Who claimed the first-ever 'Dancing with the Stars' Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy?

Five remaining couples gave their final dance tonight during the "Dancing with the Stars" season 32 finale.

And one couple made history as the recipients of the very first Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy, named in honor of the legendary head judge, who died in April at 78 years old.

After nine weeks of eliminations and themed nights – from Taylor Swift night to Monster Night on Halloween – all five couples who made it to the semifinals shockingly progressed to the finale: actor Xochitl Gomez with partner Val Chmerkovskiy, actor Alyson Hannigan with partner Sasha Farber, "The Bachelorette" star Charity Lawson with partner Artem Chigvintsev, "Vanderpump Rules" star Ariana Madix with partner Pasha Pashkov, and singer-songwriter Jason Mraz with partner Daniella Karagach.

The performance began with an opening number in which all season 32 couples returned to the stage, dancing to “Young Hearts Run Free” by Candi Staton before jumping into the holiday spirit with a routine to “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town” by Mariah Carey, featuring co-hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough. The night also saw the return of season 31 champions Charli D'Amelio and her dance partner, Mark Ballas, performing to “Give It To Me Baby” by Rick James.

So, who claimed the first-ever Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy? Here's a look.

Who won 'Dancing with the Stars'?

Xochitl Gomez and partner Val Chmerkovskiy were crowned 'Dancing with the Stars' champions Tuesday night.

Jason Mraz and partner Daniella Karagach were runners-up and Ariana Madix and partner Pasha Pashkov finished third.

How to watch the 'Dancing with the Stars' finale

The "Dancing with the Stars" finale aired live on ABC on Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 8 p.m. Those unable to watch the live show can stream the finale anytime on Hulu and Disney+ on Wednesday.

'DWTS' Mirrorball Trophy named after late judge Len Goodman

Goodman, a professional ballroom dancer himself before transitioning to judging, made a profound impact on all those around him, executive producer Conrad Green told USA TODAY.

"The Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy will now be lifted on 'Dancing With the Stars' like the Vince Lombardi trophy is lifted at the Super Bowl," Green said. "We wanted to make Len a permanent part of this show, to always remind people the importance he's had to 'Dancing With the Stars' and how much he meant to all of us."

Before being named head judge for "DWTS," Goodman was the head judge on Britain's "Strictly Come Dancing" for 12 years, starting with its BBC launch in 2004. He held the title of head "DWTS" judge for 31 seasons, retiring in 2022.

Goodman’s pun-filled sense of humor delivered in his cockney accent endeared him to viewers, and his wisdom and expertise made him highly-respected by the ballroom contestants.

"Len always had a twinkle in his eye and a brilliant turn of phrase. He was very fair and knew what he was talking about," says Green. "The respect he brought made the show stand on its own two feet. The dancers always wanted to know what Len thought of their performance."

Earlier this season, the show's professional dancers put together a touching tribute dance for Goodman, incorporating dancers of past and present whom he mentored.

'Dancing with the Stars' season 32 cast

• Comedian Matt Walsh with partner Koko Iwasaki (eliminated during week 1).

• "Zoey 101" actor and singer Jamie Lynn Spears with partner Alan Bersten (eliminated during week 2).

• Model Tyson Beckford with partner Jenna Johnson (eliminated during week 3).

• NFL running back Adrian Peterson with partner Britt Stewart (eliminated during week 4).

• Actor Mira Sorvino with partner Gleb Savchenko (eliminated during week 5).

• "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Mauricio Umansky with partner Emma Slater (eliminated during week 6).

• Social media personality Lele Pons with partner Brandon Armstrong (eliminated during week 7).

• "The Brady Bunch" actor Barry Williams with partner Peta Murgatroyd (eliminated during week 8).

• Social media personality Harry Jowsey with partner Rylee Arnold (eliminated during week 9).

• Actor Xochitl Gomez with partner Val Chmerkovskiy (finalist).

• Actor Alyson Hannigan with partner Sasha Farber (finalist).

• "The Bachelorette" star Charity Lawson with partner Artem Chigvintsev (finalist).

• "Vanderpump Rules" star Ariana Madix with partner Pasha Pashkov (finalist).

• Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz with partner Daniella Karagach (finalist).

Who won 'Dancing with the Stars' season 31?

Social media personality Charli D'Amelio and her dance partner, Mark Ballas, were the season 31 champions of "Dancing with the Stars." Gabby Windey of "The Bachelorette" and Val Chmerkovskiy finished in second place and comedian Wayne Brady and Witney Carson placed third.

This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: 'Dancing with the Stars' finale: Who took home the mirrorball trophy?