In response to Monday’s Oklahoma City tornado, which had killed over 50 people at press time, Dancing With the Stars host Tom Bergeron requested that the audience not applaud coming back from a commercial break during season 16′s final performance show.

“Here’s why,” Bergeron said, on the verge of tears. “We’re a live show, and as such, occasionally we go to air in the shadow of tragic events. That happened April 15, when we went to air hours after the Boston bombing. And it’s happened again today. While we’re having a celebration here [in the ballroom], we want you to know our thoughts are with everyone who’s been affected by the devastating tornado in Oklahoma City.”

“I would, however, ask you to applaud the amazing courage of the first responders on site,” Bergeron added, visibly shaken before introducing the next dance.

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ORIGINAL POST: The official cast announcement isn’t ’til Tuesday morning during Good Morning America, but ABC just named the first hoofer for season 16 in a promo during the Oscars: Baltimore Ravens wide receiver/kick return specialist Jacoby Jones. “He’s already won a Super Bowl ring,” a sporty announcer-type blared in the promo. “What’s he going to do next? DANCE.” Naturally! The 28-year-old joins a legacy of many proud Dancing With the Stars participants from the NFL, including winners Emmitt Smith, Hines Ward, and Donald Driver.

Check back Tuesday morning for EW.com’s photo gallery of the stars and pro partners.