Ilona Maher’s Premiere Cha Cha – Dancing with the Stars

Ilona Maher and pro Alan Bersten perform a Cha Cha to “Man! I Feel Like a Woman” by Shania Twain on Dancing with the Stars.

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[ashroka]

I was bullied harshly for my broad shoulders when I was a little girl. I'm thirty now and seeing Ilona promote "Beast, beauty, brains." has seriously healed a part of me. I decided to own my body so I'm a body builder and still get stupid comments but that doesn't make me any less of a woman. Also going out to Shania Twain?! YES.

[JL..]

I know this is a dance show but honestly just here to see her break stereotypes of the "right" female body type. I don't have her body but all of us have felt "too chunky" in different areas of our bodies when there was no need to. Thanks for doing this Ilona

[MagicMac]

I’m honestly so excited for what’s in store for Ilona! She has so much potential. Why do I feel like she’s being shy?! Be CONFIDENT and don’t hold anything back 🙌❤️ I can feel it lol she has so much more in her!!

[trenae]

My mom doesn’t follow rugby and really didn’t know who Ilhona is. However when I showed her this video (we missed the live performance the night of) I casually mentioned ‘She’s a bigger girl.’ Mom looked at her, looked at me, and said ‘That girl is all muscle! What does she play?’ I was so glad she saw the same thing I did - a young woman built for her sport and beautiful!

[stephaniecollins]

Look at Alan hyping her up because he knows shes a freaking badazz! I just love her and I think with the first one out of the way she will shine bright like the sunshine she is!

[mimiwhite]

She looks like a warrior goddess! You could tell she was nervous but still had a few good moves. Hope she does well.

[michaelvega]

She did good and she made the show's history as the first rugby player to compete, they've cast rugby players in the versions in other countries and now America did the same thing. I see her good far

[anasmediacorner]

I’ve never seen Alan this excited about a partner in ages like I love this for him… I adore Ilona so much but I feel like maybe she was in her head a bit trying to make things perfect or the first week jitters got to her idk but she is immense potential and I am voting to get her far

[stevebickel]

Ilona has one of the best smiles. I love everything about her... you go Ilona! You're the best (beast).

[misslollaleelou]

Never watched DWTS before. Ilona Maher is such a joy 🤩

[amimizee]

watched this with the biggest smile on my face - she looks like she's having so much fun. go Ilona!

[elizabethfox]

She did GREAT!! Can't wait to see her progress and own her style. Can you imagine how nerve wracking that must be for someone that has no background in professional dancing?! Kudos to her for her courage and moves! She will be a crowd favorite for sure 🥰🌟

[ddot]

I’m so proud of Ilona to conquer her fears out on the dance floor. She looked nervous but there’s so much potential there. I cannot wait to see what she brings next week with Alan. I’m loving this partnership so far.

[trinibwoy]

Excited to see Ilona and Alan progress. I could see her Thinking A LOT. It isn't comfortable or natural for her yet but Alan is a great partner who can help her relax and sit into the groove and technique of the dance 😁😁😁

[aneeqrehman]

Alan is so cute and such a positive, passionate guy. He is a great coach for Ioana and I am sure she will blossom further with his guidance.

[andydv]

I was so happy to see Ilona tonight!!! She did so well for her first week!! Can't wait to see what Alan and Ilona do for next week!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[morgannn]

i didn’t know who she was till now but omg i love her so much i can’t wait to see how her confidence grows each week!!! ILY ILONA

[jocelynsify]

she is so gorgeous. I really think she will be the most improved in the competition, once she gains a little bit of confidence on the dance floor and gets out of her head she will be unstoppable. go ilona!

[shawnmendel-fz]

I hope Ilona goes far. She looks great.

[TheLegendaryMovieCritic]

Ilona Maher is a powerful woman! I love her support for body positivity! She’s strong with her muscles!