Who Went Home on Dancing with the Stars Tonight?
Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas were eliminated tonight in the semi-finals, falling heartbreakingly short of a shot at the Mirrorball Trophy. After ten intense weeks, their journey ended with a wave of emotion, hugs, and no shortage of teary-eyed fans.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DROMS26kSIo/?
The goodbye felt especially bittersweet since Whitney and Mark delivered some of their strongest routines lately, but the competition this season has been brutal. It’s one of those exits that stings not just for the dancers, but for viewers who watched Whitney grow from week to week.
There was a real sense on social media that the ballroom was losing a double dose of charisma, a Mark's inventive choreography paired so well with Whitney’s joyful energy. They’re out, but not forgotten, especially with how proud their final scores made them tonight. Semi-final heartbreak, DWTS style.
One of the fans, Michael Alvear (@malvear86), shared on X that Whitney went home not because of her dancing but due to the haters, adding that she was the 3rd best dancer that night. He expressed missing the days when it was all about dancing skills.
Who Finished at the Top of the Dancing with the Stars Leaderboard Tonight?
Robert Irwin and Witney Carson absolutely owned the leaderboard this week, ending the night with a jaw-dropping total of 59 points. Let’s put it simply: Robert landed a perfect 30 for his Foxtrot the kind of moment where the judges were practically dancing out of their seats.
If you blinked, you might’ve missed Carrie Ann shouting, "Insane. So clean; so amazing." His follow-up Viennese Waltz grabbed a 29, with Bruno riffing on "Top Gun mode," suggesting he’d binge the dance’s sequel in a heartbeat.
Derek called it "ferocious," and that’s saying something from him. Robert and Witney have been steady climbers all season, and tonight they peaked at the perfect moment. Every season, there’s that one pair who seem born for the Mirrorball. Right now? All fingers point to them.
Who Is Still Left on Dancing with the Stars?
After tonight’s semi-final, we’re down to five power-packed couples, all heading into next week’s finale with serious momentum. Here’s the official finalist lineup:
-
Alix Earle and Val
-
Robert Irwin and Witney
-
Elaine Hendrix and Alan
-
Jordan Chiles and Ezra
-
Dylan Efron and Daniella
It’s a mix of surprise breakthroughs and steady favorites. Seeing Dylan Efron and Daniella hang on after a tough scoring dip (more on that below) felt like watching an underdog survive a cliffhanger episode. Alix Earle and Val have a quiet fanbase that could surge when it matters most. Can Robert and Witney keep their lead? Or will someone else steal the spotlight with a last-minute showstopper? At this point, it feels like anybody’s game.
When Does the Dancing with the Stars Finale Air?
The Dancing with the Stars Season 34 finale airs Tuesday, November 25, at 8/7c on ABC and Disney+. It’s a hefty, three-hour special, with the final episode available on Hulu the next day if you miss it live. For longtime fans, it feels wild to be at the end already.
This finale bucks tradition: there’s no set theme, leaving dancers free to pull out all the stops in their routines. As of now, ABC hasn’t released the full song and dance pairings for the finalists but the teasers usually drop closer to showtime, so keep your eyes peeled on Thursday for lineup details.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, we do not guarantee completeness or reliability. Viewer discretion is advised. Dancing with the Stars and related trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Use this information at your own risk.
