Zendaya still feels animosity over losing Dancing with the Stars in 2013: ‘I was only 16, it was highly stressful’ | Hollywood
Zendaya is known for her poise and professionalism on screen, but the star of The Challengers has revealed that one past experience continues to weigh heavily on her: her loss on the 2013 season of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. Although Zendaya was just 16 years old at the time, the disappointment of being the runner-up has clearly left a lasting impact. (Also Read | Tom Holland reveals why he doesn’t accompany Zendaya on her films’ red carpet: ‘It’s not my moment, it’s hers’) Zendaya took part in Dancing with the Stars at the age of 16. As per Deadline, in an interview, Zendaya opened up about her lingering frustration over losing the Mirror Ball Trophy to Kellie Pickler and her dance partner Derek Hough in Season 16 of the popular competition series. “Listen, I’m still harbouring a little animosity about that. I felt that loss,” Zendaya said, adding, “I was only 16 years old, and it was highly stressful. Being on live television every week? It’s so scary.” Despite her young age, Zendaya poured …


