Daniel Durant channeled the Hollywood era of Elvis — from dark shapely sideburns to frisky hips — during Monday's episode of "Dancing with the Stars" earning raves from the judges and a chance to dance another week.
The Duluth actor wore a plum suit and tie, twisted his face into the King's sneer, and performed a jive to the song "King Creole" alongside partner Britt Stewart. He closed with a knee-slide toward the camera as confetti fell around him.
Durant kept his face as active as his feet during the fast-paced choreography. The judges noticed.
"You were in character from start to finish," said judge Derek Hough. "It was so captivating watching you."
Teresa Giudice of "Real Housewives of New Jersey" was eliminated from the competition.
Judge Bruno Tonioli credited Durant with strength and for the way he created sculpted shapes with his body.
"Long live the King," Tonioli said.
Durant told co-host Alfonso Ribeiro that the past week of rehearsals was frustrating and challenging. He said Stewart believed in him and was patient — and that he was proud of how he danced.
