Shirley Ballas Celebrates Son Mark’s Guest Appearance on Dancing With The Stars
Shirley Ballas’s Emotional Tribute
Shirley Ballas, the head judge of Strictly Come Dancing, revealed she has 'had no sleep' due to her overwhelming excitement regarding her son Mark Ballas’s recent appearance as a guest judge on Dancing With The Stars (DWTS). Mark made his debut on Tuesday, joining the regular panel members including Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and former Strictly judge, Bruno Tonioli.
Social Media Celebration
In her Instagram post, Shirley wrote: “Huge congratulations to my son @markballas for being a guest judge last night on @dancingwiththestars.” She continued, “I stayed up all night to follow along. I’ve hardly had any sleep as I was just too excited.” Despite her exhaustion, she felt it was all worth it, describing the pride she felt watching Mark perform with fellow dancers.
Honoring a Remarkable Performance
Shirley also praised dancer Hayley Erbert's return to the dancefloor after significant brain surgery, calling it “outstanding” and one of the most moving moments she's witnessed.
A Legacy of Talent
Shirley shares Mark, who has excelled in various dance arenas, with her ex-husband Corky Ballas. Mark not only competed on DWTS but also earned an Emmy nomination for choreography in 2011. In 2017, Shirley took the reins as Strictly’s head judge, solidifying her important role in the world of dance competition shows.
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