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Some bonds are just undeniable! Join us as we celebrate the "Dancing with the Stars" partnerships that brought a spark both to the ballroom and beyond. These duos proved that chemistry isn't just about perfect steps; it's about genuine connection, effortless rapport, and sometimes, even a little bit of romance. From lifelong friendships forged under the glitterball to real-life love stories that blossomed on screen, these pairings had audiences captivated with their unforgettable performances and heartwarming interactions. Get ready to feel the love!
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00:00So America had to talk you into kissing her, huh?
00:02They had to give America what they wanted.
00:04It's America's choice.
00:05Welcome to Ms. Mojo.
00:07And today, we're counting down our picks for the Dancing with the Stars partners
00:10whose behind-the-scenes connection lit up the ballroom.
00:21Number 10, Steven Neterozik and Riley Arnold, season 33.
00:25The Olympic gymnast and his dancing pro gave us the energy of two besties
00:30who have the most fun devising performances that they then make everyone else on the playground watch.
00:45Arnold shared that she had truly wished to be partnered with Neterozik,
00:49going as far as saying, quote,
00:50I was like, if he's not my partner, I'm going to cry.
00:53She also discussed how much fun she'd had getting to know him
00:56and that they'd become prone to a game night when they're not dancing.
01:09Both on and off the dance floor, you see both their deep respect and the fun they share.
01:15Perhaps they didn't win, but they gained a lifelong friendship.
01:18We saw that you guys went on a double date at Wicked.
01:21Okay, tell us, how was it double dating for the first time?
01:24Perfect.
01:24Awesome.
01:25As a group, we went so well together.
01:27We had so much fun.
01:28Number 9, Jana Kramer and Gleb Savchenko, season 23.
01:33These two had such strong chemistry on the dance floor
01:35that it didn't take long for people to wonder if they were more than just dance partners.
01:40Gleb Savchenko, you make me feel like a danger of someone else.
01:48Savchenko shut down the rumors, saying it was just good acting and a natural connection.
01:53But when you think about how many hours a day they spend that close, it makes sense they'd build a bond.
01:58There's a lot of acting.
01:59There's a lot of chemistry, natural chemistry.
02:02And, you know, when you dance and you train someone every day and you're up close and personal
02:09and you develop a certain connection, the viewer see it, you know, and you want to have that
02:16because you want to blast out the competition.
02:18For Kramer, what made it work was how well they balanced each other out.
02:22Their steamy Argentine tango only added to the buzz.
02:25And even after the show ended, their bond stuck.
02:35Kramer even reached out to Savchenko later for parenting advice.
02:39The partnership may have ended, but the friendship clearly didn't.
02:43It's my journey on Dancing with the Stars, all the ups and downs and the growth that I've made
02:47and that amazing friendship that I have now.
02:51Number 8. Kelly Monaco and Val Schmierkowski, Season 15.
02:55Val seems like the kind of guy who could have chemistry with a coat rack.
02:59Maybe that's why his name keeps coming up when we think of the show's most iconic partnerships.
03:03From Rumor Willis in Season 20 to Laurie Hernandez in Season 23.
03:08We'll begin with the spin, traveling in the world of my creation.
03:18But perhaps his most compelling chemistry was with his Season 15 partner Kelly Monaco.
03:23Off the dance floor, they shared laughs and an easy friendship,
03:26which translated into incredibly captivating performances.
03:29I've got a lot of balls, you know, and Val's slowly knocking them down.
03:39Val is awesome.
03:42He's teaching me how to trust again.
03:45Compared to her first round, Monaco appeared more relaxed, and her score showed it.
03:50She didn't reclaim the mirror ball, but she and Val could easily claim the title
03:54of one of the most loved partnerships in the show's history.
03:59Number 7.
04:08Cheryl Burke and Gilles Marini, Season 8.
04:11When it comes to chemistry, as Burke said,
04:13You can't teach that.
04:14Like, you either have it with someone or you don't.
04:17Does that mean this pairing, again to borrow from Burke, quote,
04:20jumped each other's bones?
04:21They may say no, but it sure didn't look like they didn't at least want to.
04:25From week one, they delivered sensational performances,
04:29with their Argentine tango still leaving us all hot and flustered.
04:42Actually, no matter the style, they brought their own brand of heat every week.
04:46Their freestyle felt like the story of their time together on and off the floor.
04:50Fun, fiery, and unforgettable.
04:52While his all-star run with PETA was strong,
04:55his time with Cheryl showed that dance talent alone can only get a celeb so far.
05:10Number 6.
05:11Trevor Donovan and Emma Slater, Season 31.
05:15Season 31 got a lot right with its partnerships,
05:18but one we especially couldn't get enough of was Trevor and Emma.
05:21Trevor may not have been the most technically skilled,
05:24but he and his partner danced rings around the competition when it came to chemistry.
05:28I'm a blonde, simple girl, in a fantasy world.
05:32Dress me up, make it tight, I'm your dolly.
05:36She helped him loosen up,
05:37while he brought a grounded energy that may have been exactly what she needed during a turbulent time.
05:43Even host Alfonso Ribeiro questioned how much of their rumbo was really acting.
05:46And luckily we've had a few weeks of getting to know each other to become friends
05:50and break down that wall and be comfortable with it.
05:53And so, yeah, his question was like, huh, huh.
05:56Yeah.
05:58So I just answered as truthfully as I could, and it is the truth.
06:01They weren't the strongest couple on the floor, but their connection was undeniable.
06:05The judges clearly saw that too,
06:07saving them again and again all the way to the semifinals.
06:10Number 5.
06:24Bindi Irwin and Derek Hough
06:25Season 21
06:27From the moment these two were paired,
06:29it felt like Derek stepped into a big brother role.
06:31Bindi just fills the room with this amazing energy, and it's contagious.
06:35Dad was like that, he was like, whoa, crikey!
06:39Bindi threw herself into the experience from day one,
06:42while he created a supportive environment, tailoring routines to her strengths.
06:47The trust between them was so unreal that Bindi seemed confident enough
06:50in her partner to attempt even the most ambitious moves.
06:53Because I've made the time of my life
07:00I never felt it's ready for me
07:04Their connection shone brightest during their heartfelt contemporary tribute to Bindi's late father.
07:10It speaks volumes that she'd trust him with such a painful memory,
07:13and you could see how important it was for him to tell her story with respect and compassion.
07:17Every move you make
07:20Every step you take
07:23Watching them was a joy, and of course, they lifted the mirror ball together.
07:31Number 4.
07:32Ilona Marr and Alan Burstyn
07:34Season 33
07:35One of our Season 33 highlights was watching this duo, both on and off the dance floor.
07:40As Burstyn shared, they'd found their bond quickly.
07:42I think, like, our friendship was so special.
07:46Again, it's because, you know, we were just having fun.
07:49Yeah, there's a lot of platonic chemistry, and that's what people picked up on.
07:52It's like, that's so cool, you guys could build a friendship and relationship like that.
07:55In fact, from the moment he heard Marr was joining the cast, he hoped they'd be paired.
08:00Together, they brought a fun, easy energy to every routine.
08:03Their chemistry felt natural, like they genuinely enjoyed dancing together.
08:15It was refreshing to see a partnership built on trust, laughter, and real friendship.
08:20That's not to say they didn't put in the work.
08:22Who am I?
08:23I don't have to take no crack, no break, no mistakes, no pressure.
08:31However, they also bonded outside the studio over snack breaks, spa days, and workouts.
08:37They may have finished as runners-up, but they easily walked away as the season's fan favorites.
08:42Did you hear me?
08:43Wake up!
08:44Get out like Papa John.
08:48Make a book of one and on.
08:50It's your feminine nominon.
08:52Number 3.
08:53Robert Herjavec and Kim Johnson Herjavec.
08:55Season 20.
08:56So far, most of the bonds we've discussed have been platonic,
08:59But that's not always the case, as we're about to see.
09:09Going in, this couple may have had their sights set on lifting the mirrorball,
09:13but by their week 8 elimination, they were focused on something bigger, starting a life together.
09:18It was clear to anyone watching that there was something between them from the start,
09:22and that glimmer grew brighter each week. When they danced the waltz,
09:26it felt like the world melted away, leaving only them and the music.
09:42Of course, their elimination didn't mark the last dance.
09:45They tied the knot in 2016 and are now parents to twins.
09:48We know, Kim, you're gonna choreograph an incredible first dance with your husband.
09:52So much pressure.
09:53And last night, the couple took to the dance floor to celebrate with a romantic
09:57first dance set to Etta James at last. A very happy ending for the dancing duo.
10:03Number 2, Meryl Davis and Maxim Schmierkowski, Season 18.
10:07If two couples had us glued to our screens during Season 18,
10:11it was James Maslow and Peta Murgatroyd, and Meryl Davis and Maxim Schmierkowski.
10:15And yes, we know Max and Peta are now married.
10:18Give your all to me. I'll give my all to you. You're my end and my beginning.
10:29Rumor has it, James and Peta even went on a date before the season began.
10:34Meanwhile, Meryl and Max kept fans guessing all season. With their chemistry so intense,
10:39it was hard not to wonder what was happening off camera. I think she's a princess, you know,
10:44obviously. So she needed to be a princess and I could have been anything actually, you know,
10:51as long as this was a princess. It felt like a classic case of opposites attracting,
10:55and it worked wonders for their performances. In the end, it was clear they shared something special,
11:00mutual respect, real joy, and a spark that captured exactly what makes the show so fun to watch.
11:06Got you cycled in my embrace. I'm latching onto you.
11:17Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions. Apollo Ono and Julianne Hough,
11:23Season 4. Their bond was so strong, people often wondered if there was more than friendship.
11:28Okay, smarty, go to the party. Girls are substantially clad, choking by.
11:32Chick walks by, you wish you were sexy, but you're standing on the wall like you was behind me.
11:36JoJo Siwa and Jenna Johnson, Season 30. This groundbreaking duo typically
11:41brought their fun dynamic to the dance floor.
11:51Riker Lynch and Alison Holker, Season 20. Their easy,
11:55natural chemistry helped them deliver showstopper after showstopper.
12:08Iman Shumpert and Daniela Karagash, Season 30. When they say teamwork makes the dream work,
12:14this is who they're talking about.
12:24Jordan Fisher and Lindsay Arnold, Season 25. Every dance felt like they were welcoming us into their
12:30off-camera friendship.
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12:52Number 1. Daniel Durant and Brit Stewart, Season 31.
12:57As soon as Brit found out who her Season 31 partner would be, she began learning American Sign Language.
13:02I don't know ASL, but I want to learn.
13:05Yeah.
13:06This foot?
13:08Walk.
13:09Communicating might be a challenge, but Brit is picking up some sign and we're going to improve.
13:13After all, he was stepping into her world. Why wouldn't she do the same for him?
13:17That genuine desire to connect with him is what made their relationship feel so authentic.
13:22She cites the now iconic 90s night jazz routine as the moment everything changed.
13:27They were no longer just dance partners.
13:43Many of us sensed their special connection from the beginning, so it wasn't surprising,
13:53just incredibly sweet when we learned things were heating up off the floor.
13:57Brit called Durant her, quote, forever dance partner.
14:00Both of us realized that we were going to have a drastic shift of not seeing each other every day,
14:06and that's when we realized that, okay, this is a little bit more than friendship.
14:11Is he your forever dance partner? I love this so much.
14:15Hope so.
14:16In 2025, that title became official when they tied the knot.
14:20Who was your favorite pairing? Be sure to let us know in the comments.
14:24But the chemistry between you two, now I just gotta know,
14:26are those your acting skills or is that real?
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