‘Dancing with the Stars’: Latest Eliminations and Remaining Contestants
“Dancing with the Stars” has seen significant developments in its latest season. The recent “Wicked” tribute night aired on October 21, featuring guest judge Jon M. Chu. This event led to the elimination of contestant Scott Hoying, a singer-songwriter and member of Pentatonix.
Highlights from the ‘Wicked’ Tribute Night
During the tribute night, contestants performed to tracks from the Broadway adaptation of “Wicked.” Hoying partnered with Rylee Arnold to present a contemporary routine. Unfortunately, their performance earned a score of 28 out of 40, primarily due to issues with their transitions.
Scott Hoying’s Emotional Departure
Following his elimination, Hoying expressed gratitude despite his sadness. He mentioned the joy of announcing his upcoming baby during the show. “I feel really lucky. Genuinely,” he stated. The couple plans to welcome their first child through surrogacy.
Previous Week’s Performances
The Dedication Night, held prior on October 14, had no eliminations. Judges’ scores and audience votes from this special occasion were carried over to the following week. The cohost Julianne Hough noted, “We couldn’t send anyone home tonight on such a special night.”
Notable Eliminations in Recent Weeks
Hoying’s elimination follows Hilaria Baldwin’s unexpected exit on October 7, despite her impressive performances in earlier rounds. Her Disney Night experience earned widespread acclaim, making her departure shocking for fans.
Remaining Contestants on Season 34
The competition continues with a diverse group of remaining contestants:
- Robert Irwin (partnered with Witney Carson)
- Jordan Chiles (partnered with Ezra Sosa)
- Alix Earle (partnered with Val Chmerkovskiy)
- Danielle Fishel (partnered with Pasha Pashko)
- Elaine Hendrix (partnered with Alan Bersten)
- Andy Richter (partnered with Emma Slater)
- Dylan Efron (partnered with Daniella Karagach)
- Jen Affleck (partnered with Jan Ravnik)
- Whitney Leavitt (partnered with Mark Ballas)
As the season progresses, viewers anticipate more thrilling performances and unexpected turns in the competition.