DWTS Pros' Dream Dance Partners: Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston
In an interview with MY fm Friday, the duo -- who also perform together in a group called the Ballas Hough Band -- were asked their about their dream celebrity partners. "I've always wanted Jennifer Aniston," Ballas told DJ Kari Steele. Who has hotter magazine covers: Jen or Angie? (Ballas is such a huge fan, he was even psyched when she got back together with John Mayer.) As for Hough? "It's not a joke...it's, like, Angelina Jolie," he said. "Hey, I don't know. It would be kind of weird."

3rd celebrity gone from ‘Dancing with the Stars’
The reality TV star and her professional partner, Mark Ballas, were eliminated Tuesday from ABC’s popular dancing competition. The pair received a score of 17 out of 30 from the show’s judges following a lackluster rumba routine. E!’s “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” star was booted after her score _ the third lowest _ was combined with viewer votes. “Today, five years ago, my father passed away, and I just know he’s really happy and watching over me, and I made hi

Dancing With the Stars 7: As Cold as Siberia…?
OK, I’m guilty of saying negative things about Kim Kardashian’s level of passion in her dance moves, but I wasn’t the one that did the most dissing this week! The judges were downright mean to her. The worst was Bruno Tonioli. He told her that her dancing was: …as cold and as distant as Siberia. Now THAT’S harsh! I am not surprised that she went home this week, I was surprised that Ted McGinley went home before her. But that’s no reason to be cruel. She was trying to

Mark Ballas & Derek Hough’s Band Signs with Hollywood Records
Mark Ballas and Derek Hough aren’t just Dancing with the Stars anymore… now they will be singing with them, too. Hollywood Records has announced it’s signed the Dancing with the Stars professionals’ band to a recording deal and will release the group’s debut album early next year. Ballas, Hough and the rest of their five-piece band are currently in the studio with producers John Fields, Eric Valentine and Adam & Andy — putting the finishing touches on th

Dancing With the Stars 7: The Most Fun Dances This Week
This week’s performances were almost all very, very good for the second week. The judges highly favored both Brooke Burke & Warren Sapp, but I have to admit that one of my favorites was not the same. Yes, I thought Warren Sapp was fantastic and the routine that he and Kym Johnson did with a “Matrix-esque” feel, was so much fun, But Brooke Burke’s dance just didn’t WOW me this week. (I’m not a huge fan of the paso doble…it’s just not my favorite.) Here&

Kim Kardashian Voted Off Dancing With the Stars
Association Press reports that the TV star and her dance partner, Mark Ballas, were eliminated after receiving a low score of 17 out of 30 from the panel of judges. She lost out after that score was combined with the viewers' votes. It had been widely expected that the next to go would be the oldest contestant in the competition, actress Cloris Leachman who scored just 15 points but the public chose to save her. After her elimination she said "Today, five years ago, my father passed away, and I just k

Ballas Hough Band Prep For Galen Center Performance
Footage of the Ballas Hough Band heading to the Galen Center to play the McDonald's Family Tribute On Ice has been posted at Hollywood Records' YouTube channel. The group, formerly known as Almost Amy, made a stop at Starbucks on the way, before they're seen at a soundcheck, while the members do separate interviews mixed in. The group features 'Dancing with the Stars' pros Mark Ballas and Derek Hough.

Dancing With the Stars Celebs Talk Wii
Here’s an interesting clip with a bunch of Dancing with the Stars celebs talking about the Wii Game System. It’s Derek Hough, Julianne Hough, Jennie Garth, Mario Lopez & Cody Linley…who knew they were also involved with gaming? ;-) [video source] Tags: Cody Linley, Dancing with the Stars, Derek Hough, EXTRA, Family Awards, Family Entertainment Awards, Jennie Garth, Julianne Hough, Mario López, Wii"); } //OBEND:do_NOT_remove_this_comment //--> Share This Rela

SAMANTHA WHO? “So I Think I Can Dance” (Season 2 Episode 1)
Episode Synopsis: “So I Think I Can Dance” - Samantha teams up with her mother for a dance competition in order to beat Regina’s nemesis, Paula Drake (Cybill Shepherd). The only problem is that “old” Sam could dance, whereas “new” Sam is gliding on two left feet. Meanwhile, Samantha wants to start enjoying her new, independent life alone in her apartment, but Todd is having trouble finding an apartment of his own. “Dancing with the Stars’” Mark Ballas guest stars as Paula�

Kim: ‘I’d Totally Go Back’ to Dancing If Asked
With Misty May-Treanor injured, Dancing with the Stars is prematurely down one competitor. So could recently ousted Kim Kardashian be on her way back to the ballroom? “I would totally go back if they asked me,” the reality star said during an interview Tuesday on Ryan Seacrest’s KIIS-FM radio show. “I’m not a performer and I would have loved that chance to at least have one breakthrough dance where the judges gave me a positive score and some positive feedback.” Kardash

Samantha Who?: 2.01 ‘So I Think I Can Dance’ Recap
Goody for Sam! During the season premiere of Samantha Who?, our girl is on a high because she’s leaving her parent’s nest for the second time and returning to her own apartment. The only problem, as she quickly learns when she’s blissfully dancing around almost naked, is that she’s not alone because Todd is still there. His last client, a bride, stiffed him on a wedding shoot because she didn’t like his work. So, it’s up to eager lawyer Andrea to, as she puts it, make

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Tour Dates & Locations Announced
The 37-city North American tour will kick-off December 17 at San Diego’s Sports Arena and will conclude on February 8 at Philadelphia’s Wachovia Center, with tickets for various shows going on sale between November 10 and November 15. Dancing with the Stars seventh-season celebrities Lance Bass, Toni Braxton and Maurice Greene and sixth-season celebrity Marlee Matlin are all slated to participate in the tour.  They’ll be joined by Dancing with the Stars professionals Maksim Chmerkovskiy,

Derek Hough Reveals Julianne’s ‘Dancing’ Plans
ET teamed up with KIIS-FM’s Jingle Ball to party with the biggest celebrities in music entertainment — including Derek Hough, who opens up about why his sister Julianne Hough may possibly be leaving "Dancing with the Stars." "I don’t think anyone is done dancing … it’s always a part of us," Derek tells ET’s Kevin Frazier [...]

Cybill Shepherd Is Ready To Rumba With The Stars of ‘Samantha Who?’
It’s a dance-off! ET’s on the set of the Emmy award-winning "Samantha Who?" with Cybill Shepherd and "Dancing with the Stars" professional Mark Ballas, as they get ready to rumba for the second season premiere of the ABC show! The show’s stars Christina Applegate and Jean Smart also don their dancing shoes for the fun lovin’ episode. Cybill’s on-set dancing at "Samantha Who" has her thinking about another hit show — all about dancing! "

‘Samantha Who?’ Returns October 13
Christina Applegate has had a hectic summer, no doubt, which is why it’s impressive that her hit ABC sitcom Samantha Who? returns for the fall season tomorrow at 9:30pm EST. The first episode up is the sophomore season opener “So I Think I Can Dance,” which, as the title clearly hints, is a spin on all of those ridiculously popular dance shows that keep popping up like rabid bunnies. During the premiere, Samantha and her mother Regina, played by recent Best Comedy Supporting Actress Emmy

“Chicken Salad with Aniston for Thanksgiving” morning links
- Everyone wants Jennifer Aniston to come to Thanksgiving dinner [Hollyscoop] - “Soprano’s” star murder trial begins [Popeater] - Stars’ favorite holiday presents [Moviefone] - Woman is suing JCPenney’s hair salon for refusing to color her hair because she’s black [Black Voices] - Is Bill Clinton going to take Hillary’s place in the senate if she gets offered a cabinet position? [Radar Online] - Are Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruz fighting? [Celebedge] - Russe

Misty May-Treanor off ‘DWTS’ due to Injury
She may be a Volley Ball champ but Misty May-Treanor has been forced to leave Dancing with the Stars competition because of an Achilles tendon injury. The injury occurred on Friday. Misty is not the only contestant that has suffered injury on the hit show. Derek Hough had a neck injury last season and Christian De La Fuente suffered and arm injury. Rumors are swirling that Kim Kardashian may be back to replace Misty. Kardashian told Ryan Seacrest that if they ask her she would do it. Popularity: unranked

Kim Kardashian In Tears After ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Loss
After being the third eliminated from Dancing with the Stars Tuesday night, Kim Kardashian was inconsolable. Kim and her partner, Mark Ballas, concluded the show with a playful rendition of one of their earlier dancers but once the cameras were off Kardashian rushed to her family and immediately broke down into tears. Ballas said after the show, [...]

Kim Kardashian on DWTS: "If They Ask Me Back, I'm There!"
"I would totally go back, if they ask me," she said Tuesday on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS-FM radio show. "I ... would like that chance to have one break-through dance." See unbelievable then-and-now photos of the Dancing With the Star cast! Kardashian - whose elimination shocked fans last week -- said she recently e-mailed May-Treanor, who officially dropped out on Monday to treat a ruptured Achilles tendon. "She's doing OK. Her spirits are really good, but you know, I wouldn't wish that upon anyone," Kardashi

“Dancing With The Stars Tour” 2008/2009 Schedule
Dancing with the Stars-The Tour 2008/2009 kicks off at the San Diego Sports Arena on December 17. The fourth annual dancing tour will show of its fancy footwork in 37 cities before coming to a close in February. This year’s DWTS Tour will feature performances by; Lance Bass, Toni Braxton, Maurice Green, Marlee Matlin, Maksim Chmerkovskiy, Mark Ballas, Derek Hough, Kym Johnson, Lacey Schwimmer, Edyta Sliwinska, Karina Smirnoff and Fabian Sanchez. Fans interested may visit for information on how to p

Dancing With The Stars - Top 4 - Results - VIDEO
Eliminated tonight: Cody and JulianneNo surprised tonight, as Cody and Julianne “get their marching orders” as Len predicted Monday night. Tonight’s results show was packed with performances. The best was John Legend doing his neo-soul thang performing his new single, “Green Light”, as dancing girls shimmied around him. Aretha Franklin has seen better days, but hey, she’s the Queen of Soul! I’m not going to bitch. Julieanne Hough should stick to dancing. I̵

Kim Kardashian Parties Her Sorrows Away with Family After ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Elimination
After Dancing with the Stars said bye-bye to Kim Kardashian’s bodacious booty, she hit Crown Bar in L.A. with family and friends. Not only was yesterday the day she was eliminated from the show, but it was the anniversary of her dad’s death. Wow… Rough day. Here’s what her partner, Mark Ballas, and step-dad, Bruce Jenner, had to say about Kim’s run (yes, she is Brody Jenner’s step-sister). According to Kim’s DWTS dance partner Mark Ballas, she didn’t take the news of

'DWTS': Rocco DiSpirito Spared, Thanks to Misty May-Treanor!
Rocco DiSpirito and his pro partner Karina Smirnoff would have been ousted from "Dancing with the Stars" this week if Misty May-Treanor hadn't bowed out due to injury, said the judges on Tuesday night's elimination-free results show. “You’ve got to raise the game, come back to impress,” Bruno Tonioli urged the near-evictees, while Len Goodman assured the masses that Misty and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy would not have been going home, had she been healthy: &l

3rd celebrity gone from ‘Dancing With the Stars’
The reality TV star and her professional partner, Mark Ballas, were eliminated Tuesday from ABC’s popular dancing competition. The pair received a score of 17 out of 30 from the show’s judges following a lackluster rumba routine. E!’s "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star was booted after her score — the third lowest — was combined with viewer votes. "Today, five years ago, my father passed away, and I just know he’s really happy and watching over me, and I made him pro

'Dancing' stars no Sapps as Brooke, Derek waltz to victory
The nail-biting is over - the coveted "Dancing with the Stars" mirror ball trophy went to TV personality Brooke Burke and partner Derek Hough last night. The couple was crowned champs of ABC's ballroom dancing show after an elegant and just about perfect Viennese waltz got them a perfect 30 score from the show's judges. Viewers voting via phones also gave the gold to Brooke and Derek. Even their reaction was in synch. "Unbelievable!" they both gushed. Crowd favorites Warren Sapp and Kym Johnson hustled into