Season 17 of Dancing with the Stars was packed with fresh talent, emotional moments, and jaw-dropping performances. The season featured 12 new celebrity contestants, including Glee star Amber Riley, comedian Bill Engvall, High School Musical alum Corbin Bleu, and actress Elizabeth Berkley. These stars, paired with professional dancers, brought their unique styles and personalities to the ballroom, making for an entertaining and unpredictable competition.Amber Riley and her partner Derek Hough emerged as frontrunners early in the season, wowing judges and audiences with their powerful routines and flawless technique. Corbin Bleu, paired with Karina Smirnoff, showcased his versatility and Broadway polish, while Bill Engvall and Emma Slater charmed viewers with their underdog spirit and steady improvement. The season also saw a change in format, with eliminations now happening at the end of each episode, creating added suspense.In a spectacular finale, Amber Riley and Derek Hough took home the Mirrorball Trophy, earning Derek his fifth win on the show. Corbin and Karina finished as runners-up, with Jack Osbourne and Cheryl Burke securing third place. Amber’s victory celebrated not only her talent but also her message of confidence and self-empowerment, making Season 17 a truly inspiring chapter of the show’s legacy.
