Fans of Dancing with the Stars are expressing their shock over Gene Simmons using his position as a guest judge to “sexualize women.”
The 75-year-old KISS frontman, known for his larger-than-life stage presence and persona, joined the show to critique the contestants on Hair Metal Night as they danced to iconic rock anthems from the 1980s.
But audiences are now demanding the network “issue an apology” for “putting a creep on the show,” and for providing him a platform to voice his “cringe-worthy” and “sexist” comments.
On the Tuesday, October 9 episode of Dancing with the Stars, KISS rocker Gene Simmons raised quite a few eyebrows with his controversial guest appearance.
As part of the show’s Hair Metal Night, Simmons joined regular judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli to critique the celebrity dancers.
Despite the high energy of the nostalgia-filled performance set to hits like Cherry Pie and Rock You Like a Hurricane, Simmons’ sexually suggestive remarks overshadowed the night for many fans.
While his rock persona has long been associated with pushing boundaries, many felt his behavior wasn’t suited for the lighthearted nature of the competition series.
Throughout the episode, Simmons, 75, made several remarks that focused less on the dancing and more on the female dancer’s looks, which many viewers call “creepy.”
After former NFL wide receiver Danny Amendola and Witney Carson hit the dance floor, “The Demon” said he couldn’t figure out who was more “hot hot hot.”
“Danny, I’m telling you, you’re right next to somebody – one of the most beautiful women on the planet. She makes you look good. Buddy, you gotta hit the gym. You gotta get in there,” added Simmons.
And then, referring to Emma Slater who was dancing with actor Reginald VelJohnson dancer, he said: “You’ve got a beautiful woman right beside you, who can twist it and turn it, and knows how to move it and, you know, all that.”
The rock legend also had words for VelJohnson. “I wanna tell you, as a guy that’s been on the stage for half a century around the world, I’m kind of a big deal, Reggie,” Simmons said. “It’s all in the attitude and you’ve got something in that beautiful face, they love you!”
Perhaps one of his cringiest remarks was directed to actor-singer Chandler Kinney. Explaining that her moves “fogged up” his glasses, Simmons removed his dark shades and said, “You moved me, not just with your gyrations and so on, but your beautiful face and how you were into the emotion of it – top to bottom.”
He did however offer one relevant opinion to Kinney when he praised her talents, noting that she has a “big future” ahead of her.
Social media quickly filled with backlash, with many expressing their discomfort and frustration. Some viewers even went as far as to call him the “worst guest judge” in the show’s 33-season run.
“I usually like Gene Simmons and think he’s funny. But that was not the case as a guest judge. Very inappropriate and just not helpful,” writes one cyber fan on the DWTS Facebook site.
A second shares, “It was uncomfortable for us watching, can’t even imagine how the women felt. And he wasn’t scoring dances, he was just giving out random numbers.”
Gene was a bust! His comments and feedback were inappropriate along with the scores.”
A third critic adds, “His comments on all the girls was cringe!”
Another user calls Simmons “vulgar” and says he’s “the worst judge ever
Meanwhile, other online citizens are calling out ABC and Disney+, suggesting the network and streaming service apologize to fans of DWTS.
“Y’all owe the biggest apology to your fanbase (which is primarily women) & the dancers for putting that creep on your show and allowing for him to sexualize them on live TV,” one netizen writes on Facebook.
A second pens, “They need to apologize for having Gene Simmons. It was cringe-worthy. His comments were sexist, and he was just awful.”
“But they had a felon on the show this season,” adds another user, who’s referring to Anna Delvey (Sorokin), the convicted fraudster who sparked a lot of controversy with her appearance on September 17, the first episode of the DWTS season.
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“I Want To Share My Life With Her”: Reeves Appreared In Public With His Gray-haired Bride!
Love knows no age restrictions, as evidenced by Keanu Reeves’ public appearance with his gray-haired bride. This is a heartbreaking lesson in a culture too frequently enthralled with youth and shallow ideals of beauty. This surprising combination dispels misconceptions and invites a more in-depth discussion on the nature of relationships and how prominent personalities affect our impressions.
Ageist conventions encourage people to value emotional resonance and compatibility over outward appearances, which is part of a larger cultural trend.
The incident also makes us think about how much pressure society puts on people to follow preconceived notions about what makes a good relationship. “I want to share my life with her” highlights an emotional connection that goes beyond outward appearances and says a lot about what genuine connection is all about. It questions the idea that shared experiences, beliefs, and understanding—the cornerstones of enduring partnerships—should be the basis of relationships instead of exterior characteristics.
It’s clear from analyzing Reeves’ public appearance that these occasions have the power to change social norms and advance diversity. We create the path for a world that is more understanding and tolerant when we embrace love in all of its varied manifestations, regardless of age or appearance. Celebrities are powerful individuals who have a significant impact on public opinion. Reeves’ decision has sparked discussions about ageism and romantic relationships.
To sum up, Keanu Reeves’ public appearance beside his gray-haired wife goes beyond the domain of celebrity rumors. It defies social conventions and exhorts us to look past appearance and age to find true love. The expression “I want to share my life with her” captures the essence of a sincere bond and challenges us to reevaluate what makes a relationship truly meaningful. Our understanding of and appreciation of love in all of its exquisite and varied manifestations should change along with society.
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