Iman Shumpert made history becoming the first ex-NBA player to win ‘Dancing with the Stars‘ alongside his partner Daniella Karagach. The former Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks guard was a frontrunner for most of the season, so it’s not surprise he reigned supreme.
Iman Shumpert and Daniella Karagach dance Freestyle to “Lose Control / Bounce” by Missy Elliott ft. Ciara & Fat Man Scoop / DJ Clent on the Dancing with the Stars Finale! pic.twitter.com/hv5L3r3di6
— Dancing with the Stars #DWTS (@DancingABC) November 23, 2021
Shumpert joins former professional athletes such as Hines Ward and Emmett Smith as champions of the hit TV show. As you can imagine, the internet went wild in support for Iman Shumpert including his wife Teyana Taylor and several celebrity friends.
Below are some reactions to Shumpert taking the Dancing with the Stars crown:
If u stamped it it was worth it! Appreciate the clearance queen! U know u Junie favorite!!! #sinnergang https://t.co/pQ8Ix5b2k3
— Iman. (@imanshumpert) November 23, 2021
Congrats champ! https://t.co/irD8RXlO70
— Carmelo Anthony (@carmeloanthony) November 23, 2021
What I say @imanshumpert ?!?!? Congratulations so well deserved my dear #DWTSfinale #champion pic.twitter.com/ntDhwGnKJG
— Loni Love (@LoniLove) November 23, 2021
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