Bobby Bones Claps Back at Critics and Declares Himself the Ultimate 'DWTS' Champion
Bobby Bones, the radio host turned 'Dancing With the Stars' champion, isn't one to shy away from controversy. Recently, he found himself in the spotlight once again after Julianne Hough, a co-host on the show, suggested that he didn't deserve his Season 27 victory because he wasn't the best dancer. But Bones, never one to back down from a challenge, hit back at Hough's remarks with a fiery response that solidified his status as the ultimate champion.
In a video shared on Instagram, Bones didn't mince words. He acknowledged that he was indeed the worst dancer on the show but took pride in that fact. "I tried as hard as anybody in the history of the show, but I can't dance now, and I couldn't dance then," he admitted. However, he made it clear that his victory was a testament to the power of the people who supported him and partner Sharna Burgess throughout the competition.
"We took down the big evil empire of dance together," Bones proclaimed, referring to the viewers who voted for him. "I'm not the greatest dancer, but I am the greatest champion ever because I'm the man of the people. I'm the man that you guys selected." His confidence was unwavering, despite the criticism he faced.
Interestingly, Bones pointed out that the 'DWTS' producers changed the voting rules for the following season after his controversial win. The new rules restricted viewer voting to live episodes only and eliminated fan voting on the first episode of each season, a clear indication of the impact Bones had on the show's voting dynamics.
While Bones made it clear that there was no animosity towards Hough, whom he described as "cool" and "awesome," he didn't hold back when it came to country singer Mickey Guyton. Guyton, who agreed with Hough's assessment that Bones shouldn't have won, found himself on the receiving end of Bones' displeasure. "Mickey Guyton, what theโ," Bones exclaimed, clearly taken aback by Guyton's stance.
During a recent appearance on 'Watch What Happens Live,' Hough and Guyton were asked to name a 'DWTS' winner they believed didn't deserve their victory. While Hough initially hesitated, she ultimately sided with Guyton's choice of Bones, citing the influence of fanbases on the show's outcomes. "He was not the best dancer, I agree," Hough conceded, echoing the sentiments of many critics.
Bones' triumph on 'DWTS' Season 27 was met with mixed reactions, as he consistently received low scores from the judges. Despite acknowledging his lack of dance skills, Bones remained defiant, stating, "I don't think the judges want me to win... but the show isn't just about the judgesโit's also about the people." His victory challenged the traditional notions of dance competition and highlighted the power of viewer support.
As Bones reflected on his time on the show, he recognized the unique position he held as a champion who defied expectations. "I think the show hasn't had a winner like me ever," he remarked. His unapologetic approach to his victory and his unwavering confidence in the face of criticism solidified his legacy as a 'DWTS' champion like no other.