The announcement that Gene Simmons would be appearing as a guest judge on “Dancing with the Stars” generated a mix of excitement and concern among fans. As the legendary rock singer took his place at the judges’ table, his comments sparked a heated debate.
During the “Hair Metal Night” episode, Simmons praised Chandler Kinney’s performance with Brandon Armstrong, saying, “You moved me, not just with your gyrations and so on, but your beautiful face and how you were into the emotion of it — top to bottom.” However, his comments took a surprising turn when he told Kinney, “Chandler, you fogged up my glasses.”
Simmons’ feedback for other contestants also raised eyebrows. When commenting on Danny Amendola and Witney Carson’s performance, he quipped, “It’s difficult to look at both of you and figure out which one is more hot, hot, hot.” He also advised Amendola to “hit the gym” to keep up with his partner.
The rock singer’s comments did not sit well with everyone. Some viewers took to social media to express their irritation, calling his comments “creepy” and stating that they “ruined” the episode. One user criticized Simmons’ judging style, saying, “His scores were based on physical appearance alone, not skill or talent.”
Despite the backlash, Simmons’ fans defended his comments, arguing that they were lighthearted and intended to be humorous. As the debate continues, one thing is clear: Gene Simmons’ appearance as a guest judge on “Dancing with the Stars” will not be forgotten anytime soon.
