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A special guest checks into the motel; Dylan grapples with devastating news; Sam and Madeleine’s marriage reaches a crossroads.

Norman tries to piece together Mother’s movements; in Seattle, Dylan and Emma confront an ugly truth; Sam’s girlfriend, Marion, makes an impulsive decision with far-reaching consequences.

The Top 6 dancers perform with All-Stars from previous seasons, and two more are eliminated. Christine Applegate is the guest judge.

The Top 8 dancers perform with All-Stars from previous seasons, and two more are eliminated. Jesse Tyler Ferguson (”Modern Family”) is the guest judge.

The first official night of Season 9 competition.

Two contestants are eliminated.

The remaining eight contestants perform.

The remaining 18 dancers performed an opening number choreographed by Dan Karaty and set to a ”Get Up Offa That Thing.” Next, Cat brought forward the contestants in 3 sets…