Brittany Brannon (voiceover): Tonight, Season 5 comes to a spectacular closure as we announce the winners. After such an interesting final week (clips from Finals shown; mirrorball trophy shown), plus hard work throughout the entire season, will we be in for an unexpected surprise? LIVE! This is the Finale of Dancing with the Stars!
Kendall: Wow. That was certainly an interesting start to the finale! Hello, and welcome to the two-hour Season Finale of Dancing with the Stars! I'm Kendall Schmidt.
Brittany: And I'm Brittany Brannon. On Wednesday night, our finalists all tackled two dances each, as well as a Paso Doble Face-Off, to win over your votes and win the trophy! Tonight, they're back with their favorite Latin performance. Such a fun and fiesty last dance round!
Kendall: Before we get too far into the finals, let's take a look at how Wednesday's show went down!
A montage/recap of all of the dances from the Finals are played. A leaderboard recap is also played. Confessionals start playing (with our stars after their Freestyles).
Hayden: If I don't win, I'm gonna force choke someone (Julianne laughs)!
Eva: (laughing) Maybe the rain wasn't such a good idea. I'm freezing now!
Julia: This has been an amazing journey. Huge opportunity to even be in the finals! Any way I place on Saturday, I will be so honored!
Confessionals end
Kendall: Sadly, we only have one trophy to hand away. Right now, let's talk with the finalists to see which of them they would like to win! Hmm, I wonder who they'll want to win!
VT starts playing. We see extended interviews from Hayden, Julia, and Eva, who all say that the DWTSGame ha truly changed their perspectives on ballroom dancing. Hayden says winning would be the icing to the cake of his perfect season. Julia knows her chances of winning are slim, but she is still pleased to even be considered for winning, calling it as thrilling as being nominated for an Oscar. Eva says she would love to win a trophy for Alec. She claims that she is doing this all for him! Everyone is hoping for the best!
Kendall: I always do! Hey, do you remember Weeks 1 and 2 when the season started?
Brittany: Wasn't that just a few weeks ago? I think we saw Gavin Henson and Elena Grinenko try out guest judging for the first time, as well as Beyoncé scoring top honors. Am I remembering correctly Kendall?
Kendall: You are, actually! From sequins to show-stopping performances, take a look at Weeks 1 and 2!
VT plays with footage and highlights from Weeks 1 and 2 as our stars just begin to dance. We also see the pre-season footage from our most memorable contestants as they prepare for the season. We also see some of the most interesting comments from Gavin and Elena as the filled in for Valerie.
Brittany: Everyone, please welcome back some contestants we haven't seen in a very long time, Bob Saget, Anna Kournikova, Debra Jo Rupp, and Mark Henry!
Bob and Debra and Mark and Anna dance a group Cha-Cha to "I Like The Way You Move" by BodyRockers. The audience applauds when they finish.
Brittany: Sadly, none of these guys were around to reach Weeks 3 and 4, where we saw Elena return for time number 2, Beyonce was shockingly sent home, Hayden scored a perfect 40, and Eminem shockingly withdrew. Take a look!
VT plays for Weeks 3 and 4. We see all of the dances for both weeks and all of the drama that ensured.
Kendall: Now, please welcome back Cameron Diaz and Danny Trejo, along with their partners Neil and Ashly!
Danny & Ashly and Cameron & Neil perform a duel Samba to "You Sexy Thing" by Hot Chocolate. The audience applauds both dancers at the end.
Kendall: Now, for our music tonight, please welcome back Beyonce (audience cheers)!
Beyonce sings "Halo" as Chelsie and Mark dance a touching routine. The crowd is on their feet at the end!
Brittany: Right Kendall! In Week 5, we had a very entertaining Salsa Marathon.
Kendall: We then saw our stars dance to Disney tunes as Elena and Gavin returned to score Disney week! Take a look at all of the moments from these weeks now.
VT plays for Weeks 5 and 6. Both weeks saw a total of 11 special guest judges. All of our stars are shown having major improvements.
Brittany: Sadly, we had to say goodbye to three people during these 2 weeks. Here they all are! Please welcome back Clint Eastwood, Ryan Phillippe, and Joel Courtney!
Clint, Ryan, and Joel all dance a 'Dirty Harry' themed Tango to "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henry Mancini. The men are all wearing fancy suits and sporting nice shades. The women are all dressed in black dresses with their hair down. In the end, Ryan & Karina and Joel & Chelsie gather around Clint as he pulls out a .44 Magnum replica for a big finish!
Brittany: Here's the video!
VT plays for Weeks 7 and 8. We see all of the great dances from Weeks 7 and 8. We also see how well some of the couples handled the surprise dance round in Week 8, with 2 couples scoring 39's.
Kendall: Please welcome back the stars sent home these weeks! Denzel Washington, accompanied by Beyonce, and Gabrielle Giffords accompanied by her husband, Mark Kelly!
Denzel and Beyonce return to dance their Partner Ditch Cha-Cha-Cha to "Forget You" by Cee-Lo Green. Gabrielle and her husband, Mark (to massive cheers) dance Gabrielle's tearjerking Viennese Waltz from Partner Ditch Week to "Iris" by the Goo-Goo Dolls. The audience gives the couples a Standing O at the end.
Kendall: Me too, Brittany! Right now, we now want to get the most expert opinion possible for who the winner will possibly be. Let's see who our former champions think will become the new DWTSGame champion!
VT plays with extended interviews from Kendall, Jennifer, and Sandra. Kendall says he will miss being host next season first of all. Second of all, he says he really thinks that Eva will take the cake, if the men in America know what's good for them! Jennifer says she can't wait to co-host next season alongside Brittany. She also says that she hopes Hayden wins because she thought his 1920's freestyle was brilliant! Reigning champion, Sandra Bullock, is a little saddened she will have to pass on her torch. But she hopes that her torch goes to Julia Roberts, because Julia's Tango from Week 9 is Sandra's favorite dance of the season! They all hope the winner is deserving!
Brittany: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Jennifer Aniston (Jennifer walks on stage as the audience applauds)! Hey Jen! I can't believe I get to trade in Kendall for you as host next season! Are you excited?
Jennifer: Oh, so excited, Brittany! So excited. I just hope you guys are ready to see how I look in HD. I'm not a Miss Arizona, so I'm certainly not gorgeous like some people.
Kendall: Jen, it's okay if you're not as gorgeous as me. I'll forgive you.
Brittany: Kendall, she was talking to me! Geez! Now, Jennifer, are there any favorites for next season you're looking forward to?
Jennifer: Well, naturally, I'd have to say Tony and Jodie. But I'm also gonna root for Morgan, Joan, and Bill! There's gonna be so many fun contestants next season! Can't wait!
Kendall: I can hardly wait for Patrick and Kendra!
Jennifer: Kendall, can you see your way out of this AB conversation?
Kendall: Alright! This is my last night here! Can't I get some respect?
Brittany: Alright, Jen, Kendall's getting upset. I'll see ya soon girl (Jennifer hugs the hosts and leaves)! Happy now, Kendall?
Kendall: Aww, Jen come back. I'm sorry (audience laughs)!
Kendall: For these weeks, Elena Grinenko and Max Gao stopped by as fourth judges for their respective weeks. Both of these weeks saw a total of 3 perfect scores. Take a look!
VT for Weeks 9 and 10 plays. We see all the ups and downs of our five remaining contestants thes weeks. We also see the best and worst comments from our guest judges.
Kendall: Please welcome back our final eliminees, Emma and Mark and Betty and Corky!
Emma and Mark re-dance their breakthrough Rumba to "Never Gonna Leave This Bed" by Maroon 5. The audience is cheering loudly throughout the dance when Betty and Corky then dance a special Freestyle to "Don't You Want Me Baby" by Human League! The crowd cheers is on their feet when they finish!
Kendall: Now, back to sing is our special guest, Beyonce, along with our entire female cast of contestants and pro dancers!
Beyonce sings "Who Run The World (Girls)" as Edyta, Anna K., Liza, Debra, Kym, Cameron, Ashly, Anna T., Karina, Chelsie, Cheryl, Gabrielle, Emma, Betty, Julia, Julianne and Eva all perform a female-themed group dance to it. They are all dressed in black dresses, and the lights are dimmed down. By the end, Beyonce joins in on the dance, and the crowd is on their feet, screaming loudly!
Kendall: Our judges will be our outgoing judge's panel of Carrie Ann, Len, and Bruno (audience cheers)!
Brittany: And the music will be to "Crazy In Love" provided by Beyonce (audience goes wild)!
Kendall: Man, I wish I could sing that many times in one night! Now, I'll quit stalling so we can get started (audience cheers Kendall off-stage)!
The competition starts as Beyonce sings "Crazy In Love". The judges are paired as such: Natalie & Mark, Elena & Tony, and Valerie & Derek. They start doing their best at the Cha-Cha, with Elena doing obviously better than Natalie and Valerie. Len holds up the paddle to eliminate Natalie first. Elena and Valerie battle it out for 2 minutes until Len holds up the sign for Elena and Tony to be the winners. The audience applauds as Elena and Tony stop dancing and Beyonce's song finishes.
Kendall: Brittany, they are pros! Now, we go to the judges to see who they think will become the new DWTSGame champion!
VT plays with extended interviews from Carrie Ann, Len, Bruno, and Valerie. Carrie Ann says she has seen the biggest improvement in Julia, and hopes she wins. Len says Hayden has been the most consistent and wants him to win. Bruno says Eva has been smokin' hot all season, and she is also a very deserving winner! Valerie says she also hopes Eva's wild Freestyle was enough for America to get her the trophy! They all agree the race to the trophy is completely unpredictable this time!
Brittany: Totally agree! Right now, before we begin our final round, let's go to some of our eliminated stars to see who they think will win (Brittany is standing near the stars). Let's start with Bob Saget. Bob, who do you think will win?
Bob: Umm... Remind me who the finalists are (audience laughs)! I think the winner's probably going to either be Hayden or Eva, because your fanbase is mostly male from what I've heard. They could've voted for either/or (audience boos quietly).
Brittany: Alright then. (moves over to Debra) Debra Jo Rupp, our little burst of energy! Debra, how about you?
Debra: Oh, I'm not sure. Since I was eliminated, there really hasn't been a clear winner (audience laughs)! Honestly, though, this season's race is too close to call!
Brittany: I know, Deb! (moves over to Cameron) Cameron Diaz, who should win, to you?
Cameron: Even though I got into a little catfight with her in a movie, I'd love to see Julia win! She has been on fire these past few weeks! I think she has what it takes to win!
Brittany: Alright, Thanks! (moves to Beyonce) Beyonce, everyone here thought we'd be handing you the trophy. Since you won't be winning, who should win, to you?
Beyonce: Yeah, it was really sad to have to leave so fast, but I had so much fun! Me, personally, I'm pullin' for my girl Eva to win! She's been such a good dancer and she deserves it way more than I did!
Brittany: Aww, modest, B! Modest! (moves to Clint) Clint Eastwood, one of our most iconic dancers ever! Who do you think will be the winner?
Clint: Well, I've had the honor of being handed an Oscar by Julia, and I would really love to see a good pal win. She should win, to me (audience cheers).
Brittany: Two for Julia! (moves to Gabrielle) Gabrielle Giffords, our ultimate survivor. Gabby, who has earned the trophy in your eyes?
Gabrielle: I would love to see Julia win. I would really love it. She has been amazing. She deserves it! Go Julia (audience cheers loudly)!
Brittany: (moves to Betty) And finally, Betty White! Betty, since you won't be winning, who would you like to win on your behalf?
Betty: Whoever wins, I'll just steal the trophy back, anyways (audience cracks up)! I have to agree with Debra down there. The winner will be a surprise no matter what! It's way too close to call! But still, it's mine! (audience laughs)
Brittany: Well, the choice is up to our viewers! Thanks again to everyone for signing up (cast cheers)!
Brittany: AND FINALLY... THE PART YOU'VE BEEN WAITING THE PAST 75 MINUTES FOR (audience cheers)!
Kendall: This season of the DWTSGame has seen many memorable contestants that have all danced amazing performances. We've seen a multiple acting icons take to the floor...
Brittany: We've seen tons of premature eliminations...
Kendall: And we've also seen a very shocking withdrawal from one of our lower scoring contestants!
Brittany: Yet, sadly, none of them were able to pull off the task of reaching the finals. That honor went to these three amazing contestants:
lights turn red
Kendall: When this fearful actor took to the floor, he did not start out on top. It was a breakthrough Star Wars themed dance in Week 3 that proved that this man was the one to watch this season. By tonight, he has achieved four perfect scores, multiple stays at first place, and two encores. Please welcome actor Hayden Christensen and his partner, Julianne Hough (Hayden and Julianne enter the ballroom to massive applause; they go and stand on an elevated box)!
Brittany: This actress-slash-model has showed us that you can be sexy and still be a great dancer. From a massively entertaining Cha-Cha in Week 1, to some of the most acclaimed performances we have ever seen, this woman has proven to be a marvelous dancer. Only two trips to the bottom-two put a dent in her perfect journey. Please welcome actress Eva Mendes and her partner, Alec Mazo (Eva and Alec enter the ballroom to massive applause; they go and stand on a box next to Hayden)!
Kendall: When she began her dancing journey, she was called 'nervous' by our judges. Her first score was under 30. The week after, she danced a groundbreaking Jive, which won her her first of two encores! Since then, she has scored a score of 38 five time! She has really proven that she is an interesting contestant that you better keep your eyes on! Please welcome actress Julia Roberts and her partner, Maksim Chmerkovskiy (Julia and Maksim enter to massive applause; they stand on their box next to Eva)!
regular lighting returns
Brittany: First up for the last time, Hayden and Julianne!
In Hayden's VT, he talks about his time on the DWTSGame. He is a little bummed out that he will stop dancing with Julianne, but admits, he's made a strong bond with her. They're friends for life, now! They decide to go out in style with Hayden's perfect scoring Star Wars Paso from Week 3.
Voiceover: Dancing the Paso Doble, Hayden Christensen and his partner Julianne Hough.
Hayden is in an unbuttoned black vest dress shirt, sporting a cape as well. Julianne is in an all black Paso Doble outfit. The pair dances to John Williams' Imperial March, better known as the Darth Vader theme song. Once finished they run to Brittany.
Brittany: Well, Hayden, you finished you dancing journey! Let's get your final judge's comments.
Carrie Ann: Hayden, you will go down as one of the Top 5 greatest male dancers EVER on our game! You've been just amazing. I'm so glad you did this Paso as a goodbye treat for me. It resembles you: Perfection (wild cheers)!
Len: Hayden, my boy! You have been amazing this season. I can admit, you've reserved a spot in my heart this season. You know how great you did! Good luck (wild cheers)!
Bruno: This was the perfect dance to end with. Power, drama, attack, passion, everything to make the perfect Paso! Carrie Ann is right. It is your dance. You are the most haunting, sexy male dancer this show has ever seen (wild cheers)!
Valerie: That was incredible, Hayden! Full of power, strength and passion! You deserve to be here (huge cheers)!
Brittany: (hugs Hayden) You've been great, Hayde! Up you go to Kendall.
Hayden and Julianne take a glorified last walk up to Kendall.
Kendall: What an explosive way to go out! Hayden, what are you going to do after tonight when the season ends?
Hayden: Um... well, I hear there's an opening for Mickey Mouse at Disneyland. I hope I can land that job!
Kendall: Well, that sounds like a fun job! Here are your last scores of the season, Hayden!
Will the judges please reveal their scores?
Carrie Ann Inaba: 10 (wild cheers)
Len Goodman: 10 (wild cheers)
Bruno Tonioli: 10 (wild cheers)
Valerie Hashburntar: 10 (wild cheers)
Total: 40 (wild cheers)
Kendall: Amazing final score! Congrats on finishing your journey, Hayden. Over to Brittany for the next couple!
In Eva's VT, she starts crying as she realizes she will stop dancing with Alec after tonight. She admits, they have bonded so much. She has grown to love him like a brother. They have had an amazing journey, and want to finish the way they started - with their wild and exciting Cha-Cha!
Voiceover: Dancing the Cha-Cha-Cha, Eva Mendes and her partner, Alec Mazo.
Eva is wearing a short, gold dress. Alec is wearing a cut-open black shirt. The pair dance to Maroon 5 and Christina Aguilera's hit, Moves Like Jagger. Once finished they dance to Brittany.
Brittany: Of course you would end your hot journey with one of your sexiest dances, Eva!
Carrie Ann: Well, there we have it! One of our hottest contestants ever just finished her journey! Eva, this dance defied you. We knew you would make it to the finals when you did it in Week 1. Now, you're doing it in the finale, after you've learned so much. It was perfect (audience cheers)!
Len: Eva, I'll admit I had my doubts about how well of a dancer you were, but after that dance... (aLen stands us and dances foolishly, whoo-hooing; audience is hysterical)!
Bruno: I totally agree! Eva, you ARE our hottest contestant ever. I will miss you next season! How ever will I get through a show without my little sex bomb to spark my fire? You've done amazing! Great job (audience cheers)!
Valerie: You sure have the moves! You've shown yourself off tonight! Congrats, Eva (audience cheers)!
Brittany: Amazing last comments, now take your last walk up to Kendall for your last scores of the season!
Eva and Alec take a long walk up to Kendall.
Kendall: Of all the sexy dances you've done, Eva, THAT may have been your sexiest! Eva, how does it make you feel, now that it's just about over?
Eva: I feel so blessed that America has voted me to where I am. It's been amazing, I've had so much fun. No matter where I place, I will be honored!
Kendall: We're honored to have you here! Let's get your final scores of the season, Eva!
Will the judges please reveal their scores?
Carrie Ann Inaba: 10 (large cheers)
Len Goodman: 10 (large cheers)
Bruno Tonioli: 10 (large cheers)
Valerie Hashburntar: 10 (large cheers)
TOTAL: 40 (Eva yelps and hugs Alec, who lifts her)
Kendall: Perfect score number five! Great job, congrats Team Mendazo! Back to Brittany.
In Julia's VT, she is proud that he was able to help Maksim to his second finale in a row. Cher made it to second place, so A LOT of pressure is on Julia to do well. She admits she will miss Maksim; she tells us that their chemistry was great and they got along so well. Julia has no trouble in picking her favorite latin dance - her breakthrough Jive from Week 2!
Voiceover: Dancing the Jive, Julia Roberts and her partner, Maksim Chmerkovskiy.
Julia is wearing a short red, polka-dot dress. Maksim is wearing a black dress shirt. The pair dances to Dion & The Belmonts' Runaround Sue. Once finished they walk to Brittany.
Brittany: Great job, Team Jaks! I'm so proud of how far you guys have gotten! Let's get your final comments, and the final comments of the season!
Carrie Ann: Oh my god Julia! The perfect way to end a perfect journey! From humble beginnings to have great chances at winning, you've really proven to be a surprise hit this season! Great job, this Jive was so classy and energetic, it may have been the best Jive ever! Right up there with Sandra's Jive!
Len: With great dances like that, that trophy is yours. You have really shown the ultimate story of triumph this season, Julia! This dance was my favorite of yours, I am glad you did it again (audience cheers)!
Bruno: The Jive that may go down as the best Jive ever! Amazing job, didn't miss a beat - which as I can remember, wasn't too easy for you 9 weeks ago. You've improved tremendously, and you have all my blessings, darling (audience cheers)!
Valerie: I loved that. It wasn't as amazing when you first did it but now it's amazing, incredible, and remarkable (audience cheers)!
Brittany: Wow... The final comments of the season are over. Go up to Kendall for the final scores of Season 5!
Julia and Maksim proudly take a long walk over up to Kendall.
Kendall: Great final dance of the season, Julia! How will you adjust to not having to train for next week or getting to see Maks?
Julia: Oh my god, this has all been such an amazing experience! I have Maksim to thank the most. He has truly changed me in the sense that I now have a newfound confidence in myself! I am so grateful!
Kendall: We're so proud! Now, I am honored to give you the final scores of the season. Here they are!
Will the judges please reveal their scores?
Carrie Ann Inaba: 10 (large cheers)
Len Goodman: 10 (large cheers)
Bruno Tonioli: 10 (large cheers)
Valerie Hashburntar: 10 (large cheers)
TOTAL: 40 (audience cheers loudly)
Kendall: Whoo-hoo! That's the kind of last scores I want to see! And there you have it. Season 5 has been officially and completely scored. Over to Brittany!
Kendall: (now onstage) And now, we have a special goodbye video for our judges as they pass on their duties to Natalie, Elena, and Valerie. Please, take a look!
VT Starts. We see many of the funny, crazy, wild, serious, upsetting, mean, and interesting comments made by Carrie Ann, Len, and Bruno throughout the seasons. We get interviews from the hosts and pros, saying they will miss Carrie Ann, Len, and Bruno when they leave. Although not always the nicest, everyone agrees they are a stern force to be reckoned with! No one dares to mess with them!
Kendall: And now, we would like to "swear in" our new panel of judges. So, Carrie Ann, Len, Bruno, if you would please step away from the desk (The judges tearfully get up).
Brittany: Guys, truly, thank you for all that you have done. You made this show what it was! Thank you for all of your hard work (audience cheers)!
Kendall: And now, Natalie, Elena, and Valerie, if you woud please, sit down and assume your roles as our new panel of judges (The new judges step up from the audience and claim their seats; the audience cheers). Good luck, ladies! How does it feel?
Natalie: I think I can speak for all of us when I say that next season's judging panel will include some very interesting and diverse comments and scores! I know we all cannot wait!
Brittany: Well, we cannot wait to have you guys!
Brittany: Hayden and Julianne, Eva and Alec, and Julia and Maksim have all made it to the finals, but one of them must sadly go home right now.
Kendall: After combining your votes at home with the judges scores from Wednesday night and tonight, we can now reveal the couple falling short of the trophy, landing it third place.
Dramatic elimination music plays
Kendall: (camera goes to Hayden) Hayden and Julianne. Hayden, after earing encore #2 last week, you came back this week to give us a very memorable 1920's Freestyle that got the judges raving. Has your amazing week gotten you into the final two?
Brittany: (camera goes to Eva) Eva and Alec. Eva, after earing your highest and lowest scoring dances last week, you provided us with one of the wildest, craziest, and wettest Freestyles ever. Will your valiant efforts carry you through into the final two?
Kendall: (camera goes to Julia) Julia and Maksim. Julia, your dances this week didn't exactly score the highest with our judges. You've provided us some of your most entertaining routines, this season, though! Does America want you in the final two?
Brittany: (camera pans Hayden, Eva, and Julia) Hayden and Julianne... Eva and Alec... Julia and Maksim... On this eleventh week of competition, the couple with the lowest overall total and therefore landing in third place is...
Elimination music plays and camera pans in
Brittany: Eva and Alec. (audience gives Eva a standing O; Eva hugs Alec)
Kendall: Ah, Eva, come down and join us (Eva and Alec walk down to Brittany and Kendall)!
Brittany: Eva, we're so sad to see you go. Any final thoughts?
Eva: No, no, really, it's fine! Third place is one of the best places to finish! I couldn't be prouder of myself. This journey has been extraordinary. Thank you for having me (audience cheers).
Kendall: Alec, congrats on one of your best seasons ever with Eva. Thoughts?
Alec: You're completely right, Eva has made this one my most favorite seasons ever. We had so many laughs and great moments and got to bond so much. I could not be prouder of her (Eva and Alec hugs goodbye)!
Brittany: Well, to say goodbye, we have a little video prepared for you. Take a look.
Goodbye VT plays. Eva and Alec are seen in the corner of the screen tearing up and hugging as they rewatch some of their best moments of the season. Eva tells us she has been so blessed by the experience of the DWTSGame. She wouldn't trade it in for the world!
Kendall: Sadly, Eva and Alec won't be in the final two. But Hayden and Julianne and Julia and Maksim are. And they're about to find out which one of them will take home the trophy!
Brittany: AND FINALLY, the moment you've waited for for the past eleven weeks! It's now time to announce the winners of Season 5.
Kendall: After eleven hard-fought weeks of competition, Hayden and Julianne and Julia and Maksim have found themselves as the last two standing. After scoring multiple high scores each and hundreds of positive comments between them, Hayden and Julia have both shown that they are the stars to beat.
Brittany: But only one of these two fine competitors will be the winner of Season 5. So, we will now reveal the new champions of the DWTSGame. Good luck to you both.
Dramatic elimination music plays
Kendall: (camera goes to Hayden) Hayden and Julianne. Hayden, you showed us early on that you were the guy to watch this season, with a perfect scoring Paso. Since then, tons of 10's, and even a few 40's, have followed. Does America want to crown you the champion (audience cheers loudly; Hayden smiles)?
Brittany: (camera goes to Julia) Julia and Maksim. Julia, we can honestly say that you have improved tremendously since your first dance. With many great dances, no stays in the bottom-two, two encores, and now two perfect scoring performances, you've shown a tremendous change which the audience has obviously loved. But, do they want you as their champion (audience cheers loudly; Julia smiles wide)?
Kendall: (camera pans Hayden and Julia) Hayden and Julianne... Julia and Maksim... The winners, and new champions, of the DWTSGame are...
Very long pause, elimination music plays and camera pans in; audience is screaming, cheering on their favorite couple, Julianne closes her eyes, Hayden grins and laughs. Julia looks over at Hayden and Julianne, then to the crowd. Maksim reassuringly pats Julia's shoulders.
Kendall: JULIA and MAKSIM! (audience goes crazy!; Julia stumbles back in shock and starts laughing, Maksim smiles wide and hugs her; fireworks go off)
Brittany: Which means Hayden and Julianne are the runners-up! (Hayden and Julianne applaud Julia and Maksim)
Julia: (speechless) Oh my god! This is completely, 100%, totally, completely unexpected! I am beyond honored that America wanted me to be the winner. All I can say is thank you! This is greater than winning an Oscar. You all have made me the happiest woman alive (Julia tears up; audience cheers)!
Kendall: and Maksim, FINALLY! You are a DWTS champion! How do you feel?
Maksim: Completely blessed! I am so freaking proud of Julia. I knew she could pull it off! America, thank you so much for choosing the right winner! Julia, you are amazing, great job (Julia and Maksim hug; audience cheers)!
Kendall: Great job! Brittany?
Brittany: (over with Hayden and Julianne) Thanks Kendall, Congrats Julia and Maks! This is such an amazing win! Now, Hayden... We really thought you would be the winner, but since you're not, what will you take away from the competition?
Hayden: Man, I hope I take away a HUGE, GIGANTIC, MASSIVE paycheck (audience laughs)! As much I would've liked to win, I am amazed that Julia got to win. If I could lose to anyone, losing to an Oscar winning actress is fine in my book. Congrats, Jules (audience cheers)!
Brittany: and Julianne, your thoughts?
Julianne: Wow, it's over! I can't believe that's it. No more golden hairspray dances with Hayden. No more 1920's Freestyles, no more Star Wars Paso's. I've sincerely had the most fun ever this season with Hayden. He's just like the brother I WISH I had! I'm going to miss him so much, but I'll definitely keep in touch (Hayden and Julianne hug)!
Brittany: Don't worry about finishing second! Bigger things could be in store! Over to Kendall for a great moment in DWTSGame history!
The audience screams as Julia is handed the trophy! She and Maksim hold hands and hoist it high, with huge smiles on both of their faces. The cast then comes down to put Julia and Maksim on their shoulders, later crowd surfing the cast.
Kendall: It was a very well deserved win! And don't forget to tune back in in nine days from now, when Season 6 premiers.
Brittany: With stars like Jodie Foster, P!nk, Justin Timberlake, Joan Rivers, Morgan Freeman, and Bill Clinton, you will not want to miss Season 6, premiering on January 25th, 2012 for a two week long season premier event!
Kendall: But until then, I'm Kendall Schmidt. Have fun on Season 6 and I'll see you all back for Season 7!
Brittany: And I'm Brittany Brannon! Goodbye and thank you for watching Season 5!
Audience cheers, Julia (clutching her trophy tightly) and Maksim are still surfing the crowd; credits play, camera fades out