Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy, the champions of Season 32 of “Dancing With the Stars,” are gearing up for an exciting reunion performance in the Season 33 finale, set to air on Tuesday, November 26. This will mark their first time dancing together since taking home the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy last December.
In a sneak peek shared by Us Weekly, Gomez, now 18, reflected on her life post-DWTS, mentioning milestones like her high school graduation and entering adulthood. She humorously noted that although she has a car, she still doesn’t know how to drive.
Gomez expressed her emotional connection to the upcoming performance, stating, “It kind of symbolizes the ending of my season.” She has fond memories of her time on the show and the support of her fellow cast members. The rehearsals appear to flow effortlessly, as Gomez shared her joy in reuniting with Chmerkovskiy, describing it as “coming back home.”
Chmerkovskiy reciprocated the affection, highlighting the vibrant energy of their partnership, and posed a thought-provoking question about passing the torch to the next champion. Gomez recalled the moment she received the trophy from Season 31 winner Charli D’Amelio, revealing her excitement about being that significant figure this year.
This season’s finale has five couples in contention for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy: Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson, Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong, Danny Amendola and Witney Carson, Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten, and Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold. Graziadei and Johnson, performing superbly throughout the season, have emerged as strong contenders.
Jenna Johnson emphasized the importance of making the finale a memorable experience, focusing on joy amidst the competitive atmosphere. She and Chmerkovskiy, who have been happily married since 2019, continue to support each other’s journeys in the dance world.
The highly anticipated three-hour finale will air on ABC and Disney+ at 8 p.m. ET, allowing fans to witness the culmination of a season filled with passion and talent.
This season’s conclusion brings a sense of celebration and reflection for past champions while paving the way for new memories and achievements in the dance competition. It’s a reminder of the community that “Dancing With the Stars” fosters through its dance families, bringing together people from different walks of life to share their passions on stage.