Zendaya and pro partner Val Chmerkovskiy head into the dance studio for Dancing With The Stars practice earlier this week in Los Angeles.

The 16-year-old actress/singer blogged for Access Hollywood about some of her favorite memories of the season.

“As I look back on this experience, I will take away many great memories. I remember when I first met Val and thought, he’s kinda short! lol But I hold Val in the highest of regard and I have learned so much from him. First and foremost is his dedication to his craft. Tuesday night for example, when everyone was at a party celebrating the 300th episode, he was at the gym cooking up our next routine! He is a perfectionist down to every movement and how you feel it from your core to your fingertips,” Zendaya wrote.

She added, “I remember one of the first things he said to me that has stuck with me throughout this competition: ‘I don’t want you to be good…I want you to be incredible.’ He said that with such resolve that I knew he would give me all the knowledge, support and technique I needed to reach ‘incredible!’ I have gained a trusted friend, brother and mentor in Val and I thank ABC and DWTS for having the foresight to pair us together.”

Zendaya and Bella Thorne hold up a copy of Jenny Lee‘s new book, “Elvis and the Underdogs”.

The whole cast posed with the new book by Ms. Lee, who also happens to write for Shake It Up!

“Elvis and the Underdogs” summary: Ten-year-old Benji has always felt like a misfit. He is small and has health concerns that include fainting in stressful situations. He has also become the favorite target of the class bully. When he suffers a seizure at school and ends up in the hospital, his only alternative to wearing a protective helmet is to get a therapy dog, to which his mother reluctantly agrees. However, Parker Elvis Pembroke IV, a Newfoundland, is not just a therapy dog; he is a talking dog whom only Benji can hear. With his arrival, Benji’s life starts to change dramatically for the better.

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Zendaya and Aly Raisman arrive at ABC’s Dancing With The Stars 300th Episode Celebration held at Boulevard3 on Tuesday night (May 14) in Hollywood.

The 16-year-old actress and 18-year-old Olympian joined the pro dancers and one of their fellow finalists, Kellie Pickler, at the bash.

“Thank you for all the kind comments on last nights performance! Really hoping @MarkBallas & I make it to the finals :) #DWTS,” Aly tweeted before tonight’s reveal of the top 4 finalists.

Zendaya, who wore Charlotte Olympia heels, added after the fact, “Don’t know what else to say but THANK YOU!!”

FYI: Zendaya is wearing a Ted Baker suit, Charlotte Olympia shoes, and a Sandro shirt. Aly is wearing Ted Baker.

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Congrats, Zendaya and Aly Raisman!

The 16-year-old actress and 18-year-old Olympian, along with pro partners Val Chmerkovskiy and Mark Ballas, are headed to the finals on Dancing With The Stars!

“I really want to make the final. The Afro-jazz has to be full of energy, so I really have to wow people. The rumba — I want people to feel something and not just think it’s another rumba. I hope they understand the story that I love him, but I can’t be with him,” Aly recently shared of her two dances this week.

Check out all their performance pics below!

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Zendaya steals Val Chmerkovskiy‘s glasses after dancing Hip Hop on Monday night’s (May 13) Dancing With The Stars in Los Angeles.

The team hit the dance floor to Chris Brown‘s “Fine China” for their fan voted number. The dance scored them 30/30!

“I thought it was fantastic,” judge Len Goodman told the twosome. Fun Fact: this was Val‘s first time dancing Hip Hop!

Earlier in the program, Zendaya and Val put on their racing outfits for an energized Quickstep, which the judges weren’t huge fans of. They earned 25 points for it.

Check out both of their dances below and be sure to vote — 1-800-868-3406!

Zendaya & Val Chmerkovskiy – Hip Hop, Week 9 – Dancing With The Stars

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Congrats, Zendaya!

The 16-year-old actress just inked a book deal with Disney Publishing Worldwide!

In her first book, “In Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Style and Confidence”, Zendaya will dish tons of advice for navigating the tween years with all the tools needed to be happy and healthy.

“The tween years can be really fun and exciting, but they can also be a tough time in a girl’s life,” she shared in a statement. “You’re just finding your voice and personal style. There’s a lot of drama in relationships with other girls, parents, siblings, teachers, and boys. I hope this book will help girls through the tougher parts of the tween years and help them appreciate the fun parts.”

The book will also feature personal photos, candid anecdotes, recipes, playlists, doodles, and advice from Zendaya’s team of experts.

“In Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Style and Confidence” will hit shelves on August 6th.

Zendaya dons a pair of hot pink high tops while arriving back at Dancing With The Stars practice in Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon (May 11).

The 16-year-old actress and partner Val Chmerkovskiy brought back some snacks with them for their breaks.

“I am the kind of person who really keeps emotions hidden, and I rely on my acting skills to cover up some of the frustrations and negative thoughts I may have. I have read mostly positive things on blogs, Twitter and various social media but sometimes the criticism can really get to me,” Zendaya recently wrote in her Access Hollywood blog.

She added, “One of the ones that frustrated me the most is people calling me a professional dancer. I am an actor, but I have never been paid to dance! I danced in a local hip hop troupe when I was 8 years old!! I am grateful for that experience but I can hardly call it a professional one!!”

Earlier in the day, Zendaya was seen auditioning a ton of dancers for her upcoming music video. Can’t wait to see who made the cut!

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