Kiss' Gene Simmons Gets Booed on DWTS After Disappointing "Reginald" Score
Gene Simmons, the iconic frontman of Kiss, found himself in the spotlight – but not for the reason he hoped for – on Dancing with the Stars. The rock legend was booed by the audience after receiving a low score for his cha-cha performance with partner Witney Carson. The judges, particularly Len Goodman, were unimpressed, with Goodman critiquing the performance as lacking in "personality" and "passion."
The problem? Simmons' rendition of "Reginald," a song he wrote for his daughter, was deemed underwhelming by the judges. While the performance itself was technically solid, the judges felt it lacked the energy and charisma that had been expected of Simmons. The low score, combined with the lukewarm reception from the audience, resulted in a storm of boos, a rare occurrence on the usually supportive DWTS stage.
This wasn’t the first time Simmons’ performance had been scrutinized. Earlier this week, he was criticized for his lack of "enthusiasm" during rehearsals. Perhaps this lack of enthusiasm bled into his performance, leaving viewers underwhelmed and the judges disappointed.
But how did the audience react to the controversy? Social media lit up with fans defending Simmons, citing his age and past injuries as potential explanations for the subpar performance. Others, however, criticized Simmons for his "lack of effort" and "unprofessionalism," further fueling the debate.
Only time will tell if Simmons can bounce back from this early setback. With the competition heating up, the pressure is on for Simmons to deliver a performance that will win over both the judges and the audience.
Will Gene Simmons be able to turn things around? Will his signature rock star swagger and stage presence shine through in future performances? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: The drama on DWTS just got a whole lot more rock ‘n’ roll.
