SPOILER ALERT! This recap reveals key details from the highly anticipated Season 33 finale of Dancing with the Stars, including the winner of the coveted Mirrorball trophy.

After an exhilarating season where five couples fought to showcase their dancing prowess, the grand finale saw a blend of nostalgic reflections and dazzling performances. Hosted live, the three-hour episode kept fans on the edge of their seats as the couples took to the stage for their last dances—the redemption rounds followed by the exhilarating freestyles.

Redemption Dances: Striving for Glory

The night kicked off with the redemption dances—an opportunity to shine anew by revisiting previous performances.

- **Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold** kicked off their routine with a vibrant Quick Step, rejuvenated from feedback and ready to impress. Their energetic performance was richly rewarded with a score of 29 out of 30.

- **Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson**, fresh off a perfect score for the Cha Cha, sought to elevate their performance further. Hough assigned them a challenging revisit, and they delivered a spectacular routine that earned them a flawless 30 out of 30—strongly positioning them as serious contenders.

- **Danny Amendola and Witney Carson** tackled the Tango, impressing the judges with their growth and emotion, despite ending with a score of 27 out of 30, showing their journey had made an impact.

- **Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten** wowed the judges once again with their Jive, securing a solid score of 27. Inaba praised Maher’s hard work, declaring her redemption achieved.

- **Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong** closed out the redemption segment with a spectacular Jive that brought them another perfect score of 30, reinforcing their earlier success and determination.

Freestyle Dances: The Final Challenge

Next came the eagerly awaited freestyle round, where creativity reigns supreme.

- **Nedoroscik & Arnold** opened with a breathtaking routine set to Coldplay's "Viva La Vida," featuring gymnastics and stunning choreography—a testimony to their talent that earned them another 30 out of 30.

- **Graziadei & Johnson**, looking to cap off their impressive night, performed an energetic tribute to tennis, bringing home a very respectable score of 29.

- **Amendola & Carson**, who opted for a fun Barbie-themed freestyle, showcased Amendola’s athleticism and charisma, receiving a score of 29.

- **Maher & Bersten** lit up the stage with an empowering performance, sealing their final dance with another perfect score of 30.

- **Kinney & Armstrong** concluded the competitive dances with a series of stunning lifts and tricks, paying homage to their groundbreaking journey as the first Black couple in the final. Their performance also garnered a perfect 30.

After an emotional night filled with outstanding performances, audience anticipation reached a fever pitch. The finale culminated in a thrilling announcement, and it was **Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson** who clinched the prestigious Mirrorball trophy!

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