and I don't bother recording it. But from what I've seen, yeah, Bristol isn't as good a dancer as some of the others, like Brandy.

Bristol didn't ask for this. They came to her, and she decided to take a huge risk to be on this show.

The first season of DWTS that I mostly watched was the season that was won by Kristi Yamaguchi. There were a lot of people on the show that season that I liked, so I enjoyed watching it that year. Since then, I've watched some episodes here and there, and we usually at least try to catch the last couple of weeks. More often than not, I haven't heard of half the people on there. I don't watch soap operas, so to me, there's no such thing as a soap opera "star", other than Susan Lucci. A "star", to me, is someone who needs no introduction. I also think it's an overused term. Entertainment is so segmented these days that the biggest "stars" out there only have a small niche of fans. A lot of people wouldn't know who "The Situation" is, and a lot of people wouldn't know who Jason Taylor is.

What I like about the idea of this show is that it takes people and puts them in an unfamiliar situation (having to compete in a live dancing competition). Apparently, Bristol has worked hard, and she's likable. People like her.

As far as the scoring goes, I don't have a problem with a 50/50 split. The show is supposed to be for the people, and they give the people who watch and support the show a say in the outcome.

It doesn't really matter to me if the "best" dancer wins. Brandy has, no doubt, had a LOT of training and dance lessons over the years. But the folks didn't turn out for her, at least not enough.

When I heard who was going to be on this season, I said that Jennifer Grey would win. I figured the fix was in, with Patrick Swayze having just passed away within the last year or so, it was set up for her to win it. She still might.

But I'm glad that Bristol is still on there, if nothing other than to see how it absolutely drives the left nuts. And while I do like the judges on this show and appreciate what they do for the contestants, I also like the fact that the elitists don't have the final say. The folks do.

Adamantium

11-20-2010, 06:19 AM

Wasn't Kelly Osbourne on DWTS during one of the recent seasons? Wonder how SHE became "famous"?

Kelly Osbourne became famous from being on the TV show "The Osbournes." Yeah, the show was because of her dad being famous, but she was in a TV show and then became famous.

Bristol is only "famous" because her mom is Sarah Palin and her love life has gotten to become news, for some reason.

I'm no Sarah Palin fan, but I don't have any issues with Bristol, other than I don't consider her a "star."

Tweety

11-20-2010, 09:48 AM

Kelly Osbourne became famous from being on the TV show "The Osbournes." Yeah, the show was because of her dad being famous, but she was in a TV show and then became famous.

Bristol is only "famous" because her mom is Sarah Palin and her love life has gotten to become news, for some reason.

I'm no Sarah Palin fan, but I don't have any issues with Bristol, other than I don't consider her a "star."

True about Kelly, but my only point was, no one ever hears about her without her father being who he is.

And, as I said, the definition of "star" has definitely changed over the years. To me, just being on a TV show (or even being the subject of a so-called "reality" show) doesn't make someone a star. I wouldn't consider Kelly Osborne to be a "star" simply because she happens to be part of her father's dopey family that somehow got a reality show.

Of course, since Bristol did so well among the fans, maybe in a couple of years, her younger sister Willow will be on there. And Willow will actually be a "star" in the tradition of Kelly Osborne, since the "Alaska" show is now airing to huge ratings on TLC.

I think WAY too many people are referred to as "stars". A star should need no introduction. I consider Julia Roberts to be a star. Bill Cosby is a star. But actually, the term "star" was dumbed down so much, that people who used to be "star" are now super stars, while a "star" is just anyone who's on a TV show or has been in a movie.

Looking at the list of winners from the first ten seasons (DWTS wiki page (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dancing_with_the_Stars_%28U.S._TV_series%29) ), of the 10 first place winners, I knew who five of them were before DWTS (Emmitt Smith, Apollo Ono, Kristi Yamaguchi, Shawn Johnson and Donny Osmond). Are the others "stars"? Not to me they aren't.

I also know only 5 of the 10 second place finishers (O'Hurely, Rice, Lopez, Taylor and Sapp).

And, I would have known 4 of the third placers (Lawrence, Ali, Marie Osmond, and Erin Andrews). And I would have known who Andrews was because of the hotel room incident, but I don't usually notice the names of ESPN reporters... she was more of a star because of the video incident than anything she ever accomplished as a so-called "reporter".

In Kelly Osborne's case, I would have said "is she any relation to Ozzie?"

This year, I know two of the three finalists without having to look them up on wiki. I wouldn't have known who Kyle was, but I know Bristol (obviously) and Jennifer.

I might not be typical in not knowing the majority of contestants in any given season. Basically, I don't watch reality shows or soap operas. I don't particularly care about Broadway, and I would consider the music produced by most DWTS musical contestants to be not worth listening to. Basically, I don't follow pop culture very much at all...it's not worth it, to me.

Now the question is, are the three judges "stars"? Whoever heard of any of them before they became judges on DWTS?

Rezny@gmail.com

11-20-2010, 01:56 PM

I'll bet that this coming Tuesday (or whenever the results show is this week),"Dancing With the Stars"will have the HIGHEST ratings ever,because THEN those viewers who watch the show and care about Bristol will learn whether she goes on to the finals (and the way things are going,she probably will)or is eliminated.

HuntingtonM15

11-20-2010, 02:34 PM

McGillicuddy

11-20-2010, 05:56 PM

But I'm glad that Bristol is still on there, if nothing other than to see how it absolutely drives the left nuts. And while I do like the judges on this show and appreciate what they do for the contestants, I also like the fact that the elitists don't have the final say. The folks do.
I don't care that Bristol's still being there is "driving the left nuts", and more than if Chelsea Clinton was in this position and was driving the right-wing nuts.

That you made this statement examplifies my point that its such a shame "politics" in general has become a factor in the voting process of Dancing with the Stars!

HuntingtonM15

11-20-2010, 06:11 PM

I don't care that Bristol's still being there is "driving the left nuts", and more than if Chelsea Clinton was in this position and was driving the right-wing nuts.

I agree with this. I'd be equally as annoyed if Chelsea was on the show as a mediocre dancer and stayed on just because of politics. It's supposed to be about dancing so it's a shame when better dancers are kicked off over others. It's the same thing on American Idol when lousy singers stay on over people with real talent.

I'm still rooting for Jennifer, because, well--she's clearly the best. I'd also be happy for Kyle just because Lacey hasn't won yet. Derek and Mark have both won twice so that's not a factor for me.

Tweety

11-20-2010, 08:24 PM

I don't care that Bristol's still being there is "driving the left nuts", and more than if Chelsea Clinton was in this position and was driving the right-wing nuts.

That you made this statement examplifies my point that its such a shame "politics" in general has become a factor in the voting process of Dancing with the Stars!

Actually, the ones injecting politics into this are people like Contessa Brewer of MSNBC... she actually accused the "Tea Party" of a conspiracy whereby T.P. people "tie up the lines" so that no one can get through to vote for someone like Brandy.... Brewer is someone who clearly does not understand that each contestant has their own phone line and phone number to call.

Bristol is just having a good time. And so are a lot of people who like seeing her on the show.

And if Chelsea ever went on the show, that would be fine with me. lol, she's a lot better looking after the cosmetic surgery that she had.

Everything that I've seen from Jennifer this season would indicate to me that she's very worthy of being in the finals, and she's been as good as anybody this time around.

Kyle, I'm sure, was never a dancer, but he's worked very hard this year, I've seen a big difference in him since the season started (again, I've seen mostly highlights this season)... he's working hard, he's clearly enjoying the fact that he's learning something new, and he's also been rewarded by the fans of the show.

I'm sure I'll catch the finals even if I have to record it and watch it later. This will be interesting.

Tweety

11-20-2010, 08:54 PM

Well, in addition to the Wisconsin guy who shot his TV set when Bristol advanced to the finals, we now have a report of an envelope containing white powder that was received at the DWTS production office.

The FBI won't comment on who the letter was specifically addressed to, but can there be any doubt? (actually, the contestants do not practice at the address where the letter was sent)

Here's the story

Was Bristol Palin Targeted in Dancing White-Powder Scare? (http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20443988,00.html)

HuntingtonM15

11-23-2010, 01:49 PM

I have to say that I thought all of the couples had a good freestyle dance. But based on talent alone, I'm still rooting for Jennifer. It may be a 3rd win for Derek (I think the first time a dancer would have 3 wins), but she really deserves it. For several seasons, the oldest female celebrities would be in their 40's while they would get men in their 50's and 60's, so this would be awesome to show that a woman could win the show at 50.

McGillicuddy

11-23-2010, 09:17 PM

I can't believe Bristol think's she's "hated". Hello? You got voted in the finales, despite clearly not being the best dancer!

Janice

11-23-2010, 09:41 PM

I can't believe Bristol think's she's "hated". Hello? You got voted in the finales, despite clearly not being the best dancer!
A guy shooting his tv over it. Bristol getting death threads, endless hit pieces on the web and in newspapers. Most libs wish she'd fall on her ass on that dance floor. I'd love to see Bristol win for a couple of reasons. To piss the haters off, and because it's not fair to have someone who has never had a dance lesson in her life compete with a profressional (Jennifer). There's nothing fair about that, and if Jennifer wins, it's a hollow victory.

McGillicuddy

11-24-2010, 02:50 AM

I bet ABC and the producers of DWTS are relieved. If Bristol Palin had won, it would have destroyed the credibility of the whole program. Ratings would plummet for season 12!

HuntingtonM15

11-24-2010, 03:14 AM

I bet ABC and the producers of DWTS are relieved. If Bristol Palin had won, it would have destroyed the credibility of the whole program. Ratings would plummet for season 12!

I highly doubt it. The show is massive in the ratings and something like that would not bring it down. I'm sure ABC and the DWTS producers loved having Bristol on until the end. Her controversy brought in a ton of extra ratings.

Anyway, I was very pleased with the Jennifer win. She's someone who hasn't danced in 20 years, is 50 years old, had more than one injury during the season, and had a cancer scare just before the show started. Her story was nothing like the Pussycat Doll, Nicole, who won last season. Nicole is a young, current trained dancer who never should have been on the show.

HuntingtonM15

11-24-2010, 04:36 PM

Just one more comment about Bristol. Even though she didn't win, she still got to dance just as many dances this season as the winner. It was mentioned in this thread that Kelly Osbourne got on the show due to who her parents are as well. A little ironic maybe that both Kelly and Bristol made it to 3rd place.

McGillicuddy

11-24-2010, 06:17 PM

I highly doubt it. The show is massive in the ratings and something like that would not bring it down. I'm sure ABC and the DWTS producers loved having Bristol on until the end. Her controversy brought in a ton of extra ratings.

Anyway, I was very pleased with the Jennifer win. She's someone who hasn't danced in 20 years, is 50 years old, had more than one injury during the season, and had a cancer scare just before the show started. Her story was nothing like the Pussycat Doll, Nicole, who won last season. Nicole is a young, current trained dancer who never should have been on the show.
I'm really glad you mentioned that. Jennifer was being compared to Nicole Pussycat Doll, but Nicole is a professional dancer, where Jen is an actress who played a professional dancer, 25 years ago. Plus being 50 years old, (although to her credit she could pass for 35 or 40) and having back surgery a year ago, she was incredible.

ThomasE

11-27-2010, 11:50 PM

I was not happy that Bristol made it to the final three. To me, she was not the best dancer. I didn't vote for her. I voted mainly for Kyle. I did not vote for her but I always wished her the best in the dancing. I'm not the type to wish that she'd fall and mess up. I just thought that Brandy was better and should have gone all the way. So many people were upset and threatened to stop watching next season. I understand the frustration but if people don't vote then the change can't happen. Although I did not want Bristol to win, I don't think the hating on the girl was necessary. She's done nothing wrong and is human like the rest of us. Shooting the TV because you're mad is over the top but the loyalty he showed is appreciated, I'm sure. LOL.

Daniel85479

12-10-2010, 10:35 AM

I didn't watch the show last night because I felt Brandy was going.
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