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Donegal presenter Eric Roberts put on the ‘greatest show’ yet to secure another week on RTE’s Dancing with the Stars.
The Downings man’s poise and posture were spot on for a ferocious Paso Doble to “The Greatest Show” by Panic! At the Disco.
Eric and his pro dance partner Arianna Favaro earned a superb score of 46 tonight and avoided yet another dance-off.
Sunday night marked the 100th episode of the show, with Nicky Byrne returning to the ballroom for one night only. Swapping hosting duties for a seat at the judges’ desk, the Westlife star offered some of the most special praise Eric has received so far.
Reflecting on balancing work, the competition, and family life while raising his baby son Rían, Nicky shared a heartfelt message with the Donegal man.
“He (Ran) might be too young to appreciate what you did tonight,” he said, “but years from now you will be playing that dance back to him on YouTube, and you should be so proud.”
Nicky awarded Eric a perfect 10, with the remaining judges all scoring him a 9.
Eric admitted he has received mixed feedback throughout the competition and said he had been striving for a unanimous “great job, Eric” moment. Tonight, he delivered in spades.
Judges described the performance as slick and on point, with Arthur Gourounlian praising Eric for being powerful, commanding, and in full control.
Among those cheering Eric on from the audience was Lifford singer Mickey Joe Harte, who appeared on the 2025 edition of the show.
Fair City star Stephanie Kelly became the sixth celebrity to be eliminated from Dancing with the Stars this evening.
Eric delivers his greatest show yet on Dancing with the Stars was last modified: February 22nd, 2026 by Staff Writer
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