From Cosmopolitan · Samantha Olson · · 50s
Connor Wood Defends DWTS Performance
Connor Wood responds to criticism about his steamy DWTS rumba with Rylee Arnold.
In brief
Connor Wood responds to criticism about his steamy DWTS rumba with Rylee Arnold. Connor Wood defended his Dancing With the Stars performance after viral reactions to his rumba with Rylee Arnold. Originally reported by Cosmopolitan.
Viral DWTS Rumba
Connor Wood and Rylee Arnold’s steamy rumba to Mariah Carey’s 'Touch My Body' went viral and became Spotify’s 'Yearning' playlist cover image.
“It became the cover image for Spotify’s 'Yearning' playlist”
Fan Reactions
Fans praised their chemistry, with some saying Connor would be 'the life of every wedding reception' and others criticizing his dancing skills.
“Connor is gonna be the life of every wedding reception he goes to by the time this show is over”
Connor’s Defense
Connor replied, 'Almost like this is a show where people learn how to dance,' after criticism about his dancing skills.
“Almost like this is a show where people learn how to dance”
Support from Competitors
Celeb competitors like Harry Shum Jr. and Amber Glenn praised Connor, calling him 'leading man' and 'them body rolls.'
“Them body rolls”
The takeaway
Connor Wood defended his Dancing With the Stars performance after viral reactions to his rumba with Rylee Arnold.
