Ralph Macchio and Kirstie Alley Are Strong DWTS Contenders Last night kicked off Season 12 of Dancing With the Stars as Ralph Macchio and Kirstie Alley quickly became early favorites with the judges. Kirstie was the evening's most surprising debut, scoring a 23 out of a possible 30 for her Cha Cha. Ralph was the only contestant who scored better and nabbed a 24 for his Foxtrot.