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

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

Dancing With the Stars co-host Julianne Hough had a moment with Danny Amendola that sent fans into a frenzy during the season 33 finale on Nov. 26. 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 bed inspired by Ken’s Mojo Dojo Casa House to perform their scores in to receive.

Hough started the banter by asking Amendola how it felt to dance as Ken. The former NFL star brazenly 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 grinned and joked, “Oh, is that an invitation?” before the focus seamlessly returns to the scores.

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

Although Amendola and Carson finished fifth in the competition, the lively exchange became a standout moment in the finals. It also tied in 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 man wherever I can find one.”

Meanwhile, Amendola is downplaying dating rumors about TikToker Xandra Pohl, describing her as “a friend.” (via E! News)