Dancing with the Stars is in full swing.
The ABC hit dancing series premiered on Sept. 16, and fans were treated to a night of glitz and glamour from the 14 celeb-pro-dancer duos competing in season 34. On the menu for the first week of DWTS was a collection of Latin ballroom dances set to the contestants’ personal anthems.
Hosts Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro confirmed that nobody would be eliminated on night one. However, Robert Irwin and Witney Carson solidified themselves as the couple to beat after judge Derek Hough declared that their performance was “the best first dance” he’s “ever seen on the show.”
The former DWTS pro famously won season 21 of the show with Irwin’s sister, Bindi Irwin, in 2015. Hough joked that he was “so relieved” after watching the late Steve Irwin’s son.
Things heated up during Sept. 23’s episode, which featured a double elimination on One-Hit Wonders Night and sent two contestants out of the ballroom. Keep reading to find out which couples have been eliminated so far on Dancing with the Stars.
Who was eliminated from Dancing with the Stars?
Andy Richter & Emma Slater
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Comedian Andy Richter was dancing with pro Emma Slater on season 34 of DWTS. Richter made it all the way to Week 9 of the competition, which was a special 20th “birthday party” celebration for the show.
The pair performed a quickstep to “Puttin’ on the Ritz” by Robbie Williams, which earned a score of 29/40. Then, Richter returned to the dance floor to perform with season 29 Mirrorball champion Kaitlyn Bristowe for the Relay Dance round.
After being eliminated, Richter said the show “changed my life.”
“I’m a different person because of this show and this woman right here,” he said, referencing his partner Slater. “None of this would have happened without her.”
Danielle Fishel & Pasha Pashkov
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Boy Meets World alum Danielle Fishel was dancing with Pasha Pashkov, up until she was eliminated during Week 8’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night. After dancing a contemporary to “Dream On” by Aerosmith, the pair scored a 34/40. They also participated in the group dance competition with Team Chicago, whose routine earned a perfect score.
After learning she was eliminated, Fishel said the experience “meant everything.”
She added that it’s “truly been life changing, and every single moment, including this one, has been joyous,” while Pashkov told the actress she is his “friend for life.”
Jen Affleck & Jan Ravnik
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The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Jen Affleck made her ballroom debut with first-time pro Jan Ravnik. She was eliminated in week 7’s Halloween Night, after dancing a contemporary routine to Taylor Swift’s “Look What You Made Me Do” and scoring a 32/40.
Before exiting the ballroom, Affleck said her experience on the show has “meant everything to me,” adding that she “did this” for her kids.
Meanwhile, the former Eras Tour dancer called her a “rockstar.”
Scott Hoying & Rylee Arnold
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Pentatonix’s Scott Hoying hit the ballroom with Rylee Arnold. The singer was eliminated in week 6 of the competition — on Wicked Night — after performing a contemporary routine to “The Wizard And I” and scoring a 28/40.
After being sent home, he said this experience has been “everything.”
“Rylee is my favorite person ever,” Hoying said. “I had so much fun. It’s Wicked Night. It’s the perfect way to go.”
Rylee added that she “couldn’t ask for a better partner.”
Hilaria Baldwin & Gleb Savchenko
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Hilaria Baldwin was dancing with Gleb Savchenko on season 34 of DWTS. The yoga instructor was eliminated during week 4’s Disney Night, after performing a quickstep to “Cantina Band” from Star Wars: A New Hope and scoring a 23/30.
Before exiting the ballroom, Baldwin described her time on the show as an “incredible experience.”
Savchenko then had a special message for his partner: “I’m so proud of you. You were a superhero in the dance studio. Incredible mom to your amazing seven kids. You put so much love and passion into dance and you are truly inspirational. I’m so happy that I had a chance to dance with you,” he said.
Lauren Jauregui & Brandon Armstrong
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Lauren Jauregui of Fifth Harmony was dancing with Brandon Armstrong. The singer got eliminated during week 3’s TikTok Night, after performing a cha cha to Fifth Harmony’s (and Ty Dolla $ign’s) hit song, “Work From Home,” and scoring an 18/30.
When asked by Julianne how she was feeling, Jauregui smiled and said she was “pissed,” though noted she was “grateful” to have Armstrong as her partner.
Baron Davis & Britt Stewart
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NBA star Baron Davis was dancing with Britt Stewart. On premiere night, the retired athlete and his pro partner performed a cha cha to “Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer, which Davis said gave him “the energy” he needed to get their first dance done. Judges scored their routine a 10/20, with Hough telling him that he had “so much potential.”
Davis was eliminated during week two, after performing a samba to Mark Morrison’s “Return of the Mack” with his partner, Stewart. Following their performance, judge Carrie Ann Inaba pointed out a mistake Davis made towards the end, and while she said she wanted to “see more” of him,” she was “at a loss.” The basketball player scored an 18/30.
In his final message to fans after being eliminated, Davis said he “wanted to” win for his dance partner, Stewart. “I haven’t been coached in a while, so to get off my butt was awesome,” he said.
Corey Feldman & Jenna Johnson
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Former child star Corey Feldman competed for the mirrorball trophy with pro Jenna Johnson. In week 1, the pair danced a tango to “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me” by Billy Joel and earned a 9/20. The Goonies actor admitted that he had “a lot to learn,” while the judges commended him for being “fun to watch.”
In week two’s double elimination, Feldman was sent home after performing a cha cha to Sir Mix-a-Lot’s “Baby Got Back.” One judge, Bruno Tonioli, called the dance “technically unique and unforgettable.” He scored a 15/30.
Before leaving the ballroom, Feldman said he had wanted to win for Johnson. “I feel really terrible because she deserved better,” he said. “She deserves to be the champ every year in my book.”
Who is still in the competition?
Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa
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Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles will hit the ballroom with pro Ezra Sosa this season. In the first week, they danced the salsa to Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul,” earning them a score of 10/20. Despite the score, the gymnast said she had “so much fun” dancing and thought she made Queen B proud.
Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy
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Known for her viral TikTok dances, Alix Earle is showing off her skills on stage alongside professional dancer Val Chmerkovskiy. Their cha cha to “Circus” by Britney Spears earned them a 13/20 on week 1, with Hough noting that it was “not an easy routine” to have as a first dance.
Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach
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Zac Efron’s younger brother, Dylan Efron, is competing on DWTS with pro Daniella Karagach. The Traitors winner admitted that he has “never danced” in his life after earning a 10/20 score for their cha cha performance of “Milkshake” by Kelis.
Elaine Hendrix & Alan Bersten
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Actress Elaine Hendrix joined season 34 of DWTS with pro Alan Bersten. Their cha cha to “Woman” by Kesha earned them a 12/20 with Hough calling The Parent Trap star’s move “Broadway quality.” Hendrix said she was excited to return to her first love of dancing, which she had given up after being hit by a car.
Robert Irwin & Witney Carson
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Irwin and Carson closed out the show for week 1 with a jive to Steppenwolf’s “Born to Be Wild.” Their electric performance earned them a 15/20 and tied them for the top spot of the night.
Whitney Leavitt & Mark Ballas
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Whitney Leavitt — also of Mormon Wives fame — hit the stage with pro Mark Ballas. Their debut performance of a tango to “Golden” from K-Pop Demon Hunters earned them a 15/20 and a tie for the top spot of the night. The reality star said she fell in love with the popular track after watching the movie with her kids.
