Stephen Nedoroscik sends fans into a frenzy as he hilariously quotes Superman memes as inspiration for his Dancing With The Stars performance

Stephen Nedoroscik referenced his viral Clark Kent meme while performing a Superman-themed paso doble on tonight's episode of Dancing With The Stars.

The 25-year-old Olympic gold medalist rose to viral fame after fans compared him to Superman's alter ego online following his performance at the Olympics this summer.

“I'm obsessed with this guy on the U.S. men's gymnastics team whose only job is to stand on the pommel horse. So he just sits there until he's activated like a sleeper, takes off his glasses like Clark Kent, and performs a pommel horse routine that helps the team win its first medal in 16 years,” read one of the memes about Stephen.

And Stephen referenced the viral moment in his dance with his professional partner Rylee Arnold, 19.

“After the Olympics, everyone said I was Clark Kent. I sat there and meditated, took off my glasses, gave it my all and came home with bronze,” Stephen said on DWTS while preparing for the show.

Stephen Nedoroscik referenced his viral Clark Kent meme as he prepared for his Superman Paso Doble on tonight's episode of Dancing With The Stars

The 25-year-old Olympic gold medalist rose to viral fame after fans compared him to Superman's alter ego online following his performance at the Olympics this summer

“And people started calling me Superman. Without that meme, I would never have been there, so I'm really excited.”

The dance began with Stephen alone on stage, in a suit, with elegant black glasses and his hair slicked back in the style of Clark Kent.

Smoke billowed in front of Stephen as he swapped the suit for a striking red look with a top printed with the American flag.

The gymnast then dramatically threw off his glasses – apparently in reference to the viral meme.

He kissed his tense bicep before his partner Rylee accompanied him on stage for an electric Paso Doble to the Superman theme song.

The jury was impressed by Stephen’s performance.

Carrie Ann: “You are so much fun! From bronze to gold. That was gold! You are so much fun to watch. The likeability factor in your routine is so incredible. And that's because you do everything with total commitment. Your lines, your extensions were really beautiful. We have a few form issues that we will take care of later in the season. But yay! Superman is in the house!” raved Carrie Ann.

The dance began with Stephen alone on stage, dressed in a suit, with chic black glasses and slicked-back hair à la Clark Kent.

The gymnast then dramatically threw off his glasses – similar to the viral meme of his Olympic appearance

The duo sang an electric Paso Doble to the Superman theme song

The jury was thrilled with Stephen’s performance

The duo both wore red for their stunning performance

Derek had a few suggestions, but overall he was a big fan: “There's no denying that you're so charming on the dance floor. You fly around like a bullet. I love the dancing movements, the kneeling across the dance floor…”

“The butterfly, there are so many things crammed into it. There are a few little things, the kryptonite, you know, the hips are a little bit back, you push them forward, open the chest, pull the shoulders down. But dude, I love you!”

Bruno said: “I love Superman and superpowers. You have so much energy. But now you have to learn to control it. You can't attack, attack, attack, attack, attack, attack forever. You need finesse. Sophistication… Don't expect anything. Punch, punch, punch, but then we need a caress.”

The dance received a total score of 22

In the end, Stephen and Rylee received a total of 22 – an 8 from Carrie Ann and 7s from Derek and Bruno.

Fans on the Internet were also thrilled by his performance.

“Stephen Nedoroscik on #DWTS flies to the top of the leaderboard with his Superman-Captain America mashup!!! Vote for our favorite cat daddy/pommel horse king/superhero!!,” tweeted one fan.

“Stephen Nedoroscik's Superman-Captain America mashup on #DWTS was a dream come true!! You will always be a star!!!” posted another.

“Stephen Nedoroscik transformed from Clark Kent to Superman with this phenomenal Paso Doble! That was so incredible! He flew through the air with those stunts! #DWTS,” wrote another.

“Dance #7 = Stephen Nedoroscik. A Superman themed paso for Stephen is PERFECTION. And there is soooo much passion behind it. The moves could be a little sharper but it's only week 2! Already excited to see his progress #DWTS,” one shared.