‘It Was Highly Stressful’: Zendaya Recalls Losing Dancing With The Stars; Says She Still Harbors ‘Animosity’

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As a long-time fan of Zendaya, her journey and experiences have always intrigued me. Reflecting on her life, I can’t help but empathize with her emotions over losing Dancing With the Stars more than a decade ago. At just 16 years old, she was at the peak of her fame, juggling multiple Disney Channel shows while competing in this high-pressure dance competition.

Being a young star myself, I can relate to the stress and anxiety that comes with performing live every week on national television. I remember how overwhelming it felt when I faced similar situations in my career. Zendaya’s words resonate with me as she admits to harboring animosity over her loss. It’s understandable, considering the immense passion and dedication she put into the show.

In retrospect, I wish she could have enjoyed the experience a little more. Life moves quickly, and we often look back with regret at things we didn’t appreciate while they were happening. However, her determination to learn from that experience and grow as an artist is truly inspiring. Her success in Euphoria, Challengers, and Dune speaks volumes about her resilience and talent.

One thing I find amusing is how Zendaya never watched the show before joining it, despite being its target demographic! It’s a reminder that sometimes, we need to step out of our comfort zones to truly understand and appreciate things. I guess that’s one more lesson she can add to her list of accomplishments. Keep shining, Zendaya! Just remember, if you ever find yourself in another stressful situation like that dance competition, just ask your partner for a quick break – maybe a little “Shake It Up” or two!

Zendaya is widely recognized for her exceptional dancing abilities, but despite this, she didn’t win the dance competition “Dancing With the Stars” over a decade back. In an interview with W Magazine, the talented actress from Challengers admitted that she still carries resentment about that lost competition.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but echo their sentiments: “Well, let me tell you, I’ve been nursing a lingering resentment about that unclaimed ultimate title.

The actress who played in Dune was just 16 when she competed on ABC’s dance show during the height of her popularity, appearing on Disney Channel shows like Shake It Up and K.C. Undercover. As a young celebrity, that defeat deeply affected her. “I really felt that pain,” she reminisced. “I was just 16, and it was incredibly stressful.” She added, “Performing live television every week? It was truly terrifying.

Looking back, the actress from Euphoria expressed a desire that her younger self had embraced a more carefree attitude towards the show. She admitted there were moments when she took the competition too seriously, which she now regrets. “I wish I’d appreciated it a bit more,” she said. “I was putting myself under unnecessary pressure. I truly struggled with it during that time.

In the 2013 finale of the show, spanning two nights, the actress and her dance partner showcased a variety of styles, including the amba, freestyle, and jive. Remarkably, they received top marks from all judges, yet ended up in second place. The winners of that season were former American Idol contestant Kellie Pickler and her partner Derek Hough.

During an episode of Entertainment Weekly’s The Awardist podcast in October, Zendaya confessed that she wasn’t a fan of the show prior to joining it and didn’t watch it until she became a part of it. In her own words, “I don’t think I fell into the show’s intended audience.

The actress disclosed that her grandmother was a frequent viewer of the program both prior to and following her participation in the contest. Regarding Zendaya personally, she admitted that the entire series became somewhat overwhelming for her to watch, even once her own season had concluded.

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2025-01-03 21:22