Looking back…

Former Bachelor Joey Graziadei recently competed on Season 33 of “Dancing with the Stars” with his dance partner Jenna Johnson.

Joey made “DWTS” history by being the first and only Bachelor ever to make it to the finale of the competition. 

And then, he made history again as he and Jenna danced their way to the top and won the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy! 

Now, he’s reflecting on his dance experience and how it feels to be crowned as the winners of Season 33. 

Alongside a video of all of his and Jenna’s dances, Joey wrote, “After a few days it is finally starting to settle in that this season of @dancingwiththestars has come to an end and we are champions…Jenna, from the bottom of my heart I want to say THANK YOU. Thank you for crafting the experience of a lifetime.”

Joey continued, sharing what his partnership with Jenna means to him and giving praise for her creativity. 

He said, “Thank you for pushing me to be better than I thought I could ever be. Thank you for believing in me and making me feel like I belonged in a room full of exceptionally talented people. I mean it when I say that you have changed my life for the better. No one can question your creative genius and talent. You truly deserve this and I couldn’t be happier for you.”

Joey ended his post by also giving thanks to his fiancée Kelsey Anderson, as well as his loved ones and fans. 

“Last but not least, I want to thank my beautiful fiancée, my loving family, and friends. And thank you to all of YOU!” he expressed. “This would have never been possible without the support and love of all of you each week. Thank you for believing in me, voting for me, and bringing so much joy to my life. I love you all ❤️”

Kelsey also posted on Instagram about her feelings on Joey’s win and included videos of her celebrating with his family the moment it was announced in the ballroom. 

She wrote, “Still speechless !! So proud of you and all your hard work and dedication!! Thank you Jenna for showing Joey dance and pushing him and supporting him! LOVE YALL! Now let’s celebrate🕺🏼🪩” 

We are so proud of Joey and Jenna for all their hard work this past season, and love seeing the support from Kelsey and their loved ones.