Derek Hough is the one who has openly suggested that Kristen Bell be his partner on ‘Dancing with the Stars.’ The dancer in a playful video gave a new dare, suggesting that he would switch the actress from a “tipper” to a “dipper,” which not only caused quite a stir but also received a lot of positive comments from his fans.
Hough put forward the proposal in the video when he was replying to a question that had been asked of him over and over again, about who would be his dream partner on ‘Dancing with the Stars.’ He confessed that Kristen Bell had been his first choice for a considerable time. The exchange, which seemed like a direct message or a phone call to Bell, was full of jokes. Bell voiced her concerns jokingly, “Derek, do you really know that I am always falling?” Hough, a professional dancer full of confidence, did not consider it a hurdle at all; instead, he viewed it as a fun challenge. He went all the way in stating, “I’ll change you from a tipper to a dipper,” which immediately captured his followers. He captioned the post as, “So @kristenanniebell on @dancingwiththestars needs to happen, right?? I’ll turn her from a ‘Tipper into a Dipper’.”
The feedback from the online users was overwhelmingly positive and in large numbers; the majority were ecstatic about the new couple. One of the typical reactions was that of a user who expressed it in a nutshell by writing, “omg the crossover I didn’t know I needed.” Moreover, the odd phrase “tipper to a dipper” quickly became the talk of the town. One user commented, “This sounded so naughty, but it was hilarious!” and another simply repeated the catchy phrase along with an exclamation of approval: “From a tipper to a dipper! 🙌”.
The comments made by the users included names of former contestants; one person said, “Kristen would be fun to dance with. Reminds me of a Kellie Pickler type. Fun rehearsals!” This referred to the very popular season 16 winner whom Hough also paired with to victory suggesting that the audience sees a similar potential for chemistry and amusement. The thought of Bell on the show also sparked creative ideas for themed performances. A major call aimed at a heroine Disney Night routine, as one person was demanding, “And for Disney week, you all have to do Anna and Hans 😍,” and was referring to Bell’s famous voiceover as Princess Anna in ‘Frozen.’ Another fan similarly said, “Yes but only if you promise Kristen is full on Princess Anna from Frozen on Disney night!”
The excitement was clear, but there was a hint of realism too. One practical onlooker observed, “I don’t think she would be able to do it considering her busy schedule, but it could be nice,” which pointed out the difficulty of a star participation that would be hard to logistically manage. The proposal even included Bell’s husband, as a fan suggested, “It would be nice to see her and Dax at the same time,” imagining a power couple ballroom takeover. The wish for this collaboration to happen kept on being a recurring theme. Comments like, “I need this to happen!” and “if there is even a slight chance of this being real I might lose it,” showed the immense commitment of the fans to the idea.
Derek Hough’s playful suggestion has not only created a buzz about the participation of Bell but also a clear demand from the fans. It is one thing for the audience to watch the delightfully awkward Kristen Bell, to be sure, getting her dancing lessons from one of the most decorated pros at the show, and another thing for them to actually want it as a storyline that not only is ready but also eager to reveal itself. Whether or not this social media campaign translates into an official casting, the rumor of a Bell-joining is already doing the rounds in the ballroom. The public has made its ruling and the verdict is a loud yes for Bell to walk onto the stage. This playful moment from Derek Hough follows other memorable appearances, including a hilarious Star Wars moment with Hilaria Baldwin. The show’s judge Carrie Ann Inaba has also been part of many fun moments on the program.
