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Dancer Derek Hough made a video where he portrayed a different judge of ‘Dancing With The Stars’ and it resulted in people’s laughter mixed with confusion about that whole situation. The hilarious video illustrated how the two celebrities looked alike so perfectly that before long there were thousands of comments asking who is who and recalling famous judges’ catchphrases.
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Derek Hough has always been the most recognized face of ‘Dancing With The Stars’ and now he has given everybody a big déjà vu again. The permanent pro and now part-time judge of the show Derek posted a video that made people have to look twice and he simply commented, ‘It’s like looking in the mirror @dancingwiththestars.’ The film is a fast-paced cut of Hough and the other judge almost at the same time changing exactly the same facial expressions and making the same movements. The transcription of the judges’ comments captures the most popular phrases and the best moments from their golden past: ‘I like your brooch… You deserve a 10… Now cookin’ with some hot sauce!’
The video has very quickly become the center of interest where the fans were trying to understand the doppelgänger phenomenon. The similarity was so obvious that it caused a combination of nostalgia and hilarity in the comments. One user could identify the mood instantly and responded, ‘”MY MAN!!” is such a classic. Love everything about this,’ which was exactly depicting the lively environment of the judges’ panel.
Still, the main concern that everyone had was the question of identity. The striking similarity led to a flood of guesses and comparisons. ‘Ellen? Or Derek?’ one user suggested, which was really pointing at the eye-catching distraction. This idea was supported by another one who was humorously saying, ‘These “spot the difference” games just get harder and harder,’ alluding to the great difficulty of recognizing the two in the rapid-cut video. The comical confusion even reached a user who stated, ‘I don’t see the resemblance. She looks more like ELLEN DEGENERES,’ and thus brought a new celebrity lookalike into the conversation.
While this guessing game was going on, other fans were preoccupied with the task of complementing the judges’ sayings they thought were left out of the video. ‘You missed the “I see you, I see you!”‘ one viewer noted, suggesting yet another famous quote that would have been perfect to include. This observant detail shows how intimately the audience is acquainted with the characters and their recurrent jokes on the show.
Moreover, the post served as a catalyst for sparking even more innovative ideas for new content in the future. One viewer put aside the present comparison and proposed, ‘I would actually like to see you go as @adamlambert one year, I feel like you could totally pull it off.’ A comment of this nature opens up a whole new realm of star impersonation possibilities for the multi-talented dancer. One more person connected the resemblance to one of the contestants, tagging Morgan Kellyn Holmes and saying, ‘If @kellynholmes doesn’t show up looking like this every week…’ This interaction led to a mini-thread of its own, discussing the wig that had been ‘safely disposed of,’ and the mock anxiety of one user about that.
For those who have been watching Hough throughout his career, the post was an enjoyable throwback to the past. ‘I remember seeing you in these colors at dancing 🌎,’ one user said, relating the current video to a specific moment in his performance history. Such a remark emphasizes that strong bond Hough has created with his audience over the years through different phases of his career, from dancer to judge. His recent performance on the judges’ table was particularly memorable.
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The video is not just a prank but also a demonstration of the extraordinary, larger-than-life chemistry that makes the ‘Dancing With The Stars’ judges’ panel so unforgettable. It is a fun and professional collaboration lesson delivered by the judges that keeps on reminding the audiences the reasons why these characters became so prominent in the and entertainment. Hough’s way of dealing with the situation perfectly reflects the playful and sometimes chaotic character of the ballroom as he is the first to acknowledge that sometimes the best mirror is the one set by a colleague. This whole exchange is such an exact representation of what the show is about—drama, humor, and a lot of character, both on and off the dance floor. The judges are certainly having a great time and it seems the audience gets the same effect, making the good vibes contagious and the fun to spread. Hough’s playful side was also on display in a recent Star Wars moment. His career achievements were further recognized when he received a prestigious Innovator Award presented by Bindi Irwin. In a more personal moment, Hough played piano for his unborn child, showcasing his musical talents.
