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A Kelly Monaco and John O’Hurley dance battle


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During the show's inaugural season in 2005, the trophy was being contested by O'Hurley and Monaco as the final two contenders.
Following the declaration of Monaco and her partner as winners, it was decided by producers that a dance-off should be held.
Despite an ultimate victory being earned by O'Hurley through a viewer vote, many still consider Monaco to be the official winner.
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