The latest episode of “Dancing with the Stars,” themed “Halloween Nightmares,” delivered a shocking elimination that left viewers and judges stunned. Despite a strong performance and even winning a dance-off, one contestant’s journey came to an unexpected end. Fans are now asking, who got kicked off of Dancing with the Stars this week? The answer might surprise you.
This week, each celebrity dancer faced their fears on the ballroom floor, and Jenn Tran, the former Bachelorette and a New Jersey native, confronted the competition head-on with partner Sasha Farber. Their contemporary dance to Olivia Rodrigo’s “Vampire” was a highlight of the night, impressing the judging panel with its intensity and drama.
Judge Derek Hough praised the performance, saying, “I loved it, I really did, the intensity and the drama.” He specifically pointed out the impressive opening backbend and head crank, noting Jenn’s commitment to character throughout the routine. Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba echoed the positive feedback, with Inaba calling it an “amazing dance” that was both “athletic” and “emotional.” The judges’ scores reflected their enthusiasm, awarding Jenn and Sasha a total of 28 points, including a coveted 10 from Carrie Ann Inaba – Jenn’s first 10 of the season.
Adding to their accolades for the night, Jenn and Sasha also dominated their dance-off. Paired against Olympic gymnast Stephen Nederoscik and his partner Rylee Arnold, they performed a lively Salsa to “Jump in the Line” from “Beetlejuice.” Their energetic performance secured a win, adding an extra three points to their score, bringing their total to 31.
Jenn Tran's Shocking Elimination from Dancing with the Stars – Despite strong performances, Jenn Tran and her partner Sasha Farber were eliminated on Halloween Nightmares night.
However, in a twist that shocked many, Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber were eliminated from “Dancing with the Stars” at the end of the night. Despite their high scores and dance-off victory, they did not garner enough audience votes to stay in the competition. The elimination came as a surprise, especially considering their strong performance and the judges’ overwhelmingly positive critiques.
In her post-elimination interview, Jenn expressed gratitude for her experience on the show and the people she met. “Everybody here has been so amazing and so kind,” she said, highlighting the close bonds formed over the past seven weeks. She specifically mentioned her partnership with Sasha, saying, “I can’t even imagine a life without Sasha at this point and I didn’t even know him seven weeks ago.”
Who is still competing for the Mirrorball Trophy?
Despite Jenn Tran’s departure, the competition remains fierce. Here are the remaining couples and their scores from “Halloween Nightmares”:
- TV star Chandler Kinny and partner Brandon Armstrong: 32 (Viennese Waltz)
- “The Bachelor” Season 28 lead Joey Graziadei and partner Jenna Johnson: 32 (Argentine Tango)
- NBA Champion Dwight Howard and partner Daniella Karagach: 31 (Contemporary)
- Super Bowl Champion Danny Amendola and partner Witney Carson: 28 (Argentine Tango)
- Olympic gymnast Stephen Nederoscik and partner Rylee Arnold: 28 (Contemporary)
- Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten: 24 (Contemporary)
Want to support your favorite couples? Here’s how to vote:
To ensure your favorite couple stays in the running for the Mirrorball Trophy, remember to vote! Voting is open during the live broadcast of “Dancing with the Stars” on ABC and Disney+. You can cast your votes online at http://dwtsvote.abc.com or via SMS text message. Make sure to vote during the voting window, which closes shortly after the final dance of the night.
Don’t miss the next episode:
“Dancing with the Stars” will be taking a break next week for election night but will return on Tuesday, November 12th, for a special 500th episode celebration. Tune in Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on ABC and Disney+ to watch the remaining couples compete. Episodes are also available for streaming on demand on Disney+ shortly after airing and the next day on ABC.com and Hulu. Stay tuned to see who will be the next to leave the ballroom and who will dance their way to the finale!
