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'DWTS': Kellie Pickler Shines with Nearly 'Perfect' Performance

April 23, 2013 Dancing With The Stars

It was another big night for Kellie Pickler on “Dancing with the Stars.” The country singer nabbed the first 10 from “DWTS” head judge Len Goodman, and Carrie Ann Inaba praised her for a nearly “perfect” performance.

This week was all about Stevie Wonder, and the veteran singer was in the house, wowing the crowd with live performances of “Sir Duke” and “My Cherie Amour.” The contestants danced to Stevie’s music with their partners and in teams.

'Dancing with the Stars': Kellie Pickler Is 'Prom Queen'

April 02, 2013 Dancing With The Stars

Kellie Pickler was declared “Prom Queen” on “Dancing with the Stars” Monday, after she wowed the judges with a lively "Footloose" jive with partner Derek Hough. The "DWTS" favorites scored 25 out of 30 points.

“Sharper than a samurai sword,” exclaimed judge Bruno Tonioli, while Carrie Ann Inaba declared, “Ridiculously amazing!”

Kellie’s Twitter followers couldn’t agree more, as the hashtag #promkellie began trending worldwide after the special “Prom Night” episode.

'DWTS' Recap: Dorothy Hamill Exits, Kellie Pickler Takes the Lead

March 27, 2013 Dancing With The Stars

Thursday night on "Dancing with the Stars," Olympian Dorothy Hamill made a dramatic decision to withdraw from the competition, while singer Kellie Pickler emerged as a frontrunner.

'DWTS' Recap: Dorothy Hamill Exits, Kellie Pickler Takes the Lead

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Just hours before Tuesday's performance, Dorothy revealed that her ankle injury was the result of nerve damage from a cyst on her spine. "I wish I could stay, but I can't. It just wasn't getting any better," said the former figure skater.

'DWTS' Recap: Kellie Pickler Stuns Judges with Jazz Dance

March 26, 2013 Dancing With The Stars

“American Idol” alum Kellie Pickler showed she could do a lot more than just sing.

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In week two of “Dancing with the Stars,” Pickler and partner Derek Hough simply mesmerized with their jazz dance. Take a look!

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'DWTS' Recap: Sean Lowe's 'Pelvic Thrust,' Kellie Pickler's 'Sass and Class'

March 19, 2013 Dancing With The Stars

It was the good, the bad and the ugly on the dance floor Monday night as “Dancing with the Stars" kicked off Season 16.

'DWTS' Recap: Sean Lowe's 'Pelvic Thrust,' Kellie Pickler's 'Sass and Class'

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While “Bachelor” fans -- and new fiancée Catherine Giudici -- couldn’t wait to see Sean Lowe this season, the judges weren't wowed. Making fun of his “Chippendales” dance moves, Tonioli told him, “For a dance virgin, you have a very effective pelvic thrust.”

Meet the New Cast of 'Dancing with the Stars'!

February 26, 2013 Dancing With The Stars

"Dancing with the Stars" returns March 18 with a whole new cast of athletes, actors and even a "Real Housewife." Hosts Tom Bergeron and Brooke Burke stopped by "Good Morning America" on Tuesday to announce the new lineup of "DWTS" contestants and their pros for the 16th season (rumor has it "Bachelor" Sean Lowe could be joining last minute too). Check it out!

Meet the New Cast of 'Dancing with the Stars'!

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Aly Raisman: 2012 Olympic gold-medal gymnast. Partner: Mark Ballas.

Dorothy Hamill: 1976 Olympic figure-skating legend. Partner: Tristan MacManus.

‘DWTS’ Rumors: Former ‘Idol’ Contestant to Be Joining New Season

February 24, 2013 Dancing With The Stars

Could a former “American Idol” contestant be hitting the dance floor on the upcoming season of “Dancing with the Stars”?

‘DWTS’ Rumors: Former ‘Idol’ Contestant to Be Joining New Season

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Although the “DWTS” cast will officially be announced on Tuesday, sources close to the show told TMZ that Kellie Pickler will be joining the ballroom fun, the first time an “Idol” alum has appeared on “DWTS.”