Chaz on DWTS

freckled1 · 10-25-2011, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by SelfMadeMan

Anyone else getting a little sick of the judges snarky comments regarding body size/shape, etc - not just with Chaz, but they've done it to Hope too....

Don't mind the "constructive critisism" that, if followed, will help a dancer get better - but in what world would Bruno's comments to Chaz make him a better dancer? Pisses me off.

Tommi · 10-25-2011, 08:29 PM

"I took so much away from this," Chaz Bono said after getting the news. "This was an amazing journey that really pushed me and showed me that I could do so much more than I ever thought I could."

"I came on this show because I wanted to show America a different kind of man," he added. "I dedicate everything I did to all the people out there like me, especially the kids and teens who are struggling. You can have a wonderful, great life and be successful and happy."

ruffryder · 10-25-2011, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tommi

"I took so much away from this," Chaz Bono said after getting the news. "This was an amazing journey that really pushed me and showed me that I could do so much more than I ever thought I could."

"I came on this show because I wanted to show America a different kind of man," he added. "I dedicate everything I did to all the people out there like me, especially the kids and teens who are struggling. You can have a wonderful, great life and be successful and happy."

WTG Chaz! Incredible! I'm proud of him as I'm sure lots of people are. He did a great job.

Rockinonahigh · 10-25-2011, 08:45 PM

I hate that Chaz is gone,I really looked forwards to watching him dance cause every week he got better.He did what he set out to do and did it with grace and charm.

princessbelle · 10-25-2011, 08:49 PM

I didn't watch tonight.

I just knew it would be him to go. It breaks my heart.

But, it also makes my heart shine.

He stood before everyone and said "Here i am, deal with it".

Both good and bad comments...still it made them all see him and take notice and started the hard conversations that are stepping stones.

I am proud of him.

Very proud.

Rockinonahigh · 10-25-2011, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by freckled1

Don't mind the "constructive critisism" that, if followed, will help a dancer get better - but in what world would Bruno's comments to Chaz make him a better dancer? Pisses me off.

I know a lot of people feel like we do about the judges,its one thing to give your opinion,but when it becomes name calling and degradeing thats not being a pro its being an ass.One thing for shure the way the judges have been has dimed my likeing for the show.

Mel C. · 10-25-2011, 09:19 PM

I don't necessarily disagree with the judges, but I think they need to work on their delivery a bit. Being in a competition doesn't mean that people have to put up with the insults. Feedback should provide an opportunity for improvement. Every person on that stage is brave and deserves to be treated appropriately.
I am very annoyed by the way Chaz and Hope have been treated.

I thought everyone was great this week..in their individual dances and the group dance. Everyone seemed to be having fun.

AtLast · 10-25-2011, 10:58 PM

I am going to miss him!!! I was not suprised- had a feeling this would be his last week, but, wanted him on a few more!! He has improved and what I saw was that he just became more and more comfortable up there. Plus, I liked how his partner, Lacy, interacted with him.

Both Carrie Ann and Len bother me in how they give feed-back. Carrie ann has been an ass to Hope Solo and Len's comments- really directed at Chaz's size have stunk. But, he seems to do this to everyone. Bruno is a good judge in terms of balance between constructive criticism and letting the "stars" know what they did do right. He also points to dance technique directly.

I think Chaz accomplished a lot in doing this show for transgendered people and it was a tough go for him out there. I say, KUDOS, Chaz!!

SelfMadeMan · 10-25-2011, 11:26 PM

Sad to see Chaz go... but I think he did a wonderful job. He put so much effort into his dancing, and was improving every week. He did the trans community proud
The judges, on the other hand, are asses. I never watched DWTS prior to this season, and now that Chaz is gone I don't think I'll watch again. I hated all the snarky, rude comments about size/looks/weight. The show just isn't my cup of tea.

Mel C. · 10-25-2011, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SelfMadeMan

Sad to see Chaz go... but I think he did a wonderful job. He put so much effort into his dancing, and was improving every week. He did the trans community proud
The judges, on the other hand, are asses. I never watched DWTS prior to this season, and now that Chaz is gone I don't think I'll watch again. I hated all the snarky, rude comments about size/looks/weight. The show just isn't my cup of tea.

I record the show and fast forward through the judging most of the time. It's much more palatable to me that way. I love watching the dancing.

Tommi · 10-26-2011, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Mel (aka BlistexLez)

I record the show and fast forward through the judging most of the time. It's much more palatable to me that way. I love watching the dancing.

At the very end, I was happy to see the genuine love that surrounded him from All the other dancers, ~~ especially the way Nancy Grace stroked his face and hugged him. It was the love and approval from his peers that was beautiful.

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Mel C. Long-time Member How Do You Identify?: WIB - woman identified butch Preferred Pronoun?: Your choice...not really a button for me Relationship Status: ♡ married 1/1/2019♡ Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,149 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5,772 Thanked 6,828 Times in 1,621 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	I don't necessarily disagree with the judges, but I think they need to work on their delivery a bit. Being in a competition doesn't mean that people have to put up with the insults. Feedback should provide an opportunity for improvement. Every person on that stage is brave and deserves to be treated appropriately. I am very annoyed by the way Chaz and Hope have been treated. I thought everyone was great this week..in their individual dances and the group dance. Everyone seemed to be having fun.

10-25-2011, 10:58 PM	#8
AtLast Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: Woman Preferred Pronoun?: HER - SHE Relationship Status: Relating Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: CA & AZ I'm a Snowbird Posts: 5,408 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 11,826 Thanked 10,827 Times in 3,199 Posts Rep Power: 21474857	I am going to miss him!!! I was not suprised- had a feeling this would be his last week, but, wanted him on a few more!! He has improved and what I saw was that he just became more and more comfortable up there. Plus, I liked how his partner, Lacy, interacted with him. Both Carrie Ann and Len bother me in how they give feed-back. Carrie ann has been an ass to Hope Solo and Len's comments- really directed at Chaz's size have stunk. But, he seems to do this to everyone. Bruno is a good judge in terms of balance between constructive criticism and letting the "stars" know what they did do right. He also points to dance technique directly. I think Chaz accomplished a lot in doing this show for transgendered people and it was a tough go for him out there. I say, KUDOS, Chaz!!

10-25-2011, 11:26 PM	#9
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