Jana Kramer Shares Candid Thoughts on Dancing with the Stars
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Actress and singer Jana Kramer recently opened up about her experience competing on Dancing with the Stars. During an episode of her Unmask and Unwhine podcast on March 26, she discussed her time on the popular dance competition show alongside guest Candace Cameron Bure. The podcast serves as a platform for guests to reflect on their experiences on the Fox series, The Masked Singer.
Kramer, 41, who participated in season 12 of The Masked Singer, expressed her apprehensions about competing on Dancing with the Stars, highlighting her lack of dance expertise as a source of insecurity. Comparing the two shows, she mentioned feeling more at ease on The Masked Singer due to the anonymity the mask provided, allowing her to have fun without the pressure of being judged solely on her dancing abilities.
Admitting that Dancing with the Stars was not her favourite among reality TV competitions, Kramer emphasized that her time on the show was challenging due to her dance skills. In season 23 of DWTS, Kramer partnered with professional dancer Gleb Savchenko and eventually clinched the fourth position. Prior to her DWTS stint, Kramer first appeared on CMT’s Can You Duet in 2008 before transitioning to the dance competition world.
Cameron Bure, who herself participated in season 18 of DWTS alongside partner Mark Ballas, echoed Kramer’s sentiments regarding feeling insecure on the dance show. Despite the insecurities, Cameron Bure expressed her fondness for the experience on DWTS, encouraging others to take part in the show due to the enriching journey it offers.
Reflecting on her elimination from The Masked Singer, Cameron Bure shared her disappointment at being the first to exit in her group, revealing her nerves and fears about singing in front of a live audience. Likewise, Kramer recounted her readiness to leave the show as it progressed, only to find herself emotional upon her elimination as she grappled with the idea of losing.
Both Kramer and Cameron Bure’s candid conversations shed light on the emotional rollercoaster that comes with participating in high-stakes reality TV competitions. Their stories serve as a reminder that behind the glitz and glamour, contestants often face internal struggles and vulnerabilities that can make or break their experiences on these shows.
As fans eagerly tune in to watch The Masked Singer and Dancing with the Stars, they now have a deeper insight into the challenges and triumphs that contestants like Jana Kramer and Candace Cameron Bure navigate throughout their time on these popular programmes. Don’t miss the latest updates on your favourite celebrities and reality TV shows by subscribing to PEOPLE’s newsletter for a daily dose of entertainment news.