Julia Stiles makes her debut on “Dancing With the Stars” with a tribute to Dolly Parton. Performing with her professional partner, Ezra Sosa, she dances to Parton’s classic song “9 to 5,” delivering a themed routine centered on the music icon.
The outlets agree that the performance is staged as a celebratory homage, with both descriptions highlighting the song choice and the debut moment. One account characterizes the routine as an “epic” tribute and notes that Stiles and Sosa “pull out all the stops,” while another focuses on the basic details of her debut and the specific track used. Both portray the dance as the show’s spotlight moment for Stiles’ entry into the competition.
Overall, the coverage centers on Stiles’ first night on the program and her selection of “9 to 5” as the centerpiece of a Dolly Parton tribute, alongside her partner Ezra Sosa. The reporting does not add additional information beyond the performance details.
