What did Julianne Hough say about Danny Amendola flirting with her?

Julianne Hough caused excitement during Dancing With the Stars season 33 finale, when a playful moment with participant Danny Amendola took an unexpected turn. Her response to his bold comment quickly became a hot topic, leaving fans eager to know more. So what did Hough say about Danny Amendola flirting with her?

Here’s a closer look at the moment that stole the limelight.

Dancing With the Stars co-host Julianne Hough had a moment with Danny Amendola that had fans buzzing during the Nov. 26 season 33 finale. After Amendola and his partner, Witney Carson, performed a Barbie-themed freestyle to Lizzo’s “Pink” and Ryan Gosling’s “I’m Just Ken,” the trio gathered on a prop inspired by Ken’s Mojo Dojo Casa House to receive their scores.

Hough started the banter by asking Amendola how it felt to dance as Ken. The former NFL star cheekily turned the spotlight back on her, replying: “I think the real question, Julianne, is why are you in my bed?” Without missing a beat, Hough smiled and cooed, “Oh, is that an invitation?” before seamlessly returning your focus to the scores.

The flirtatious interplay drew laughter from the audience. It even caught Hough’s brother, fellow referee Derek Hough, off guard, prompting his amused reaction: “What’s going on?!” Meanwhile, Carson seemed surprised.

Although Amendola and Carson finished fifth in the contest, the spirited exchange became a sensational moment in the finals. It also fit with Hough’s recent comments about her single status. After finalizing her divorce from Brooks Laich in 2022, she joked during an earlier episode, “I’m single and I’m looking for a guy where I can find one.”

Meanwhile, Amendola has played down dating rumors involving TikToker Xandra Pohl, describing her as “a friend.” (via E! News)