I think the judges have not been too complimentary towards Evan. They have told him that he's good at his style, but they always criticize him for this, that or the other. I think he is at a disadvantage because his style is more smooth (think Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly) and not the competition style (look at what I can do!) that the other 3 in the top 4 are in. That is partly why he always looks like he's not putting much effort in.

Kayla's technique is good - she has great extension, and good control. I don't notice her arms flailing.

There's so much talk about personality - it's all hogwash. We don't know what these kids (and yes, I'm going to call them kids) are like in real life. What personality they display on tv could all be an act. It's not like America's Next Top Model where we can see the crazies come out.

I will have to say this about Evan, though - being on SYTYCD, knowing that everyone else is of the "ooh, watch me!" style (whether it's contemporary or ballroom), you have to adapt that same mentality if you don't want to be outdanced by others. Be aggressive when the choreography calls for it (which is probably 75% of the time), even if it's totally not the way you would normally dance. Evan's not a bad dancer - he just wasn't able to adapt to the different, flashier styles.

Does anyone else think that last night episode was completly biast? The judges knew from the start that they were going to make a big deal about jeanine and brandon's performance. That's why they were the ones that went last. the performers don't pick when they get to perform, the producers do.

And the reason Janette went home was because that week the judges made a huge deal about Melissa and Ade's contemporary routine and Jeanine and Brandon's pop jazz/hip hop which was not good. I think Evan is a great dancer but when Janette and him did the Rumba they accidentally spotlighted Evan too much and said how hes grown alot, all they said about Janette was that she was the favorite...even though thats a great comment the public only remembers the judges speaking about Evan for the 20 extra seconds.

And the choreographey this year lacks thought and artistic ability. Mia Michaels only did about 3-4 duet routines this year? (correct me if im wrong) but shes loosing her touch this year. The kayla and jeanine routine was not very good. I give her props on the addiction routine though.

Im not really liking any of the Sonya routines either. They all have the same type of quality (like neon spandex and 80s pop/techno music). I really enjoyed Kayla and Kupono's blue foundation routine which actually put them in the bottom 3.

The finale in general was pretty dissapointing, (no hip hop!). The jive was pretty embarressing to watch and the paso double was just some intense music and the judges going crazy for them. The "nasty" routine with brandon and evan was a dissapointment, the new choreographer Laurie Ann gibson (who was one on making the band) is a terrible choreographer.

Evan deserves all the credit that's due.

So to his credit, let me add that it was his fault Janette got cut. His shortcomings on the ridiculous Rumba made it comical to watch. Both his technique and personality were awful, and he couldn't support Janette's even when performing a Latin dance for chris'sakes!

His lack of presence (which has ALWAYS been his problem) was too much for Janette to overcome, which allowed Janine to steal Janette's spot (though I'm not dissin' Jeanine, she played it fair and square.)

In my opinion the judges attitudes were very clear; they are judging Evan harshly because he became a Juggernaut early on that cost one of the best dancers (Janette) the spot that she deserved, and the only way they could level the playing field so Evan didn't just walk off with the "Best Dancer" title was to keep pumping up Kayla and Brandon.

That is why Mia Michaels "suddenly" made a complete 180 degree turn in her opinion on Brandon [because only Brandon could really steal the win--he has technique and personality in his performance at all times (just like Janette!!!)]

I think it would be great if, as a reward for making it to the finals, the dancers got some choice as to the choreographer they'd like to work with. Plus, it could be seen as a compliment to the choreographers. Let's face it, some of the routines this year were not very good and some good dancers were hurt by the weak routines.

Quit wondering squandering about Evan...Brandon won...

It sickens me how so many people are favoring Evan. Yes he's a short cute guy. Good for him; but is he a dancer? No. I think it will be absolutely ridiculous if he wins because the other 3 blow him out of the water. I am actual dancer so I know what I'm talking about. I hope America isn't stupid like they have been all season. Brandon, Kayla, or Jeanine must win.

Evan has not done any style of dance well this season, even his own. He can do his own little thing in his solos, but he can't perform another choreographers work. He does not have a personality during routines; it's always the same dull face.

I can appreciate that he brought something different to the competition when he was admitted to the top 20, but he's the same dancer now as he was then. He hasn't grown, he hasn't excelled, and better dancers have gone home before home. How has he become a favorite?

Oh, and the choreographers shouldn't have to change their material to fit the dancers; the dancers should be versatile enough to adapt to the style they've been given.

I want to know why they give Even the crap choreographers is it becaues he's short Even dances the pants off what ever they throw at him

I'm going to disagree with many of the posters - through most of the season, Evan received praise disproportionate to his ability; as if the judges were promoting him ftw. White guy 'cuteness' can only carry him so far.

Brandon's props have been well deserved - he's a pleasure to watch in most everything he's done. Likewise Kayla. I suppose she's attractive, but my eyes are always drawn away to...

Ah, Jeanine. Her personality flows out of every gesture, every move and every turn. Her dancing is beautiful, and she deserved each and every one of my votes. It'll be a pleasure to see someone who isn't a matchstick win!

I thought either Brandon or Jeanine would win because they have the personality & dance ability to go with it. Kayla's dancing is great, but she doesn't have the real personable personality. Evan has the personality & unless it is Broadway style, his dance ability is lacking. Anyway, Brandon is the winner. Check out:

http://dance.dialidol.com/asp/predictions/predictions.asp