Jason Smyth received a standing ovation on Sunday night.
The Paralympian made a powerful statement with his dance routine on Dancing with the Stars.
He and his professional partner, Karen Byrne danced a Contemporary Ballroom for the third week.
During the emotional performance, viewers at home were given the opportunity to see the world through Jason’s eyes.
The screen was blurred as well as featuring a black spot in the middle to show the reality of his sight impairment.
Viewers at home were extremely moved by the performance.
Jason Smyth was an inspiration as a runner but that was something else. Well done #DWTSIRL
— Deniese Ní Fhlatharta (@deniese_o) January 21, 2024
Jason Smyth that was brilliant #DWTS
— Ian McDonnell (@ianomc22) January 21, 2024
That was really great for Jason Smyth. Very interesting seeing what he sees in everyday life. #DWTSIRL
— ADAM O'DRISCOLL 🇮🇪 (@adamodriscoll) January 21, 2024
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Get texting folks #DWTS pic.twitter.com/k853gr7gFf
— Oisin Langan (@oisinlangan) January 21, 2024
His professional partner Karen was moved to tears as the judges told Jason that it was a “powerful” choice to show the whole country what he sees.
Brian Redmond praised him for his bravery to showcase his disability and told him it was one of the most important moments in all seven seasons of Dancing with the Stars.
Arthur Gourounlian loved how he told a story through his dance.
He scored three eights from the judges meaning that he got a total of 24.
