Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold's High School Musical Tribute on Dancing With The Stars
Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold showcased their dance skills on Dancing With The Stars by performing a routine to High School Musical’s “Bop to the Top.” Ashley Tisdale, who originally sang the song in the movie, shared her reaction on TikTok, praising the pair for their choreography while also noting the difference in hearing someone else sing the iconic tune.
The duo danced salsa to the popular song during Disney Night on the show, earning a score of 21 out of 30 from the judges. This performance helped them stay in the competition, while Hilaria Baldwin and Gleb Savchenko were eliminated. Fans noticed Hoying subtly channeling the High School Musical character Ryan Evans throughout the episode, with nods to the character's style.
Ashley Tisdale, known for her role as Sharpay Evans in the High School Musical franchise, has expressed gratitude for the role but has also shared her reservations about reprising the character. She explained that she feels she wouldn't be able to do justice to the character now that she has grown and become more self-aware. Tisdale emphasized the importance of preserving the magic of the original portrayal and not wanting to disappoint fans.
Despite her fond memories of playing Sharpay, Tisdale has indicated that she is hesitant to revisit the role, as she believes it wouldn't be the same as the original portrayal. She expressed concern about potentially ruining something that was perfect for its time and highlighted the growth she has experienced since her time as the character. Tisdale emphasized that she values the character's original portrayal and doesn't want to risk tarnishing it by revisiting it.
Dancing With the Stars can be watched on ABC and Disney+ on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. Fans of the show and High School Musical can enjoy the creative performances and nostalgic moments that pay tribute to the beloved Disney franchise.