This is my very unscientific and uninformed opinion:
I think the people who very objectively liked Mya as the best dancer, (which she was,) naturally voted for Mya.
Then, like here, there were so many people rooting for Donny & Kelly, that they each took a good portion of the votes. That left not enough Playboy fans left to vote for Joanna.
I agree with you about Natalie at the time that she was eliminated. We're a swimteam family, so I was rooting for the swimmerWell, I guess I am in the minority, but I am NOT happy with the results. Warning: rant filled post ahead. Stop reading now if not in the mood for ranting.
I can't stand Kelly, haven't been able to since the beginning. I am SO tired of listening to her whine and boo-hoo. I wanted her to go away about 6 weeks ago. Yes, she has improved, that much is clear. Yes, she has pulled herself back up by the bootstraps IRL and oversome her demons, and for that I give her kudos. BUT this is a dancing show, and I will never believe that her dancing skills were anywhere near as good as Joanna's. And she is just so dang ANNOYING!!
For that matter, I think Natalie should have stayed instead of Kelly as well, but that is another rant, for another evening.
Well, I'm obviously happy with tonight's results. I had been hoping for an all-female final earlier in the season but Donny wormed his way into my affections. Even if I disagree with the vast majority of his personal beliefs. He was so genuine with his disappointment and anger over the first dance last night, how could you not want to give him another chance?
I think that all three will give very interesting freestyles next week. Mya will have the grace and athleticism in her corner. Donny will have showmanship and chutzpah. And Kelly will have her sweet charm and Louie. I can't wait!
Next week is all about the dancing for me. The couple that "brings it" will get my votes. Any sentimentality goes out the window and I *will* vote against my favorite if I don't think they danced to their potential.
I wish it had been Mya that went home
I'm glad they brought Melissa back
Donny should have gone home. I thought his dances were dull and boring. Sure he can smile, but that's about it. And I agree with pp, Natalie should be in the finals.