Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro Ep 7 Recap

Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro Ep 7 Recap

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RHAP dives into Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, Season 35, as hosts Matt and Sasha Joseph break down the penultimate episode. Sporting hoodies and ski goggles in the spirit of the show’s signature preseason anonymity, they dig into the week’s dramatic elimination, shifting alliances, and speculation about which pros will make it onto next season’s main roster. Guest judge Kim Johnson brings extra insight and nostalgia, while surprise appearances from Dancing with the Stars veterans stir up new energy in the ballroom.

The discussion centers on the multi-round structure, where contestants first pair with returning DWTS pros like Whitney Carson, Gleb Savchenko, Jan, and Riley Arnold, followed by a fiercely competitive round of paired routines. Each duo’s dynamic is unpacked—from Alan’s challenge to bring out Whitney’s sparkle without receiving feedback, to Salina’s chemistry with Jan and bold choreography choices. The importance of “wow moments” is debated, with judges demanding stand-out performances, while the hosts question if this focus truly fits the skills being tested.

Highlights from this episode include:

• Alan and Whitney’s jive performance struggles with chemistry and the tension of a hands-off rehearsal process
• Salina impresses alongside Jan, blending commercial dance with salsa and earning high praise for creativity and energy
• Adele and Gleb’s partnership stands out for technical prowess and seamless connection, drawing comparisons to top series pros
• AJ’s intensity with Riley in rehearsals sparks talk on whether drive outweighs approachability in a potential new pro
• Rumor mill churns about next season’s casting, possible judge panel changes, and the return of fan favorite Sharna Burgess

With the DWTS: Next Pro finale and Season 35 just ahead, will technical mastery or show-stopping flair carry the day? How will shifting dynamics and rumored cast shakeups shape the upcoming season? Dive into the episode for a detailed strategy discussion, candid opinions, and all the latest ballroom buzz.

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Chapters:
0:00 Masked Entrances and Preseason Rituals
6:31 Pros Return, Challenge Format Revealed
9:00 Alan and Whitney’s Choreography Struggles
12:26 Judges Critique Alan’s Partnership
14:47 Wow Moments Debate Intensifies
16:41 Selena and Yan’s Viral Salsa
18:42 Adele and Gleb’s Ballroom Chemistry
21:24 Riley and AJ Clash Over Intensity
26:10 Selena Outshines Alan in Quickstep
34:41 Adele and AJ Deliver Top Foxtrot
37:36 Alan’s Emotional Elimination Announced
41:28 Finale Predictions and Partnerships
44:45 Season 35 Casting Rumors Detailed
50:11 Same-Sex Pairing Returns
54:22 Holiday Special and Finale Preview

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