“You Must”: Fans Request Ariana Grande for Gymnastics Star Stephen Nedoroscik’s Special Debut

Sep 7, 2024 | 10:23 AM EDT

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Will Ariana Grande's presence elevate Stephen Nedoroscik's gymnastics debut to a whole new level?

Stephen Nedoroscik had one mission at the Paris Summer Games—master the pommel horse. And master it he did, delivering a flawless performance that not only helped Team USA secure an Olympic bronze but also earned him his own individual medal in the pommel horse finals. With his boyish charm and jaw-dropping skillset, Nedoroscik quickly became a fan favorite, his name echoing across the gymnastics world. But now, the 25-year-old Olympian is ready to leap from the mat to the dance floor in an exciting new chapter of his career.

Yes, you read that right. Nedoroscik, the pommel horse specialist, is trading in his grips and chalk for sequins and dance shoes as one of the star contestants on Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars. Talk about a twist! Fans are already buzzing with excitement, and the energy only amplified when the Olympian and his dance partner, Rylee Arnold, made their dazzling entrance on the DWTS red carpet on September 4.

When The Hollywood Reporter asked the pair about their dream theme night, Arnold didn’t hesitate: “Ariana Grande Theme Night with all her songs!” And to the delight of fans, Nedoroscik enthusiastically nodded in agreement, proving that while he might be a force on the pommel horse, he’s ready to groove to pop anthems and hit the ballroom with the same precision and flair that earned him Olympic glory.

USA Gymnastics shared this wholesome interaction on Instagram, captioned, “On behalf of @stephen_nedoroscik & @ryleearnold1, we are once again asking @arianagrande to borrow her “Side to Side” Pommel Horse 💖” But he had more to add. “I can see that working out. She had a pommel horse for part of her concert one time.” At the 2016 VMA, the pop star mounted a neon pink pommel horse that featured her name while performing her single.

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Arnold seemed surprised by that. “I literally DM’d her and asked if I could have it,” Stephen Nedoroscik confessed. Unfortunately, he never got a response. His dance partner couldn’t help but say, “Ariana Grande, answer.” However, the reporter encouraged him by stating how they could borrow it for his DWTS stint. “Please?” the gymnast asked with his fingers crossed. Fresh off his debut at the French capital, the 25-year-old was the first celebrity announced.

Even though his skills helped him clinch two Olympic medals, the internet couldn’t help but compare him to Superman’s alter ego, Clark Kent. He also became a meme overnight because of an image of him resting his head with his eyes closed during the men’s gymnastics team finals. How does the gymnast feel about it? He’s a fan. The 25-year-old stated he would love to bring elements of the sport into his dance routines.

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What’s your perspective on:

Will Ariana Grande's presence elevate Stephen Nedoroscik's gymnastics debut to a whole new level?

Have an interesting take?

Will Stephen Nedoroscik’s pommel horse skills make their way to the dance floor?

Fans surely hope they do! After his confession on the red carpet, many rallied behind the 25-year-old. One fan exclaimed, “@arianagrande YOU MUST.” The Olympian atop a neon pink pommel horse? Sign us up! Another fan stated, “That would be EPICCCCCC. Do it for Clark Kent. 🫶” It looks like many are still not over the internet sensation’s gob-smacking performance on the world’s biggest stage. We don’t blame them.

One fan pleaded, “Cmon @arianagrande, this is a need, not a want.” We’re unsure if Dancing with the Stars will have an Ariana Grande theme. But after looking at the response? It needs to happen. Another fan commented, “They are sooo adorable😍, and yes please Ariana, give Stephen that pommel horse!” The pop star hadn’t responded to the 25-year-old yet. Is this going to change her mind? Fans are counting on it.

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A fan mentioned, “We know @arianagrande loves to watch gymnastics at the Olympics!!!!” As of July 28, the pop star and her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo were in the stands at Bercy Arena during the women’s gymnastics qualifying. Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars premiers on September 17. Even though we might not see the pink pommel horse any time soon, will we see Stephen Nedorscik and Rylee Arnold scoring perfect 10s on the dance floor?