Danica McKellar Reflects on Dancing With the Stars

Danica McKellar, who competed on season 18 of Dancing With the Stars, shared her challenging experience on the show during a recent podcast interview. Despite being paired with Val Chmerkovskiy, whom she did not initially request, McKellar acknowledged the significant learning curve and pressure, stating, 'It’s much harder than they show in the packages.' She compared the competition to being submerged in chocolate, illustrating the overwhelming stress and intensity of performing live in front of millions. McKellar appreciated Chmerkovskiy as a tough but effective teacher, noting that he contributed to her improvement as a dancer. However, she admitted that the intensity took a toll, even leading to her breaking a rib during rehearsals. Her reflections resonate with other contestants like Zendaya, who also highlighted the stress of the competition.