‘Dancing With the Stars’ pro definitely wanted a different partner for season 33

It seems like there are some unexpected dynamics at play between Joey Graziadei and his Dancing With the Stars partner, Jenna Johnson-Chmerkovskiy. While the pair has been doing well on the dance floor, with impressive scores and a strong connection, Jenna recently shared her initial disappointment about being paired with Joey instead of the football player she had hoped for—former NFL star Danny Amendola.

Jenna’s Disappointment

During an episode of the Almost Famous podcast, Jenna revealed that she had been looking forward to dancing with a football player, as she had never had one in her DWTS career. She expressed that she felt a bit sad upon finding out that she would be partnered with Joey, despite the initial excitement of potentially dancing with Danny.

“I was a little sad because I’ve been promised — not promised — but I’ve never had a football player,” she explained, noting that she had heard rumors about Danny’s involvement. However, the reality turned out to be different when the official pairings were announced.

Jenna’s Dance Journey

Jenna has had a notable career on DWTS, debuting as a pro in season 23 after spending several seasons in the troupe. She has danced with a variety of celebrities, winning the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy with Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon and even making history as part of the show’s first same-sex couple alongside JoJo Siwa. Despite the lack of a football player in her lineup, her impressive track record speaks volumes about her talent.

Positive Outlook

However, Jenna’s initial sadness seems to have dissipated as she has expressed contentment with her partnership with Joey. The two have been performing exceptionally well, with their scores reflecting a solid chemistry and skill. They achieved a series of impressive scores, including a 36 out of 40 for their Tango, which helped them top the leaderboard recently.

Jenna also praised Joey’s personality, calling him “one of the most genuine humans I’ve ever met,” and noted how easily they connected. Their camaraderie appears to be a strong factor in their success on the show, despite any initial reservations Jenna might have had.

As they continue their journey in the competition, fans are eager to see if Jenna and Joey can maintain their momentum and possibly take home the Mirrorball Trophy. The upcoming episodes promise more excitement as they navigate the challenges of dancing and continue to grow as a pair. Tune in every Tuesday on ABC or Disney Plus to see how their story unfolds!