Joey Graziadei, a 29-year-old former Bachelor lead, and his professional dance partner Jenna Johnson have clinched the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy in Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars. Their victory marks another win for Bachelor Nation, continuing a streak of reality stars triumphing in the popular ABC competition.
Joey Graziadei Danced A Cha-Cha and a Freestyle to Remember
The finale saw Graziadei and Johnson competing against a lineup of fierce contenders, including Olympians and a Super Bowl champion. They wowed the judges and audience with two standout performances: a redemption cha-cha to Justin Timberlake’s “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” and a freestyle to “Canned Heat” by District 78 featuring Jake Simpson. The freestyle paid homage to Graziadei’s pre-Bachelor career as a tennis instructor, incorporating glow-in-the-dark tennis rackets into a high-energy routine.
The cha-cha earned a perfect score from the judges, with Bruno Tonioli calling it “polished to perfection” and Derek Hough praising it as the perfect ending to Graziadei’s journey. Their freestyle scored 29 out of 30, solidifying their lead heading into the final results.
A Night of Fierce Competition
Graziadei and Johnson faced tough competition. Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola and Witney Carson finished fifth, followed by gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold in fourth. Actress Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong claimed third, with rugby Olympian Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten as runners-up.
The finale showcased not only the finalists’ redemption and freestyle performances but also vibrant group routines set to hits by Madonna and Troye Sivan.
For Joey Graziadei, the victory is part of a growing legacy for Bachelor Nation alumni on the show, following in the footsteps of Hannah Brown (2019) and Kaitlyn Bristowe (2020). His win reflects the hard work and chemistry he built with Johnson, captivating fans and judges alike.
