Dancing With the Stars is ABC’s mega-hit dance-competition show that is now in its tenth season. The show pairs celebrities with professional choreographers and has taken America by storm season after season, even beating American Idol’s ratings this year. Last season, I was glued to my television to watch reality star/singer Kelly Osbourne and her professional partner, Louis Van Amstel, start as the underdog and finish as one of the last couples standing at the season finale. America watched Osbourne and Van Amstel go on an emotional journey that blossomed Osbourne’s rough around the edges image into a graceful and beautiful lady.
This season Louis Van Amstel, a twelve-time dance champion and Emmy-nominated choreographer, is in his sixth season of Dancing with the Stars with his new celebrity partner, comedian/actress Niecy Nash. In addition to Nash and Osbourne, Van Amstel has been partnered with Trista Sutter, Lisa Rinna, Monique Coleman, and Priscilla Presley. He is also the only “DWTS” cast member to crossover to choreograph a season of FOX’s summertime dance hit So You Think You Can Dance.
Part one of my interview takes us on Van Amstel’s journey from dancing in Europe as a child to his now successful run with the American version of Dancing With the Stars. We also take a moment to discuss the therapeutic benefits of dance both emotionally and physically. Van Amstel speaks about his initial reaction when he was partnered with Kelly Osbourne and shares how both of their lives were changed forever.
In part two I ask Van Amstel which celebrity he would like to work with in the future on Dancing With the Stars; his answer and reason may surprise you. Then, in a very personal moment, Van Amstel shares his passion and involvement in fighting for issues he believes in. We discuss his new public platform to fight obesity with his new cardio work out, Louis’ Dance Blast. We also discuss his involvement with the Human Rights Campaign and his participation with NOH8 to stand-up for marriage equality. Van Amstel credits former partner Kelly Osbourne for encouraging him to be “visible” and to use his fame to share these important messages.
Finally, in part three, Van Amstel and I change to a lighter note and discuss his new partnership with Niecy Nash on the current season of Dancing With the Stars. I also surprise him with a question from “DWTS” judge Carrie Ann Inaba! You won’t want to miss it.
Louis Van Amstel is honest, passionate, and genuinely wants the best for everyone. At one point he turned to me and said, “[We need to] Step back and see the beauty come out of the person” and although it’s a simple thought, I encourage you to take his advice and see how “visible” you can be.
| Posted by Josh on April 8, 2010 @ 12:18 PM |  |
Josh
Hi!, wow, i love the 3 parts in one interview. I like to see you again with all your talent to make it right!, i enjoyed so much the talk, well, he seems so talent too, i watched him and his performance is good. Moreover is so stranger and cool to see this version, well, here in my Country we watch “Bailando por un sueño” where every match is kill to win and it`s a war of words and bad words and it`s so bizarre. Our version dont put the acent in the talent, the acent is in the scandal for be popular, so what is good to know that he`s in some good causes to promote others things more than the show. It shows his human aspect and it`s good for one artist.
I love your capacity to elaborate the line of the interview. Really, you know that you`re uniq in it!
Thanx for show us some interview with many quality!!!!! I love your performance, and you`re soooooooooooooo beautiful, off course!
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Comment by Clara — April 10, 2010 @ 6:57 AM
Great job Josh! Very interesting interview. I like what he has to say. Keep up the good work!
Comment by JA — April 11, 2010 @ 10:06 AM
Josh:
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I love you so much, i dream with you ever, cause you`re the man more sexy in the world!
Crazy for you, Tin@ from Argentina
Comment by tin@ — April 12, 2010 @ 10:27 AM
just fantastic!
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Comment by Sara — April 14, 2010 @ 2:31 PM
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Comment by Romix — April 16, 2010 @ 2:02 PM
I’m watching it here in Argentina, it`s fantastic. Hey Josh: great work!
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Comment by Anonymous — April 25, 2010 @ 11:10 PM
He`s a great dancer! and you`re a great precious, sexy, taste and hot boy Josh!
Comment by Mandy — April 26, 2010 @ 10:36 AM
їPuedo tomar una pequeсa foto de su blog?
Gracias
Dolly
Comment by Dolly — April 28, 2010 @ 2:50 AM
JOSH!!!! You shine on this interview. Great job!! Louis is such a great communicator. What a kind, loving, intelligent, sensitive man. Like you Josh!! And you are both so talented!
Comment by Jamie — April 28, 2010 @ 11:14 PM