Ralph Macchio & Karina Smirnoff - Paso Doble

[TheAQHAgal]

It's kind funny - Maks & Karina both fell in the same season...

[el7jake]

Ralph may not have been the best dancer and this may not have been among the best music for a paso, but they really sold it!

[MoreCarlie94]

Mumble- I'm not 50

[pishigirl1212]

Dally would have been proud

[441rachelmarie]

they had a really cute partnership

[jussara2851]

RALPH IS VERY HOT AND SEXY LOL♥

[IvyKeystone]

Love the outfits, dancing, EVERYTHING!!

Shucks, if I was a judge, Ralph would've won.

Every. Single. Time.

:I

[chucknorris136]

She didn't slip on his coat she hit her heel in ralphs foot check 6:23

[victoriat84]

Hanson and Ralph in the same room! What I would have given to be there too!

[snowlepard1234]

My lord Ralph is such a sweetheart! and lol when Ka said "There is no other 50 year old man who can do that." and a sad face came over Ralph and he was like "I'm not 50 -.- " xDDDD

[nicknsharonfan]

It's too bad we never got to see R&K's paso without the fall. It would have been fantastic.

[meggermelon]

the judges should score on how HE danced, not how karina fell :(

[KaylaMottchio]

Ralph should have one. -_-

[freckledklutz]

This was fabulous - loved this dance not to mention karina is gorgeous and I love the way she dances! They match each other so well Ilike that ralph is so classy no drama just dance and commitment!

[123Rockchild]

I can't get over how Ralph had such poise and control of mind to just pick up Karina without losing a beat and continue on with the dance. That in itself deserved a 10!

[PEYTONSxMOMMY]

to me it doesn't look like she fell over his coat, it looks like she fell over his foot.

[WormieHerMajesty]

I feel so slow for only just now realizing that they didn't just do the "wax on" move. They also used "paint the fence" xD

They should have totally gotten the encore on the results show because it was such a good dance and they deserved to show it without the fall. I was pissed that was all the judges talked about because I was watching Ralph and I didn't even realize Karina fell (yes, that is how focused I was on Ralph lol). They needed to forget about the fall and talk about the DANCE.

[DallasSanDiego]

Am i the only one that thinks that Ralph had to do dances to weird song?. He had to Samba to Sweet Home Alabama and then Paso Doble with Everybody DanceNow

[PDZZL]

@DallasSanDiego He chose Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now), this was guilty pleasures week and they got to pick the song they danced to lol

[allprog]

3:46 cmon lets SWEAT! lol

[allprog]

who picks this horrible music

[Basketball1011995]

@allprog The producers pick the music. This was Guilty Pleasures week so it was kind of supposed to be "terrible music" per se.

[allprog]

@Basketball1011995 thanks for the reply,, it may have been guilty pleasure week but it seems like they pick bad songs alot. and some of the singing on those songs are even worse....

[Basketball1011995]

@allprog Definitely. I find that I often feel like muting my TV while watching because I can't stand to hear those singers butcher some normally really great songs. I don't think viewers would complain too much if they started using a normal, original recording for the performance music and fired those singers.

[softsable79]

@Basketball1011995 Those singers are a hit or a miss!

[Personaforever]

He always succeeds in looking younger than he is.-.- Ralph Macchio totally hot!

[MEgO2E]

i did notice that they need too inprove there arm synchronicity. its a little off. but they're always like right on the fricken beat of the music.

[lovedbsksuju]

I dnt think it was ralph's coat,it was he's left foot/shoe...

[HiMyNameIsChels]

....May I just point out, Ralph doesn't have to find a way to be sexy, he simply IS sexy. All the time.

[MEgO2E]

awww he such a sweetie! he kept asking karina if she was ok. he picked her back up and just helped her regroup herself. karina must feel soo bad.

i hope they win. there my favorites

[toysoldierivana]

karinas face at 1:45 made me rofl! to be completely honest, this was my favorite dance they did. loveeee <3

[josue77722]

Karina is far and above my favorite pro on this show. The noticeable "lightbulb" that went off in her head when she decided to incorporate the karate kid moves, the way she said "It fits you," and her overall attitude of being a "cold-blooded bitch" (for those of you who remember her time with Aaron Carter lol) but still have a softer side like we saw in this clip. I felt bad that the producers had to cut her off due to time when she was trying to thank Ralph at the end...

[cindymxli]

Wow! What a performance!! I like the way he supported her, he´s a real gentleman.

[Lichan11]

Ralph is simply amazing. His first concern was for Karina. What a total class act! I don't think there is a more entertaining couple this season. They look like they've been dancing together for years. I really hope that they win the whole thing. I don't think anyone deserves it more! ^_^

[9ssyed]

Wow what a great recovery, best all season Kristie should pay attention.

[123dirtydiana]

2:59 3:15 3:29 3:43 3:47 and Kinda' 4:00 are really Sexy parts(;

[hanabana37]

Seriously... doesn't he age? wtf?

[jeffdon4]

he tripped her by accident BUT he didnt seem to miss a beat and just kept going as he pulled her up. He didnt break character.

[joe88john]

Its a shame he tripped her by accident, this was really good choregography and I enjoyed the dance tremendously

[heaven4590]

i love when you hear him ask if she is ok right after the judges start talking. Ralph Macchio is just amazing! so caring and considerate! and he did very well in this!

[norika21]

oh my gosh!! ralph looks like a hot prince!!! i love him!! ^^

[lilrollz]

KARATE KID STILL GOT IT!!!!!!

GOOO RALPH!!!!!

[spryngdays]

Ralph, Chelsea and Romeo in the finals.  Sometimes I think Hines is overscored, esp. with that boring,lackluster Rumba.

[gevoks]

@spryngdays I totally agree with you.

[beautifulhusband]

Fierce!!!! Awesome!!!! LOVED IT!!!

[riochoa]

LMFAO Karina is all sweet, and then she says a badword! "It fits you....FUCK YEAH!"

[elizrogge]

I think Ralph showed his sexiness when he picked her up. He took charge and took care of Karina. Really showed his good character. His performance was always tops, even if the judges underscored him. His turns are awesome, his lines. I love watching him dance over and over again. I think he should be the next dancing champion.

[Horselover215]

@elizrogge Ditto to all your comments!

[spryngdays]

Karina has seemed to soften. In the older episodes, she was not very nice to her partners. She was a little bit like Maks (a little bit), but she seems to have become a lot more nicer to her partners.

[83survivor]

Ralph looked like an old school video game fighter character from NEO GEO in that outfit...I wonder if that was intentional or not. Not that it was a bad thing.

[softsable79]

@83survivor It was intentional. They said in one of their post show interviews they were going for a matrix look.

[MonkeyLake08]

A 10! Definitely.

[MonkeyLake08]

A 10! Definitely.

[Joyce51]

Damn what a fierce Paso!

[ReneeDeborah]

For me , this was absolutely the best dance of the night, maybe of the season.I would have given them all 9s. This dance was fantastic, fall and all! I am now a new fan of this couple. Want to see them in the final and I want to see them get a chance to do this dance again (minus the fall, of course!)

[bonitchka]

I must say, although Ralph did a nice job, this song will always be owned by the Air Force cadet of "Dance White Boy Dance". 

BTW, fabulous dramatic ending, on a par with Maks and Tia's tango.

[mbarbaroja]

For me, it could have been THE BEST DANCE OF THE NIGHT.. If it wasn't for the incident.. Nevertheless, I can't stop watching this dance.. I'm getting addicted to it.. I think the choreography was AMAZING, and the band did a REALLY good job!

I LOVED IT!

[Jill3386]

@mbarbaroja I know what you mean, "addicted to it" so wonderful to watch this amazing dance partnership grow stronger every week. They are a pleasure to watch.. Ralph and Karina for the win !!

[mieleD]

@SexyGirl79 said it perfectly:"'Ralph muses 'I'll find another way to be sexy...' and he got his chance when he gallantly took care of his partner during the performance..." I'll always think of that particular moment from now on whenever I hear his name--quite a defining moment.

[mieleD]

Ralph Macchio was amazing in this dance. It takes perseverance, guts, to keep going, and he has 'em. The dance itself was creative, well performed, and entertaining.

[MelugoAlyan]

I love him and Karina is a sweetheart! Wish I was in the States to vote for them.

[manifester1000]

I love a good comeback and this is what happened. I think these two showed grit and determenation . I would have given them a 10 on that alone. Keep up the good work , together the two of you can win this . keep shinning Ralph and Karina !!!!!

[msschuester]

@ 4:00 his face is so cute!<3 he is such a gentel man! this dance just shows how lucky his wife is to have him for a husband! he is so adorable <3

[SexyGirl79]

I don't know about anybody else, but I think the judges are underscoring him. The waltz he did the week before should have earned him 10s across the board. But that was a great recovery, that they both kept it going. I think they are going to go far in the competition. :)

[superlegals]

@SexyGirl79 You're not alone. I've mentioned this a thousand times.

[softsable79]

@SexyGirl79 I agree! They have been underscored all season while Hines Ward has been over scored throughout the season!

[MsMystic12]

@softsable79 dude thats exactly what i think carrie ann the judge always praises hines like hes a god and shit

[softsable79]

@MsMystic12 What's funny is that last night Carrie Ann compared him to Gene Kelly! She needs to stop looking at his ass and watch his feet.

[allprog]

@MsMystic12 yeah hines is a stiff

[MarionLefty]

How interesting! Ralph muses "I'll find another way to be sexy......" and he got his chance when he gallantly took care of his partner during the performance. He got both of them back on track, kept his composure, and supported her throughout.

To me -- that really is sexy and "virile" as the judges keep asking for. Besides, this was a stunning performance -- I imagine they might have earned some 10s without the misshap with the costume. Spirited and hip choreography that rocked the house.

[LadyScorpio39]

i want ralph and karina to win soooo bad!!!!!

[deedee7763]

AMAZING!

[MeenaLei]

why is there 3 dislikes this was AMAZING...! & I love the karate parts. Karina is my fav. female dancer on this show...!

[Joyce51]

I love these 2 so much,gotta vote alot next wk to keep Ralph & Karina in! No more bottom 2 for them,Love their Paso so much!

[BrightestDiscontent3]

They have the sweetest relationship and comraderie. I love how supportive they both are of each other.

1:40 is such a GREAT moment - you could totally see the lightbulb turn on in Karina's head and I loved how in sync they were. The "It fits you!" from Karina was so sweet.

The fall was unfortunate, but they recovered quite well. The end was terrific!

[LordPata]

My big respects to Ralph Macchio. The way he helped Karina after her fall was perfect, he managed to cover up that incident perfectly, that's why they deserved to be saved, they didn't stopped dancing, they kept the show going and that got them to be still on the competition.

Congratulations to Ralph and Karina, you can do it guys! =D

[Astroknot3]

I think that what makes them so likable is seeing how they recovered from the accident, and how they interacted with each other afterward. Ralph was so supportive of Karina, it was very sweet. She wanted to beat herself up for what happened but he coached her back. I think it shows that Ralph is a strong competitor too.

[Indigospade]

it was a horrible coat, not their fault

I worry that they're staying the same in skill level though. with the other 5 picking up their skills to new levels (except hines who is over praised) Ralph is gonna have to push himself too.

[alexcheeze16]

@Indigospade well if u look closley at the clip where she fell it wasnt the coats fault karina got a little to close to ralph and she tripped in ralphs foot

its no ones fault though they got right back up and powered through and came back stronger :)

[ray14344]

i'm not sure if she stepped on the coat or she stumbled on his foot..i watched it again in slow-motion and she sort of stumbled on his left foot (6:22)..coz it looks like the coat was still swinging on the other side..but anyways, great save! i never really watched any of karina and ralph's dances before, this dance i got to watch till the end and liked it..what a great pro! go karina! go ralph! btw, this reminded me of derek's fall with jennie..flashback!

[trc2rockon]

@ray14344 Actually, I thought it was his elbow that smacked her at first, but if u pause it at about 2:57, the coat whips her over.

[dmcguirre]

wtf ABC??? can't even get the right fit for ralph's costume??? i know you re-use and recylce your outfits but please make sure they're a good fit for the current user. it doesn't cost much to alter clothes!! jeezzzzz, it's big enough to be his blanket!!

[halag]

great routine! brilliant finish and they are both amazing and sweet people. Hope they win

[khuong204]

I LOVED this dance!!! I was so nervous tonight that they might get eliminated because of the fall but they were SAVED! i voted for them and I will continue to! KARINA AND RALPH ALL THE WAY!!!

[robinqm]

Thank you for posting this!!! So happy that Ralph is safe!! You go get em next week!

[UpAndDown73]

I loved watching the process of Karina creating the choreography. You could see the wheels turning in her head as she created the merging of the Paso Doble with the Karate Kid moves. Amazing. I want to see more stuff like this!

Loved this dance. They have a dark, hot, intensity that is amazing. Love this couple!

[Joyce51]

Ralph & Karina are safe!!

[femenina419]

..not Karina's fault, but love Ralph Maccio more for picking her up and assuring her that it's okay, you can tell on the clip she was upset, he helped her through, overall I enjoyed the performance!

[dancinchick933]

i would think the professional wouldnt freak out about that...

[gevoks]

Karina has always an excellent look when she's dancing. She is the best dancer I've ever seen. Ralph is a lucky guy.

[anacarolsc]

The best dance of this season

[63gatewood]

They were the best last night to me

[123dirtydiana]

Sexy;D

[gevoks]

What woman is that? Karina is fantastic! No words to the best dancer in the world. I can only revere her. She deserves my profound respect.

[AlbieVO5]

This dance was a testament to what real teamwork is all about. Ralph was there to pick Karina up quickly, but he lost his composure for a bit. Karina came right back in 3:10 to assure him she was right there with him. They recovered beautifully and ended it with a stunning dip. This will probably go down as my favorite dance of Season 12.

[danimie1]

By far the most exciting dance and the best choreography of this season for me.

I AM OPEN-MOUTHED. GORGEOUS!

[superlegals]

Karina is the best dancer in the world. She was stunning and radiant. I never saw Karina as beautiful as she was in this dance.

This dance was fabulous!

She fell? I didn't notice...

[centreself]

"'it fits you" ~beautiful~

was in a teary kinda voice like she had an epiphany....

[JulesHough]

Poor Karina..I think she was more scared than hurt!

[alexcheeze16]

omg when i saw karina on the floor i feaked out

im not gonna be mad at karina cuz i saw how horrible she felt and ill tell u what they r still my favorite couple and it was still a great paso doble deserved atleast a 27

[riochoa]

Ralph is such a good dancer! Notice how in rehearsal he was able to join Karina at the 3rd count! around 2:02

[JBandKAlover101]

Brooke was a bitch, couldn't you just let Karina finish what she was going to say. I wouldn't think it would be a big deal to let the show run over just a few more seconds. That was rude, they need to fire Brooke.

[celebfan3]

This is the best partnership Karina has ever had. Ralph is the sweetest guy and a class act. They never argue and they really support and respect each other. I hope they make it to the finals and I hope they remain great friends for a long time. 

[softsable79]

@celebfan3 I agree that this is her best partnership. Usually she gets stuck with the duds with 2 left feet. I think the producers thought Ralph was going to stink. Ralph truly respects and cares about her. He doesn't give her drama like some of the celebs give their partners. He doesn't complain when the judges are harsh he just goes back and makes improvements. I'm tired of them being underscored too!

[Horselover215]

@softsable79 Ditto1

[NYChica23]

@softsable79 For sure...the only partners Karina's had that don't have 2 left feet were Mario Lopez, Aaron Carter, and Ralph...the rest of the time, she gets the duds like Billy Ray Cyrus or Rocco DiSpirito ♥♥

[dgkesquire]

@NYChica23 So...what does that say about her most recent partner J. R. Martinez? Is he a dud because he wasn't Mario, Aaron, or Ralph? :P

[NYChica23]

@dgkesquire Thanks for reminding me about JR...he's def in the talent category...those two were robbed this season ♥♥

[theyankeegal13]

@NYChica23 actually karinas partner in season 6 was a great dancer he just lacked consistency, but i felt the only ones who were consistent enough that season were jason and edyta and cristian and cheryl. Everyone else had their share of really good dances and really bad dances, but karinas issue was her partner was not as consistent in the dances but if he was they probably could have won.

[rdsx463724]

They really need the encore because I would love to see this without the fall. This is seriously my favorite dance of the season and I wasn't even a Ralph fan before this.

[perpetual61]

I will continue to Vote for Ralph & Karina no matter what.

It takes the Heart of a Champion to Pick himself up after a Fall.

He deserves 10's for effort. Your # 1 in my book Ralph.

[pastyknees]

I loved this, thought it was a great dance. Ralph had all the aggression and sexiness you expect from a paso, it looks like Karina tripped over his foot. *fingers crossed* they get the encore dance tonight. Ralph, you can show your body off more, tight trousers and a tight fitted shirt with the military style waistcoat would have done it for me!!

[derwfan1]

Ralph has done some of the more difficult routines all season and I want to see him in the finale. He is a class act and I am pulling for him all the way! I like Hines, Chelsea and Romeo but again Ralph has a little something extra in his personality that has me in his corner!

[Jill3386]

This might sound crazy but I am loving this rehearsal package. Two people creating something, and the process is fascinating. Ralph and Karina , wow !!!!

[BonbondeParis]

Ralph really worked hard on this! I was wanting him to be just a bit more puffed up comme "Matador", but c'est la vie!

[Porsche12212]

awww poor karina, you can tell she's really upset over that :(

[darkeyedwallflower]

Ralph is the best - he needs to stay on this show. Him and Karina are just really good with each other. I think Chelsea and Mark have the edge on EVERYONE in terms of chemistry wise (they're so cute together!) but I do NOT see this magical "Hines/Kym chemistry" these judges see. His dance seemed really stiff last night, tbh. I saw a lot of the "too hot to handle" crap Bruno gave Ralph in week three I like Hines, but I hate when these judges play favorites.

And Ralph's recovery was ten thousa

[KyuhyunDonghae]

the moment in the practice video when karina said "it fits you" i was like awwwww

[BrightestDiscontent3]

@KyuhyunDonghae I know! That was so sweet. I loved their rehearsal footage - you could see the wheels turning in Karina's head.

[dulgerom1953]

I'm a Hines/Kym fan but Ralph and Karina are a #1 class act. I want to see them in the finale (with Hines/Kym). That was a great recovery and he is a really sweet man and a very good dancer..

[MissRmcc]

I love Karina's sailor mouth when Ralph tries out the Wax on, Wax off move in rehearsal. Love these guys.

[roselovesthe80s]

It may seems odd to say, but when he helped her up he looked sexy as h e ll doing it :)

[nyree1luv]

Ralph was a good partner. He picked her right back up and kept going. And I'll say in this clip I appreciate her teaching style and in thinking about his comfort, what works for him, and something that gave everyone a bit of nostalgia ("wax on, wax off").

[sxystar41]

There is no way they will go home.. I'm sure if it wasn't for the fall.. they would have gotten 9's.... obviously from the crowd's reaction.. they loved the dance and the choreagraphy.. I want Kendra gone ! Hey at least nobody's top almost came off like Kelly Monnaco 's top did in Season 1.

[carolinesoswt]

Kudos to team Kamacchio! He wasted no time getting her back on her feet and back into the dance. They got all my votes. (they always do)

[mileyandmandyfan1]

Karina should not be so hard on herself they still did an amazing job one of the best of the night i hope i see them next week (:

[Jill3386]

Wow, what an amazing moment, the star helping the pro get back into the dance. Ralph and Karina are perfect together. Ralph gives it his all every week. Hope to see them dance to the finals.

[twilightrocks122]

That was hands down the best recovery of the entire season! And maybe even the whole series, for all I know. But anyway, I also happen to think that the Paso was Ralph's best dance on this show.

[angelfallenon2]

Go team Ralp and Karina! You know you can make it to the top :)

[janemansfield73]

Gosh, those Hanson young men are so handsome!

[ForEvaPisces954]

Good save Ralph.

[ForEvaPisces954]

My guilty pleasure is MC Hammer's " U Can't Touch This"

[slots777]

you just gotta appreciate that Ralph and Karina were able to pick themselves up and keep going, finishing strong regardless of that mishap.

[janemansfield73]

And what I really like about these two is NO DRAMA NO CRAZINESS. They are focused on dancing and doing well. SO REFRESHING. Team Kamacchio all the way!

[janemansfield73]

KARINA IS FANTASTIC!

[janemansfield73]

I am so inspired by this and these two. Karina is a professional of the highest caliber and Ralph is all class. Get up, get on with it and do your best. A great metaphor for life and well done to them. Sometimes things like this need to happen to awaken your fire and passion and it did it for them. I am voting for them to win. Team KaMacchio ALL THE WAY. AMAZING.

[GSSTEVER]

Fall or not, these guys rock! No way they are going home.....

[MissRmcc]

Aw I hope Ralph doesn't go tonight. Way to pick Karina back up and both of them doing a great ambitious dance after the fall. I think everyone did a good admirable performance last night. It'll be sad to see anyone one of them go.

[MannyHuhnni]

it looks like Karina tripped on Ralph's foot as he turned, not his coat

[sarahvpearce]

amazing, thank you so much for sharing, we can't get this season in the UK and I adore Ralph have done for nearly 30 years, still gorgeous, I loved the KK Moves, my heart skipped a beat

[Joyce51]

Why was my comment removed? Ralph & Karina did a great Paso!

[cutecouture7]

i hope their fans pull through, because they have the lowest score yikes

[cutecouture7]

@cutecouture7 sorry, I meant second lowest score. So maybe Chris is going home

[Conceited16000]

@cutecouture7 i think Kristi is going home...she's going in the bottom 2 with romeo

[EcuadorianCarlos]

@Conceited16000 i doubt it they both did so good tonight .. probably Ralph and Chris in the bottom 2

[Astroknot3]

@cutecouture7 I think Chris and Cheryl have the lowest scores. But yes, I hope these two are saved this week, they did a fantastic job of coming back into the dance after their misstep. Maybe they will get sympathy votes?

And this was the best, most glorious choice of song for a Guilty Pleasure paso doble.

[fuckupthatsmyname]

@Astroknot3 yes hahah they got mine...awe! it was so not karina's fault or ralph, it was a terrible wardrove malfunction :/ i wanted to hug karina, she looked like she was about to cry, i guess she did :/

[slots777]

@fuckupthatsmyname I know, and I agree it was like what happened with Derek and Jennie back in season 5. Wardrobe just got the better of them.

[funkyflyswim]

@fuckupthatsmyname if you look carefully she tripped overh is back foot

[fuckupthatsmyname]

@funkyflyswim yeah but still not their fault :D

[maaayUs]

i think because of karina they might go home this week ..