The top score – 24 out of 30 points -- went to Ralph Macchio, the 1980s heartthrob who starred in the hit movie \"Karate Kid,\" and his professional partner, Karina Smirnoff. Judge Bruno Toniolo said Macchio had \"great showmanship,\" while judge Carrie Ann Inaba called the performance \"an amazing surprise.\"
Actress Kirstie Alley and Maksim Chmerkovskiy earned a 23, the second-highest score of the night, for their cha-cha.
The stars will dance again on March 28. One couple will be voted off during the results show on March 29.
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