Dancing with the Stars 3, October 4: Drop It Like It’s Hot

Last night on Dancing with the Stars, our couples did either the paso doble or waltz. Several goobers were given out, a few tears were shed, and I learned that I’m not dead inside after all. Tonight, another celebrity and his or her partner will be eliminated… after 59 minutes of filler, of course.

First things first, though: CSBoss pointed out an error in the final standings on our website. Willa is listed in second and seventh place. She should be in second while Jerry should be in seventh. [Editor’s Note: That was my error. Sorry!]

Marinell identified Karina and Mario’s song as “Cancion del Mariachi.” I took a guess at the name and was horribly wrong.

Meredith reminded me that George Hamilton and Lisa Rinna sometimes performed a different dance last season from other celebrities of the same gender. To be honest, I completely forgot about that.

Regarding the same issue, Sonya feels that some dances aren’t right for certain celebrities and that is why they can perform the dance that the other group is doing. That makes sense to me. What do you think?

I’m tiring myself out at this point, so let’s get on with the results!

Tom and Samantha welcome us to the program and tell us that Nick Lachey and Los Lonely Boys are performing tonight. Whee. We’re then treated to scenes from last night’s action and I realize how much I love Kym’s dress. If you missed this part of the results show, be sure to read our recap to get a feel for the performances.

The clips remind us of how emotional some of the performances were last night. Joey changes the mood by telling us in an interview that he’s thrilled he pleased Len. Also, as we see Vivica and Nick together, I’m reminded of how glad I am that he has stayed around longer this season than he did last season. He has an understated presence and I’m enjoying his interaction with Vivica.

Now we see Willa and Maksim in an interview after last night’s show. She refers to him as “honey.” Either she uses that as a term of endearment for everyone or there is something going on between those crazy kids.

Next, Tom and Samantha review the current standings:

Len now tells us that he, Carrie Ann, and Bruno have selected Willa and Maksim to perform the encore dance. I have to admit that I actually like the performance a lot better tonight.

Los Lonely Boys are set to perform “My Way.” Personally, I think the drummer looks like he’d be fun to hang out with.

Samantha is interviewing the celebrities backstage. She asks Jerry about shaking his hips. He says that at his age, you replace hips, not shake them. He also states that if he returns next week, he’s going to be sexy. Emmitt talks about his football days and playing against the Washington Redskins. Vivica explains that she and Nick have a solid fan base, so they should be safe tonight. Nobody is safe; just ask Ashly and Harry.

Goody, it’s time to find out what the audience members think. Everyone explains that Sara should go home tonight. I agree, but there is a possibility that she could be staying.

It’s time now to reveal the first two couples that are returning next week. Drum roll, please… Karina and Mario are safe, as are Kym and Jerry. I think Kym is more stunned than Jerry is.

The DelGrosso sisters are here to perform. Not all of the sisters are pros, but of course Ashly is. The sisters look great; their movements are in sync and they are as cute as pudding. All of them have a first name that starts with the letter A. How adorable. Sorry, I couldn’t resist.

Samantha is once again backstage interviewing Mario and Jerry. Jerry explains that he is tired of people confusing him for Mario. I have a similar experience all of the time; people think I’m a direct descendant of the Pillsbury Doughboy, but I’m not.