Dancing With The Stars fans were devastated to see Selma Blair withdraw from the competition due to concerns about its impact on her health, but they will never forget her final dance on the show. Selma was partnered with DWTS pro dancer Sasha Farber for season 31, and each week, the Legally Blonde actress proved that her multiple sclerosis would not hold her back. Fans and judges were blown away by her performances, especially knowing how hard she had to work on perfecting her routines while battling MS. During the Most Memorable Year episode, Selma told Sasha she had to withdraw from the competition, and the two put on a tear-jerking final DWTS performance.
There was not a dry eye on the DWTS set during the episode, and Selma's final performance may be one of the most impactful and emotional in the series' history. When Selma joined the series, there was an outpour of love and appreciation from others struggling with MS. The actress proved that the condition does not have to hold her back from living her life and challenging herself. When Selma withdrew from the competition, it did not take away from this message but added another layer. Too often, people put their health at risk in order to push themselves to win. This is why so many athletes struggle with their mental health. The DWTS contestant showed the world that it's okay to put yourself first and that quitting when things are taking a toll on your well-being is nothing to be ashamed of.
Selma Blair & Sasha Farber's DWTS Scores Were Well Deserved
When it was time to hit the dance floor for the last time, Selma and Sasha performed a flawless Waltz to Andra Day's "What The World Needs Now Is Love," which earned her four 10s for a total of 40 out of 40, the highest score of the night. Later, Selma gave a powerful speech surrounded by her cast mates and her 11-year-old son Arthur Saint Bleick. She thanked her partner for being so patient with her and told Arthur, "sometimes there's gonna be uncomfortable things for you to do in life, but you just do it with a smile." Selma's bravery throughout the season and on her final DWTS night is inspirational for her son, her castmates, and everyone watching at home.
Selma's final night on DWTS displayed bravery and how important it is for everyone to put themselves first, even if it's the hardest decision to make. During the episode, fans showered Selma with love and kind messages on social media. The MS Association also thanked Selma for her courage throughout her time on DWTS. An essential part of life is giving people a platform to speak on important issues and help others be seen. Selma did this for everyone struggling with MS, leaving the DWTS studio with grace and leaving an important message behind.
It's clear from the tears in host Alfonso Ribeiro and contestant Jordin Sparks' eyes that Selma made a lasting impact on those she worked with this season. While everyone is sad to see her go, they're also happy she put her health first. Despite her condition, Selma was one of the strongest dancers of the season, and to see her exit the show with 10s from all judges, even the typically harsh Len Goodman, was extra inspiring. While it added to the emotion of the episode and made for a special goodbye, Selma and Sasha earned their scores and would have deserved them even if she had stayed on the show. Because of Selma's vulnerability in sharing her story, the DWTS season 31 Most Memorable Year episode was the most powerful one the show has ever aired.
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