Top reality TV moments of the week: From 'Dance Moms' therapeutic reunion to Loretta Lynn's emotional tribute
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Reality TV never fails to entertain viewers with its thrilling shows. However, this week was all about a dramatic reunion which let the viewers reminisce about some dramatic and emotional moments. The recent episode of 'American Idol' featured an emotional tribute to late country singer, Loretta Lynn.
Viewers have been treated to the roller coaster ride of emotions this week which kept them hooked to their seats with the popcorn. However, these Top 5 reality TV moments gave unforgettable thrills to the fans.
'Dance Moms' alums reunite for therapeutic moment
'Dance Moms' alums, Chloe Lukasiak, JoJo Siwa, Paige Hyland, Brooke Hyland, Kendall Vertes, and Kalani Hilliker, alongside their mothers, Jessalyn Siwa, Kelly Hyland, Jill Vertes, and Kira Girard, returned to the Lifetime show for a therapeutic and healing reunion.
During the episode, the alums rewatched some of their best moments on the show and reflected on their difficult times on the hit Lifetime reality show 13 years after its premiere. The alums also shed tears as they discussed the stress of competing against one another, being in the public eye, their 'trauma bond' over their harsh training, and their turbulent relationship with Abby Lee Miller.
The Hyland sisters dubbed the reunion therapeutic and family therapy as they recalled the dramatic physical altercation with Abby which ended Brooke Hyland's dancing career. At the end of the reunion, the cast members reflected on their dating life and provided career updates.
'American Idol' star Emmy Russell pays emotional tribute to Loretta Lynn
Loretta Lynn's great-granddaughter, Emmy Russell, graced the 'American Idol' Season 22 stage with a rendition of her grandmother's hit song 'Coal Miner's Daughter'. The aspiring singer tearfully performed the song as a tribute to her grandmother. Loretta died on October 4, 2022, at the age of 90.
During the rehearsals, Emmy shared, "I love singing from the heart, and I think this is a perfect song for that. I mean, it's my grandma's song, can't get much closer to the heart than your own blood". The Top 7 performer further noted that she knows the song "like the back of my hand" and wanted to perform it as a tribute to her late grandmother.
'The Voice' coaches compare Asher HaVon's 'Grammy moment' to Whitney Houston
'The Voice' singer Asher HaVon, who is from Selma, Alabama, advanced to the Live Shows and received high accolades from Coach Reba McEntire during the show's Playoffs. On the April 29 edition of 'The Voice', Asher, one of six surviving members of Team Reba sang David Guetta's 2011 song 'Titanium'.
The original song contained Sia's vocals, but Asher was unafraid of the challenge of matching her. 'In the Heights' star Anthony Ramos who served as a mentor said, "Asher's voice is otherworldly. He makes it look so easy. He’s effortless."
During rehearsals, Anthony suggested that Asher strip down his cover and perform an acoustic ballad. Reba recommended dividing the difference and starting the performance that way, with the instruments coming in later, rising, and building to a strong finale.
Asher killed his performance while wearing a suit with a long white train, and the coaches couldn't stop praising him. "Every artist throughout their career, has their staple performance. I think of Adele at the Grammys," Dan+Shay's Shay Mooney explained. "This felt like a Grammy moment for you, man," he added.
"It feels important when you sing. I feel like you have a strong chance of winning this entire show," said Dan Smyers, and the coach pair joked that they hoped Asher would remember them when they attempt to buy tickets to his arena concert one day.
"There are certain things about you that remind me of Whitney Houston. She would take these songs that weren't written for a soul singer and have that restraint and regal presence on the sound but also throw in a dope run that you would hear in church," remarked John Legend, who compared the performance to a religious experience.
“In church, we save a descriptor for certain vessels, we say they’re anointed. I just felt that anointing on you. That was divine.” When Reba announced the three members of her team that would advance to Lives, it was virtually a given that Asher would be the first to leave. He will be accompanied by his colleagues, L Rodgers and Josh Sanders. "Asher brought it tonight," Reba explained. "He could sing the phone book and make it a hit."
Nick Tatlock replaces Anthony Iracane on 'Below Deck' Season 11
The departure of Anthony Iracane saddened viewers, but 'Below Deck' Season 11 has brought in Chef Nick Tatlock to join the St David crew. In the latest episode of the show, the fans saw the crew's amazing reactions to the new head chef.
Adding to the excitement of the show, Nick Tatlock has joined the St David staff as the newest member. Captain Kerry Titheradge made the decision to hire him after reviewing numerous CVs and contacting the yacht services coordinator through text.
The message stated to quickly fly the new chef to the location as he had been hired. In a preview of his interview, Nick discussed his experience and sense of humor. Nick, a chef of 22 years, believes he may have lost his mind due to talking to himself and having some quirks. However, he assures that he is harmless and not capable of harming anyone.
'MILF Manor' Season 2 debuts with shocking twist
The highly anticipated 'MILF Manor' Season 2 returned with stunning six single middle-aged women looking for young love. The TLC show introduced men, between the ages of 21 to 27, who were young enough to be the women's sons. Unlike Season 1, the men were not any women's sons.
The young hopefuls and MILFs pair up for a challenge after a brief meet and greet. During the challenge, they cover each other in maple syrup for a shot at a date experience. However, at the end of the episode, TLC introduced the fathers of the young men in the wildest twist. Both fathers and sons would be competing for a woman in the latest dating series.
