As the latest season of Dancing with the Stars unfolds, professional dancer Ezra Sosa has created a stir with a bold new tattoo inspired by his Season 33 dance partner, Anna Delvey. The tattoo, which features the word “nothing” elegantly scripted across his shoulder blade alongside the number “33,” serves as a tribute to Delvey’s notorious last words on the show.
The tattoo has caught the attention of his fellow DWTS cast members, leading to a mix of reactions, from shock to laughter. Sosa, 23, unveiled the tattoo in a TikTok video, igniting a wave of comments from his colleagues. Phaedra Parks, reality TV star from The Real Housewives, was one of the first to respond, exclaiming, “Oh my god, I’m going to beat your…” before quickly adding how hilarious she found the tattoo.
“Dancing with the Stars” judge Derek Hough kept his reaction simple, calling the tattoo “fantastic.” Fellow dancer Alan Bersten showed support with a friendly pat on Sosa’s back, while pro dancer Witney Carson couldn’t hide her surprise, burying her face in her hands and saying, “Oh Ezra,” as she processed his unexpected body art.
Jenna Johnson, another professional dancer, was left speechless, bursting into laughter at Sosa’s daring choice. Ilona Maher, a rugby player and current contestant, was initially enthusiastic, calling the tattoo “awesome” before admitting that it was “a little cuckoo.”
Even co-host Alfonso Ribeiro got in on the action, humorously reading the tattoo aloud and then offering a playful, “I’m going to say yes,” when Sosa asked for his opinion.
The story behind the tattoo goes back to Anna Delvey’s exit from DWTS. Following her elimination on the September 24th episode, Delvey, known for her unfiltered comments, responded bluntly when asked what she would take away from her time on the show: “Nothing.” This became the defining moment that inspired Sosa’s latest tattoo, a permanent reminder of their brief but impactful journey on the show.
On October 10th, Sosa took to Instagram to share the story behind the tattoo, reflecting on his first season as a professional dancer on DWTS. “I’ve been processing so much from my first season as a pro,” Sosa wrote in a heartfelt post. He acknowledged the challenges he faced, describing the highs as “incredible” and the lows as “challenging in ways I wasn’t prepared for.”
Sosa explained the significance of the tattoo, stating that while it might not be the conventional way to work through his emotions, it felt right for him. “It’s not about glossing over what happened but taking back control of my story,” he wrote. “It’s a quiet, personal reminder that I can shape how I carry those experiences forward, even if I can’t change what’s behind me.”
His post resonated with many fans, who admired his decision to transform a tough moment into a meaningful expression of his journey.
Anna Delvey, whose real name is Anna Sorokin, became infamous after posing as a wealthy socialite and conning her way into New York City’s elite circles. Her scheme ultimately unraveled in 2019, leading to her conviction for theft and grand larceny. Despite her legal troubles, Delvey joined Dancing with the Stars in an attempt to showcase a different side of herself. Though her time on the show was short-lived, her partnership with Sosa left a lasting impression.
Reflecting on his experience with Delvey and the tattoo, Sosa said, “It’s about accepting every part of the journey and moving on with a sense of clarity, knowing it’s all part of my story on my terms.”
With the buzz surrounding Sosa’s tattoo and the range of reactions from his castmates, it’s clear that his body art has made quite an impact, both on and off the dance floor.
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