Joe Amabile’s pep talk convinces Joey Graziadei to join ‘DWTS’

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The Bachelorette’s Joe Amabile Boosts Fellow Bachelor Star’s Confidence

The Bachelorette’s Joe Amabile provided fellow Bachelor franchise star Joey Graziadei with a confidence boost when he was considering joining Dancing With the Stars. Graziadei shared on a recent episode of Amabile’s Bachelor Happy Hour podcast how Amabile’s encouragement helped him overcome his fears and doubts about performing on the show.

Graziadei recalled Amabile’s words of encouragement, “You were like, ‘I sucked, and it was still so much fun.’ That made me feel like I should do it regardless of the outcome. You gave me the confidence to go for it, even if I wasn’t going to be the best at it.”

Amabile’s Influence on Graziadei’s Decision

Before Graziadei made his decision to join DWTS, he met Amabile and his wife Serena Pitt at a movie premiere in New York. Amabile’s support and advice played a significant role in Graziadei’s choice to participate in the show.

Graziadei expressed, “You did, Joe — 100 percent.” Talking to Amabile and other friends who had been on the show before helped him gain the confidence to take on the challenge.

Amabile’s own success on DWTS inspired Graziadei to follow in his footsteps and aim for the Mirrorball trophy, which eventually became a reality for Graziadei on season 33.

Memorable Seasons on DWTS

DWTS pro Jenna Johnson, who partnered with both Amabile and Graziadei on their respective seasons, shared how she enjoyed working with Graziadei despite his lack of dance experience. The fun and lighthearted approach they took to rehearsals made the experience memorable for both of them.

Johnson also reminisced about her time with Amabile, joking about a mishap during a dance routine that almost resulted in an injury.

Listen to Amabile and Graziadei on Bachelor Happy Hour above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How did Joe Amabile help Joey Graziadei with his decision to join DWTS?

A: Joe Amabile’s words of encouragement and support gave Joey Graziadei the confidence to pursue his dreams of participating in Dancing With the Stars.

Q: What impact did Amabile’s success on DWTS have on Graziadei?

A: Amabile’s success on DWTS inspired Graziadei to aim for the Mirrorball trophy and become the first male Bachelor franchise alum to win it.

Q: How did Jenna Johnson describe her experience working with Graziadei on DWTS?

A: Jenna Johnson enjoyed working with Graziadei despite his limited dance experience, citing their fun and enjoyable rehearsals as a highlight of their time together on the show.

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