Chandler Kinney Frustrated by Halloween Scores

Dancing with the Stars Season 33's Halloween-themed episode on October 31 featured Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong topping the leaderboard with a Viennese waltz, yet faced controversy as judge Carrie Ann Inaba awarded them a 9 while other judges gave 10s. Kinney expressed frustration with the judges' expectations and scoring, believing her performance was deserving of higher marks. The episode also included the first perfect scores of the season, with Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach earning a 10 for their contemporary piece. Despite their strong performance, Jenn Tran and her partner were eliminated, reducing the competition to six couples. Fans criticized Inaba's scoring, claiming it reflected a bias against female contestants, as she had awarded higher marks to male performers. The episode's spooky theme and intense performances kept audiences engaged, blending the excitement of both Halloween and the ongoing World Series.