The magic and glamour of the ballroom is back for the sixth series of
Dancing of the Stars. The highly anticipated return of Dancing with
the Stars kicked off with a dynamic array of celebrities dancing for
their favourite charities. Our favourite quartet of judges, Todd
McKenney, Helen Richey, Paul Mercurio and Mark Wilson who were also
joined by internationally acclaimed guest judge Bruno Tonioli.

Known for his `passionate' and sometimes `too truthful' delivery when
judging the couples in the UK's Strictly Come Dancing and the American
version of Dancing with the Stars, Bruno Tonioli was sure to add to
the nerves of the celebrities and their dancing partners on the night.

Co-host, Sonia Kruger, was stunning in a Toni Maticevski white gown
with matching diamante shoes and jewellery. Five new professional
dancers partnered the celebrity dancers this season - Kimberley Davies
with newcomer Paul Zaidman, Fifi Box and Paul Green, Naomi Robson with
Steven Grace, Todd Woodbridge with fresh face Emily Reilly and Tatiana
Grigorieva with partner Brendan Humphreys while Linda De Nicola
returned with Wendell Sailor, Eliza Campagna with David Graham, series
five winner Natalie Lowe with Tim Campbell, John-Paul Collins with
Kate Ceberano and Jamie Durie was paired with series four winner
Amanda Garner.

Tonight the celebrities and their professional dancing partners
performed either the quickstep or the cha cha.

Opening the show was rugby player Wendell Sailor, dressed in silver
and black, showed off his rhythm with a cha cha, accompanied by
stunning partner Linda De Nicola who partnered Andrew Gaze it the last
series. Todd remarked on the 'hot' start the show and the other judges
remarked on his natural and funky ability. A fantastic start to the show!

Scores: Todd 6, Helen 6, Paul 6, Mark 6, Bruno 6

Olympic athlete Tatiana Grigorieva and her newcomer partner, Brendan
Humphreys hit the dancefloor with a brave effort in the first
Quickstep for the series. Bruno exclaimed she was a "true Russian Rocket!"

Scores: Todd 8, Helen 8, Paul 7, Mark 8, Bruno 8

Familiar with live audiences on television, farmer and reality
television contestant, David Graham dressed in all black and his
partner, Eliza Campagna took to the floor with an energetic cha cha.
Todd cheekily remarked he looked good until he started dancing and
there `was enough wood on the floor and David didn't need to add to
it', David needs to relax and rely on his gorgeous partner for
guidance and lose the stiffness. Bruno said he was definitely the
"charming farmer".

Scores: Todd 2, Helen 4, Paul 4, Mark 4, Bruno 4

Home and Away's very own Tim Campbell and his gorgeous partner Natalie
Lowe took on the difficult and fast paced Quickstep routine. All the
judges were impressed with the good posture, timing and most of all
good partnering. Last year's Dancing Champion, Kouta was a guest in
the audience and couldn't pass on any tips as he reckoned Tim excelled
in his first attempt and was the top scorer for the night.

Scores: Todd 8, Helen 8, Paul 8, Mark 8, Bruno 9

An incredibly nervous blonde bombshell Kimberley Davies dressed in a
scarlet sparkly pink gown and her partner, Paul Zaidman took to the
floor with the cha cha. The judges remarked on the great connection
between the couple, Kimberley is such a beautiful woman, they need to
show the emotion with Bruno ending the comments with "make us melt"!

Scores: Todd 5, Helen 5, Paul 6, Mark 6, Bruno 7

Swapping the court for the dancefloor, champion tennis player, Todd
Woodbridge and his partner Emily Reilly stepped onto the floor with
much aplomb in a fast moving and fun loving Quickstep. The judges
warned Todd to watch his posture and remarked on his relaxed efforts,
Bruno exclaimed "Mr Charisma"!

Scores: Todd 8, Helen 7, Paul 8, Mark 8, Bruno 8

Not a stranger to performing on stage, singer extraordinaire, Fifi
Box, dressed in sunny yellow dress and partner Paul Green excitedly
took to the floor with a confident cha cha. Todd mentioned the
couples' smiles and 'you two were on fire', while the other judges
suggested to polish the performance and technique and perhaps they
will be the champions.

Scores: Todd 7, Helen 6, Paul 6, Mark 6, Bruno 6

Seven's very own journalist/television presenter, Naomi Robson dressed
in a light pink gown with partner Steven Grace took to the floor with
a graceful Quickstep. The judges including international guest judge,
Bruno suggested trying to relax and watch the posture.

Scores: Todd 5, Helen 5, Paul 5, Mark 5, Bruno 6

Last but not least, Jamie Durie dressed in all black and his elegant
partner Amanda Garner, hit the dancefloor with a seductive and
confident cha cha. All the judges mentioned the connection between the
two, yet to watch the leading and footwork.

Scores: Todd 6, Helen 6, Paul 6, Mark 7, Bruno 7

What a sensational start to the 2007 series?! Want to find out more
about your favourite celebrity? To ensure your favourite couple
remains in the competition, check out how to vote. You can also check
out the exclusive photos and video highlights. Dancing With The Stars
returns next Tuesday with our celebrities and their exciting partners
tackle the Tango and Jive!
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