Dade Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 Shawn Johnson PROFESSION: Olympic gymnast PARTNER: Mark Ballas BACKGROUND: The youngest ever competitor on Dancing with the Stars, 17 year-old Olympian Shawn Johnson was the gold medalist in balance beam at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing where she also earned 3 silver medals in the team, floor exercise and individual all-around categories. The current two-time National Champion and high-school Junior Johnson appeared on a limited edition Cheerios box in early 2009, led the pledge of allegiance at last year's Democratic National Convention in Denver, was a headliner of last fall's Tour of Gymnastics Superstars and was named Choice Female Athlete at the 2008 Teen Choice Awards. Her debut biography Shawn Johnson: Olympic Champion: Stories Behind the Smile was released in December. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreamAngel Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s78/MortysTV/Shawn.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SugarB Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 She is just too cute! I hope she can dance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonoerin Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 I'm sure she's got plenty of flexibility, but she looks even younger than 17. How is she ever going to fare against the more "Mature" women on the show dressed in some of the skimpy outfits they wear. It'll probably be unlawful here in Ohio to even view her in some of those costumes like Edyta wears Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivy Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 I think that might be part of the problem. She looks about 12. She's as sweet as can be, from what I know, but I don't know if I'll be able to believe 'sexy' from her. I think she'll be great at some styles, and others will be awkward. I wish her the best though and hope she does well. Carrie Ann won't have to be all worried about lifts with her -- this girl can fly all on her own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uvp Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 i was gonna pick her to win easily but being short may be an issue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SugarB Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 She's just cute as a bug! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King123 Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 I always liked Nastya Lukin More.. but IM cheering for her.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SugarB Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 I loved her - she was graceful, and wonderful extension!! I think she is going to do great!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwishes Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 I really liked her also. Very graceful and she does have that extension that comes from gymnastics. Good job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uvp Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 i caught most of her performance talk about natural grace looked very good best of night imho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwishes Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 UVP, I've been noticing that you are always pretty much "right on" for performances and calling it for AI also. (Just don't knock the French guy). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SugarB Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 UVP is good at judging this stuff (and I concur, leave frenchie alone - he's hot!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uvp Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 UVP, I've been noticing that you are always pretty much "right on" for performances and calling it for AI also. (Just don't knock the French guy). yeah i try but bb is my show dancing with the stars i tend to overscore or underscore at times i am still learning how to judge the performance will you be my guide? but i am glad you're here for the fun here and on idols boards bb is so not fun due to all the fights everyone gets into including myself this bb 11 season i am just going to chill and not get into any fights its so calm here during idol and dwts very smoothing compared to bb mess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King123 Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 dang, I fell asleep! I still think I will be rooting for her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SugarB Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 She did really great, 123. You'd have liked it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 She should make it to the end and in the top 2 for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwishes Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 yeah i try but bb is my show dancing with the stars i tend to overscore or underscore at times i am still learning how to judge the performance will you be my guide? Uh, I don't think I'm qualified I usually just look for unison and fluidity myself. I just like what pleases me visually. You're doing much better than I am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jersey721 Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 She was graceful, beautiful and adorable all at the same time. I can't wait to see more of her. Definitely my top favorite of the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivy Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 She was really good. I have to root for her-- I'm from Iowa too, so she's a pretty big deal here. And really, a genuine, sweet kid, from what I've seen of her. Easy to root for. I think she could win, but I wonder if maybe Melissa won't get a lot of votes because of her situation. Besides that, Melissa was also really good and will probably be really great when she has more time to practice. I'm not sure Shawn can beat that combo of talent, fans, and votes from people who just want to stick it to Jason, and this is the only way they can. Shawn was my favorite for the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uvp Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 heavy hips the gymnastic didnt help here 6-7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonoerin Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 What a little cutey! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivy Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 I really liked her dance, but I knew what was coming from the judges. I wish her mom would have stood up and told them to lay off with the 'be more naughty' stuff, since she is only 17. There are a lot of 17 year olds who would have no problem with the, but I dare say Shawn's life has been different from the typical teenagers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SugarB Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 Loved, loved, LOVED her dance tonight. So beautiful and elegant. She is one of my favorites!! (and she's so cute - just a typical teen in many ways) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King123 Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 Very beautiful, and she did great. 9 for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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