In a thrilling episode of "Dancing With the Stars" that aired on November 19, fans were on the edge of their seats as each of the five remaining couples showcased their talents. The stakes were high with each duo performing one ballroom dance and one Latin dance, yet to everyone’s surprise, all couples were granted a spot in the highly anticipated finale, breaking the usual elimination tradition of the show.

Standout Performance

The standout performance of the night came from Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson, who earned a perfect score with their enchanting Foxtrot to Erin Boheme's “I Won’t Dance.” Graziadei, a former "Bachelor" star, was ecstatic, commenting, "Never got one of those before. Feels really good!" His performance left the judges in awe, with Derek Hough declaring it “one of the best Foxtrots” he's ever witnessed and Bruno Tonioli dubbing it a "Golden Age Hollywood performance."

Later in the night, Graziadei delivered a fiery Paso Doble to The Beatles' classic “Come Together,” garnering mixed reviews. While Hough praised his effort, Inaba noted he was slightly out of sync with the music. The total score for the night was an impressive 58 points, setting a strong precedent for the finale.

Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong

Chandler Kinney from "Pretty Little Liars" and her partner Brandon Armstrong dazzled the audience with a spicy Salsa to “Spicy Margarita” by Jason Derulo and Michael Bublé, earning a near-perfect 29 out of 30. Their second performance, a Foxtrot to Hozier’s “Too Sweet,” wowed the judges and secured them a final score of 59, the highest of the night, and a commendation from Tonioli for being the best Foxtrot he had ever witnessed.

Danny Amendola and Witney Carson

Danny Amendola and Witney Carson exhibited elegance with their Viennese Waltz to John Mayer’s “Gravity,” which earned them 27 points. However, their subsequent Salsa to “I Like It” was met with mixed reviews from the judges, leading to a total score of 54 points for the evening.

Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten

Olympian Ilona Maher, paired with Alan Bersten, turned up the intensity with a matador-themed Paso Doble to "Unholy" by Sam Smith and Kim Petras that electrified the audience. Tonioli compared Maher to a "drama queen," and her remarkable performance scored 28 points. Her second dance, a Viennese Waltz set to JVKE's "golden hour," was filled with emotion and vulnerability, earning her an impressive 29 points and a total of 57 points for the night.

Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold

Gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold faced a rollercoaster evening as Nedoroscik struggled with his Cha Cha to Deorro’s “Bailar,” receiving 25 points. However, he made a comeback with a passionate Tango to "Sweet Disposition" by The Temper Trap, which impressed the judges and earned them a further 28 points, bringing their total for the night to 53.

Looking Ahead to the Finale

As the excitement builds for the Season 33 finale of "Dancing With the Stars," which will air next Tuesday live on both ABC and Disney+, fans are eagerly anticipating who will take home the coveted mirrorball trophy. Will the previous performances be enough for any of these talented couples to clinch victory, or will the finale reveal surprising new twists? The stage is set for an unforgettable showdown!