Jenn Tran, a fan favorite from The Bachelorette season 20, recently captivated audiences with her vibrant energy and newfound dance skills on season 33 of Dancing With the Stars. However, the transition back to everyday life after her elimination from Dancing With the Stars brought unexpected feelings of loss, which she humorously described as a “midlife crisis.” In a candid TikTok video, Jenn Tran opened up about her emotional rollercoaster and her plans to keep dancing a central part of her life.
Jenn Tran at Dancing With the Stars looking glamorous in her dance costume
“Get ready with me, and let’s talk about life after Dancing With the Stars,” Jenn Tran began in her TikTok video, connecting with her followers on a personal level. She confessed, “OK, I was having a little bit of a midlife crisis for a hot second after I was eliminated from Dancing With the Stars. But now, we’re back, and I finally found a will to live again.” This lighthearted yet honest admission resonated with many, highlighting the intense emotional journey contestants experience on shows like Dancing With the Stars.
Tran elaborated on the sudden shift from the demanding schedule of rehearsals and performances to the quiet of post-show life. “Honestly, I’m not going to lie. I was maybe being dramatic, slash I really just loved being on the show so much, so it was really hard to go from literally dancing every day all the time to suddenly the next day not dancing.” This abrupt change felt significant, leading her to draw a relatable comparison.
She poignantly likened the experience to “going through a breakup.” Jenn Tran explained the intensity of the Dancing With the Stars experience: “I felt like I broke up with dancing, and I didn’t know if it was going to take me back or not. It is kind of like breaking up with somebody because you’re in constant contact with them every day, and then the next day you’re not. Immediately ghost. Nothing. Dancing ghosted with me.” This emotional analogy captured the depth of her connection with dance and the void left after her Dancing With the Stars journey ended.
Despite the initial disappointment of elimination, Jenn Tran’s story took a positive turn. Her partnership with Sasha Farber on Dancing With the Stars proved to be a particularly meaningful and supportive experience, both during and after the show.
Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber smiling and posing together, highlighting their partnership on Dancing With the Stars
In fact, Jenn Tran’s time on Dancing With the Stars was a “healing experience,” especially with Sasha Farber as her professional dance partner. Announced as part of the cast shortly after her emotional Bachelorette finale, Dancing With the Stars became a new chapter for Jenn. She shared in an interview with People how Farber, a seasoned Dancing With the Stars pro, helped ground her during this transition.
Looking ahead, Jenn Tran is determined to keep dance in her life. “I’ve decided that I’m gonna continue dance classes. And yes, right now, Sasha [Farber] is teaching me dance here and there. Little TikTok videos, little tidbits.” Fans have enjoyed seeing glimpses of their continued dance partnership on social media, showcasing their enduring bond formed on Dancing With the Stars.
She further expressed her commitment to dance, stating, “I’m honestly thinking of taking dance lessons on my own, too. I used to think was kind of weird, but now I’m like, you know what, I don’t care what anybody thinks, I’m just going to do it.” This declaration reflects her growing confidence and passion for dance, independent of the competitive environment of Dancing With the Stars.
Jenn Tran acknowledged the initial well-meaning but perhaps unhelpful advice she received after her Dancing With the Stars departure. “I think before when I was in my denial, anger, bargaining phase of getting off of Dancing With the Stars, everyone’s telling me, ‘It’s fine. You can still take dancing classes,’” she recounted. “And I’m like, ‘Well, what for? What am I dancing for? Like, what am I gonna post on TikTok? Nobody cares about that.’”
Jenn Tran proudly holding her score card with a 10 on Dancing With the Stars
However, Jenn Tran had a significant realization about her motivation for dancing. She explained that she came to understand she’s “not dancing for anybody but herself.” Reflecting on her Dancing With the Stars journey, she said, “When I was on the show, every time I was dancing it was just because I really loved it… I never really cared about [winning the Mirrorball Trophy]. I mean, yeah, obviously, I’m in the competition for a reason, but I was like I really just wanted to make it to the end so that I could just dance and take every second of this experience that I can. But like, I didn’t care where I placed.” This perspective highlights her genuine love for dance over the competitive aspect of Dancing With the Stars.
While her weekly performances in the DWTS ballroom are over, Jenn Tran emphasized that taking dance lessons is now “good for the soul.” Her journey on Dancing With the Stars may have ended, but her dance story is just beginning. Fans can continue to follow Jenn Tran’s dance journey as she explores new styles and shares her progress, perhaps even hoping to see her join the Dancing With the Stars tour in the future, an idea she has openly embraced.
