Dancing With The Stars fans always have a wide range of opinions when it comes to the judges. Derek Hough is generally favored among viewers, but even he isn’t above criticism here and there.
Over the past few weeks, Season 33 viewers noticed that Derek was offering lower scores than the other judges. Is he being too harsh? See what others had to say.
How Do DWTS Fans Feel About Derek Hough’s Judging Strategy?
Derek Hough may be a tough critic this season, but several viewers appreciate it. On Reddit, fans discussed this season’s episodes and how the Utah dancer was scoring performers.
“As someone who used to dance in the past, I have a lot of respect for Derek. I think many of the pros do as well,” a Redditor wrote on the platform recently. “He’s won like 5 Emmys, headlined multiple successful tours, and has 6 mirrorballs. Safe to say he’s qualified.”
The OP went on to share criticism they’ve seen about Derek’s judging abilities this season.
“If you ask me, Derek is too nice and considering other countries’ versions of DWTS, also did we not forget Len? I often wish Dereck was more harsh. Many of the pros have said they find his comments the most helpful because he actually gives them stuff to work on. In my opinion 4’s and 5’s are PREFECT scores to start with, because it indicates growth and a lot of these couples need to work for a ten. Let’s stop acting like grown adults need to be coddled. Len wouldn’t do that.”
So what did others have to say about Derek’s judging?
Other DWTS Fans Weigh In On The Situation
Overall, other Reddit users seemed to wholeheartedly agree with the OP. In fact, several admitted they wouldn’t mind if Derek was a bit harsher on the performers.
Comments included:
- “I think most of us agree we need a tough judge. And Derek’s really the one qualified to do it because of his experience. … I was happy to see him critiquing things more critically this week.”
- “I agree, if we want these pros/celebs to improve they need to hear genuine feedback. I want Derek to lean into his critical tendencies even more. Don’t respectfully give someone a 4, give them one straight and unapologetically “
- “He’s definitely the most fair judge…Carrie Ann seems to be scoring on emotion rather than actual performance so he is good at evening it out.”
What do you think about Derek Hough’s abilities as head judge? Share your own thoughts and ideas in the comments.
There won’t be a new episode of DWTS this Tuesday, but ABC will put out two episodes the following week on October 7-8. Follow TV Shows Ace online for the latest DWTS Season 33 coverage.
