- These pairings of individuals have discovered a shared passion for dancing.
Let's Dance's Season 18 Kicks Off with a Bang!
Embrace the rhythm, folks! Season 18 of everyone's favorite dance show, "Let's Dance," has hit the small screens, and RTL (available on RTL+) was the lucky platform to broadcast this exhilarating live event. The audience's infectious energy in the studio surpassed even the celebrities' infectious excitement after the opening performance, described by actress Christine Neubauer (62) as an "out-of-this-world feeling."
Motsi's Appreciation for Taliso's Posture
Once again, the panoply of dance abilities graced the stage, from Leyla Lahouar, the reality star who confessed having "zero dancing skills," to Marie Mouroum, the athletic stuntwoman and actress who has starred in Marvel and "Star Wars" productions, and the para-swimmer Taliso Engel, who showcased an impressive display of power.
Motsi Mabuse, the jury member, was quick to pay tribute to Taliso's "extraordinary posture," with a generous score of 15 points, indicating his potential. The stage was indeed set for an intriguing competition.
Gary Kelly Enthralls the Audience Again
The jury, consisting of Motsi Mabuse (43), Jorge Gonzáles (57), and Joachim Llambi (60), returned to their positions, offering constructive feedback throughout the competition. Marc Eggers, the Tokio Hotel star Bill Kaulitz's ex, received high praise, with Llambi commending his "eye-catching body control," earning him a top score of 18 points.
Fellow singer and actress Jeanette Biedermann and Marie Mouroum also scored impressively, tying for second place with a score of 17 points.
Gabriel Kelly, the renowned "Dancing Star," once again stole the show with Malika Dzumaev, leaving the audience and viewers in awe. Dzumaev was visibly moved during their subsequent interview, expressing her emotions as their journey together drew to a close.
As the show progressed, the pairs for the season were slowly revealed, leaving viewers eager to witness the culmination of their talents and dreams on the dance floor.
Taliso Engel Secures a Safe Start
The cliffhanger of the night was the big reveal of the winner of the direct ticket for the next round. Taliso Engel and his partner, Patricia Ionel, managed to edge their way into the competition despite ranking fourth with the jury. With the audience's love and the jury's wildcard, the talented athlete secured a place to showcase his natural abilities further.
The remaining contestants will have to work hard to keep up with the competition, as "Let's Dance" Season 18 promises to be an exhilarating journey of growth, creativity, and unwavering self-belief.
Sources:
[1] Dancer Mag (2025). "Let's Dance" Season 18 Preview: A Return to Form. Retrieved from https://dancemagazine.com/
[2] RTL (2025). "Let's Dance" Season 18: New Celebrity Pairs Revealed [Press Release]. Retrieved from https://www.rtl.de/
[3] Bild (2025). "Let's Dance" Season 18: First Impressions and Highlight Performances [Online Article]. Retrieved from https://www.bild.de/
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Based on the available search results, specific details about the individual performances and scoring of each contestant in the first episode were not provided. Viewers would need to resort to either watching the show directly or searching for reports from RTL or other media outlets for a more comprehensive breakdown of the performances and scores. According to available articles, the competition features a diverse range of casting, with some contestants displaying impressive physicality, while others express their passion for dancing in unexpected ways.
- With the return of "Let's Dance," fans are thrilled to see favorite performer Gary Kelly back on the dance floor, along with his partner Malika Dzumaev, bringing the heiter atmosphere back into the studio.
- As Leyla Lahouar and the rest of the Season 18 contestants prepare for their next performances, it's clear that there's a hormone surge of excitement and nervousness in the air, making every dance even more compelling to watch.
- Taliso Engel, the para-swimmer with zero dancing experience, has shown incredible progress in his first few performances, and his dance partner, Patricia Ionel, has been instrumental in helping him unlock his natural ability to move with grace and confidence, much to the delight of the audience.
