5 reasons why we'll miss Danica on 'Dancing'

Ann Oldenburg

USA TODAY

DANCING WITH THE STARS - "Episode 1805" - "Dancing with the Stars" got into the Disney spirit with all new celebrity performances MONDAY, APRIL 14 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. The show began with a spectacular opening number featuring the entire cast followed by each couple performing to songs from Disney films including "The Lion King," "Aladdin," "The Little Mermaid" and "Frozen." The evening also showcased fun elements of Disney animation. Additionally, Season 9 Champion Donny Osmond was the guest judge alongside Len Goodman, Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba. (ABC/Adam Taylor)
DANICA MCKELLAR, VALENTIN CHMERKOVSKIY

Danica McKellar, Wonder Years star and math whiz, got the boot Monday night on Dancing With the Stars. And we're bummed.

Here's why:

1. She loves the sparkly. "Oh my gosh," she told USA TODAY before the competition started. "I love challenges ... I love sparkly outfits."

2. She's enthusiastic. "Saying I'm excited is an understatement. I'm thrilled."

3. She loved dressing up as a Disney character. "I love to dance. I love this song. I love Val. I love everything about it!" she said, while dressed as Belle from Beauty and the Beast.

4. She's tough. When the doctor told her she cracked a rib before week seven, she said, "I really want to stay in the competition." And she did. For another week.

5. She's smart. Her big message to the world and to girls in particular (besides how much she adores dancing): "Math doesn't suck."

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