Jordan Chiles has shared her excitement about achieving a perfect score on “Dancing with the Stars” alongside her partner Ezra Sosa, following their impressive performances during the show’s semifinals on November 18. The duo showcased a lively Jive to “Raspberry Beret” and an elegant Argentine Tango to “U Got the Look,” captivating both the judges and the audience. Their efforts culminated in a flawless score of 30 out of 30.
“That’s my first perfect score in anything,” the 24-year-old gymnast stated enthusiastically during a joint interview with Sosa, 25. “I’m so happy it was on ‘Dancing with the Stars.’ Now I actually feel more confident in myself of getting a perfect score in my sport, which is pretty crazy to say.”
Chiles, who has an impressive athletic background with two Olympic medals—a silver in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and a gold in the 2024 Paris Olympics—expressed her intention to incorporate some ballroom techniques into her gymnastics routines moving forward. “Me and my choreographer, BJ at UCLA, have definitely talked about putting in some ballroom movement into my floor routine,” she revealed. She hinted that fans can expect an exciting new floor routine, promising, “You guys are going to enjoy it.”
Reflecting on their time together on the show, Chiles praised Sosa for his support and highlighted the progress they have made since week one. “I do have to say it was a very remarkable experience,” she noted after they secured a place in the finals set for November 25. “He is such an amazing partner. Words can’t describe the journey that we’ve been on, and so I just have to say, thanks for always being there by my side—literally through the ups, through the downs, through everything that we’ve gone through. And now, my guy, you made it to the finale and we got a perfect score.”
Sosa, still reeling from the announcement of their success, shared his astonishment, recounting, “I fell to the floor and I’m still processing exactly what just happened. But in all, I’m just so excited and it’s like a dream come true of mine. I’ve never believed in a million years I’d be here, but here we are.”
The partnership between Chiles and Sosa not only highlights their individual talents but also showcases the power of teamwork, resilience, and joy in the face of challenges, making their journey in the competition all the more inspiring. Fans eagerly await to see how their experiences translate into future performances both on the dance floor and in gymnastics.