Former ‘DWTS’ Contestant Danielle Fishel Says Judges Tougher On Female Contestants: “Men Get A Pass”
- Danielle Fishel says female contestants face tougher judging on *Dancing With the Stars*.
- Shirley Ballas scored Stiles and Ali 4, and Cameron 5.
- Fishel says audiences may also respond differently to male and female judges.
Former *Dancing With the Stars* contestant Danielle Fishel says the show’s judges can be tougher on female celebrities than male contestants. Speaking on her *Ballroom Breakdown* podcast, she argued that this perceived double standard affects how performances are scored and may also shape how audiences respond to criticism.…