Anna Delvey Makes Surprising Debut on “Dancing With the Stars” Season 33 with Ankle Monitor
Anna Delvey, the convicted con artist known for her role in inspiring Netflix’s “Inventing Anna,” is making headlines again, but this time in a very different setting. She’s now a contestant on “Dancing With the Stars” Season 33, sparking surprise and curiosity, especially since she performed her first dance wearing an ankle monitor.
Who Is Anna Delvey?
Anna Delvey, whose real name is Anna Sorokin, was convicted in 2019 of grand larceny after she scammed banks, hotels, and wealthy friends by pretending to be a rich German heiress. Her story became famous, and Netflix turned it into the series “Inventing Anna,” produced by Shonda Rhimes.
After serving time in prison, Delvey is currently under house arrest. As part of her legal restrictions, she must wear an ankle monitor, which she didn’t try to hide during her ballroom debut on “Dancing With the Stars.”
Delve y’s Cha-Cha Dance with Pro Dancer Ezra Sousa
For her debut performance, Delvey teamed up with professional dancer Ezra Sousa. She was introduced as a “New York fashionista and entrepreneur,” but her movements were stiff and she seemed to struggle, possibly due to the discomfort caused by her ankle monitor. The studio audience remained quiet during her dance, a sharp contrast to the excitement shown for other contestants like Olympic athlete Stephen “Pommel Horse Guy” Nedoroscik and rugby player Ilona Maher.
Judges’ Reaction to Delvey’s Performance
The judges’ responses to Delvey’s performance were a bit muted. Derek Hough, a former professional dancer and now a judge on the show, seemed unsure of what to say. After a pause, he admitted he was “kind of surprised” by her performance but didn’t offer much critique.
Bruno Tonioli, known for his lively comments, added a quick remark about Delvey’s ability to reinvent herself, referencing her past. He said, “Reinventing Anna yet again,” but his feedback remained general.
Judge Carrie Ann Inaba chose to address the quiet audience, asking them to be fair to Delvey and give her a chance. “This is about your dancing here,” Inaba said, encouraging viewers to judge Delvey based on her dancing and not her criminal history.
Scoring: Delvey Receives a Total of 18 Points
After hearing from the judges, Delvey received straight 6s, giving her a total score of 18 points. This score placed her and her partner, Ezra Sousa, in the middle of the group, neither at the top nor the bottom.
While Delvey didn’t receive the lowest score, her debut sparked reactions online. The phrase “Anna Delvey’s Lackluster DWTS Debut” trended on X (formerly Twitter), with many users sharing their thoughts about her appearance on the show.
The Ankle Monitor: A Reminder of Delvey’s Past
A key part of Delvey’s appearance was her ankle monitor, a constant reminder of her ongoing legal situation. In a pre-dance interview, Delvey explained why she was wearing it, saying, “I overstayed my visa because I was in jail.”
No Eliminations on Night One
The first night of “Dancing With the Stars” did not include any eliminations, as is tradition. The scores from this week and next week will be combined, and the first elimination will take place on September 25th.
Although Delvey survived the first night, there are still questions about how long she will last in the competition. With a modest score and mixed reactions, she will need to show improvement in week two to stay in the running and gain more support from both the judges and the audience.
Delve’s Flat Post-Dance Interview
After her dance, Delvey didn’t help her case much during her post-dance interview with co-host Julianne Hough. When asked why she decided to participate in the show, Delvey replied simply, “Just why not?”
Her lack of enthusiasm didn’t end there. When Hough asked how Delvey felt after finishing her dance, Delvey responded, “I feel happy I don’t have to do this again.” To this, Hough playfully replied, “Well, maybe you’ll have to do one again next week.”
What’s Next for Anna Delvey on “Dancing With the Stars”?
While Delvey’s first performance may not have wowed the judges or audience, her presence on the show is sure to keep people talking. As she continues to compete, the big question is whether she can truly reinvent herself as a ballroom dancer or if her past will continue to dominate her time in the spotlight.
For now, viewers are eager to see how Delvey performs in week two. Can she improve her dance skills and win over the judges and audience, or will her controversial past continue to overshadow her new journey on “Dancing With the Stars”?
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