PEOPLE<\/a> to clear up the controversy and admitted the score was a mistake. \u201cI gave them a nine, which was an accident,\u201d he told the outlet. \u201cI really wanted to give them a 10, but they wouldn\u2019t let me change it.\u201d<\/p>\nHe added, “I went, ‘No. No, that was an accident. I don’t want to give them a nine. I want to give them a 10.’ But they was like, ‘Flavor, it’s already locked in. You can’t change it.’ I’m like, ‘Oh man.'”<\/p>\n
Despite the clarification, social media was already flooded with reactions, theories, and memes. Some fans accused him of intentionally holding back a perfect score so Whitney Leavitt’s routine could make history later in the season, writing, \u201cStarting a conspiracy, Flav gave her a 9 so Whitney can get the first perfect score of the season. #rigged.\u201d<\/p>\n
Viewers Lose It Over Flavor Flav\u2019s \u2018DWTS\u2019 Scores<\/h2>\n
The comments kept pouring in, with thousands calling out the \u201cFlavor of Love\u201d star\u2019s uneven judging. \u201cFlava Flav should not be judging!!! This is insane! This dance was deserving of a perfect score!\u201d one viewer ranted, while another summed up the sentiment bluntly, \u201cHe doesn\u2019t even know where he is.\u201d<\/p>\n
Others, however, defended the guest judge\u2019s chaotic charm. \u201cIt\u2019s Flavor Flav, what did y\u2019all expect?\u201d one fan quipped.<\/p>\n
Danielle Fishel Sent Home After ‘Dream On’ Routine<\/h2>\n
While Flavor Flav\u2019s scoring drama dominated headlines, the night ended on a bittersweet note as “Boy Meets World” alum Danielle Fishel and her partner Pasha Pashkov were eliminated from the competition.<\/p>\n
The pair delivered a heartfelt Contemporary routine to \u201cDream On\u201d by Aerosmith, earning a total of 34 out of 40 after Carrie Ann Inaba and Flavor Flav awarded 9s, and Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli gave 8s. Fishel, who has been one of the season\u2019s most beloved contestants, reflected on the journey with gratitude.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis experience meant everything,\u201d she said following her exit. \u201cIt\u2019s truly been life-changing, and every single moment, including this one, has been joyous.\u201d<\/p>\n
Tom Bergeron Returns For \u2018DWTS\u2019 20th Anniversary Special<\/h2>\n
Next week promises to be one for the history books. Five years after his emotional exit, beloved original host Tom Bergeron is making his grand return to “Dancing With the Stars,” this time, at the judges\u2019 table.<\/p>\n
Bergeron will serve as a guest judge for the show\u2019s 20th anniversary special, airing Tuesday, November 11. \u201cIt feels really good,\u201d Bergeron shared on Good Morning America. \u201cI\u2019m really looking forward to it.\u201d<\/p>\n
After this week\u2019s chaos with Flavor Flav, viewers say they\u2019re ready for a little nostalgia to bring balance back to the ballroom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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