When Stephen Nedoroscik showcased that beautiful pommel horse to win the U.S. men’s gymnastics team the bronze medal, almost no one could have considered him a finalist on Dancing With the Stars three months later. Yet here we are. Now the gymnast has the chance to accomplish something incredible on Tuesday by adding the DWTS trophy to his already stellar list of achievements this year. But with contestants like Ilona Maher, Chandler Kinney, and Joey Graziadei still left, this task won’t be easy at all.

His biggest challenge would probably be the last, as Joey has received high praise from fans and scored an impressive 58/60 from the judges. This stellar performance has put him in the lead for victory, with his sights firmly set on the trophy. Looking back on his journey, the first Bachelor contestant has truly had a remarkable run on the show.

All about Joey Graziadei’s DWTS journey leading up to the finale

Together with his partner Jenna Johnson, Joey Graziadei has continued to grow as a dancer and performer every week. The duo has consistently introduced new styles and innovative choreography in almost every episode, earning acclaim from fans and judges alike. Their progress was also evident on the scoresheet, culminating in their first perfect 30 during the semi-finals.

By qualifying for the finals, Joey Graziadei became the first former Bachelor contestant ever to do so, making reality television history. When he spoke to the US weekly after the semi-finals, he expressed his joy in words. He said, “It’s incredible… It was a great night. We knew we had two dances that we loved and for it all to come together, for it to be what it was, it’s everything we hoped for. So right now I’m just really happy.” Joey also revealed how he and his partner were already making plans for the finale, “My mind just thinks, ‘Okay, next week, next week, I have to do it again.’ So next week will mean a lot for Joey Graziadei.

Who are Joey Graziadei’s parents? Learn all about the DWTS star’s family

Joey Graziadei’s parents are Nick Graziadei and Cathy Pagliaro. When Joey was in kindergarten, his father came out as gay, leading to his parents’ divorce. Despite this, Joey said that both Nick and Cathy have been great co-parents. He often expresses his admiration for his father, calling him one of his favorite people in the world. Joey also shares a strong bond with his mother, as he lived with her during his upbringing.

To this day, the parents have a very cordial relationship, which Nick revealed during his appearance on the ‘Bachelor Happy Hour’ podcast. He said, “Making that decision (to come out) and her getting sick was also hard because I thought, ‘What am I doing here?’… I still love Cathy, but it’s just as if that happiness wouldn’t go away. to be there, and it was unfair to (the children).” So they are both very close to each other and even attended the Bachelor finale. That’s why they are also expected to be present at the blockbuster Dancing with the Stars finale.

Who is Joey Graziadei’s fiance, Kelsey Anderson?

For his performances, Joey Graziadei has certainly earned the praise and love of the fans. But for him, his biggest fan is his fiancée, Kelsey Anderson. She has stood by him throughout this journey and provided him with motivation when needed. “Kelsey is emotionally invested, that’s for sure.” the DWTS contestant told FIRST for Women. “I think every time I look at her I blow her a kiss before we dance. She looks a lot more nervous than I do,’ he added. This is very much a reflection of their relationship, which blossomed in a unique way.

Kelsey Anderson was one of the contestants on Bachelor season 28 who competed for Joey Graziadei. During the season finale, Joey asked her the question, to which she said yes. Apparently, they became a couple long before the show ended, but had to hide their relationship from others until the finale, which they managed to do successfully. They have since gotten engaged and have supported each other in every facet of life, including Dancing With the Stars.

The DWTS star’s career highlights and major achievements

Joey Graziadei is a tennis player by profession and lives in Pennsylvania. He has now also been given the professional title of coaching the sport, working at Kukuiula Resort in Hawaii as their lifestyle and experience ambassador. Since then, the player has achieved a lot on reality television, first appearing on Bachelorette season 20 as a contestant vying for Charity Lawson’s hand in marriage.

He eventually lost to Dotun Olebeko, who became engaged to Charity. But as a reward for his second-place finish, he landed the Bachelor on the show’s 28th season, where he eventually met his fiancée, Kelsey Anderson. Now, Tuesday, he’s aiming for another major reality TV glory as DWTS champion. He definitely has what it takes to win the show, but he would face tremendous challenges from the other contestants. Therefore, it will be a great finale for the viewers.