But seriously, have you stopped crying yet?
What am I supposed to do if Im not being moved by dance on a weekly basis?
Live a real life?
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hey dont make me.
As much as we may give a shot to fight it, the finals are here.
Though the lack of Wanya Morris was surely felt, our season 22 finalists came to win.
Things were brought, if you know what I mean.
First up, a redemption round.
The second round of the evening is the infamous freestyle dance.
Remind me, why does this season have to end?
Shes in serious pain, but knows she needs to pull through and get her rehearsal time in.
This time around, the pair is telling the story of their season.
Theyll be incorporating elements from some of their best dances this season.
They sat on that bench!
They stood on that fountain!
They incorporate some dance moves as well.
The lifts, as Len points out, are so effortless and organic.
They also are quick to call out Val on his clever strategy and ability to play to Gingers strengths.
Thats how you win mirror balls, you guys!
For their redemption dance, they are tackling the quickstep.
You remembertheir last one, right?
Hectic, messy, Nyle was covering his beautiful face with a green mask.
I dont care what the theme is, you never cover up a face like that.
Their second run at this style is country-themed and packed with much more content then the first.
Serious question: Whats up with all the country-western routines this season?
Not that Im ever against cowboys dancing, but there should be a one-per-season allowance.
But a country-western quickstep it is.
So, salsa it is!
Mark is even keeping in the move that caused his injury.
He really takes this redemption thing seriously.
And thank goodness for that this dance was top-notch.
Fast, fun, and there was even a costume change in the middle of it.
What more do you want?
How about some dizzying armography?
Good, because you got that, too.
Len says something ridiculous about there not being enough hip action, but Carrie Ann and Bruno overrule him.
This show has peaked.
Her name is Ginger, too!
Actually, its an adorable take on this round usually known for insane lifts and big theatrics.
Fred and Ginger deserve an homage, ya heard?
Plus, theres Val in a full suit.
Was this a gift to me, personally?
Well never know for sure, but probably yes.
They need to step it up to make it have any shot to win this thing.
The routine is cute but, it was lacking just a little something.
Imagine if they had actually tapped!
The judges love it though.
Looks like those back spasms had nothing on Ginger Zee.
Judges Score:30/30
Freestyle|The Sound of Silence by Disturbed
Oh Nyle and Peta, what hath thou wrought?
Youve opened some floodgates that I fear can never be closed.
Forget Jean-Claude Van Damme; this is whereDWTSpeaks.
They wont go away!
Enough sincerity, can someone find me a blazer, no shirt ensemble to ogle at?
Its hard to follow Nyles mind-blowing dance, but Paige tries her hardest.
Seriously, can he help me escape something, anything?
This point is only proved further when after their routine, the guy just about breaks down in tears.
Hes so proud of Paige.
Hes so sincerely moved, its waterworks city all over again.
Even Bruno is a mess!
And Bruno once again praises the couples creativity.
You guys, seriously: How are we supposed to pick one winner after tonight?
Is everyone done weeping now?
We still have a mirror ball trophy to give away!
If this thing doesnt end in a Nyle vs. Paige showdown, we have failed as a nation.
And maybe Mischa Barton.
