Season 33 of Dancing With the Stars has concluded, crowning Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson as champions. However, the journey to the Mirrorball Trophy involved a series of eliminations, sending talented celebrity contestants and their professional partners home each week. For fans who missed an episode or want a recap of who was eliminated and when, here’s a comprehensive list of every couple eliminated from Dancing With the Stars season 33.
The Winners: Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson
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Ultimately, Bachelor star Joey Graziadei, paired with Jenna Johnson, captured the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. Graziadei entered the competition hoping to gain confidence through dance, famously stating, “I got the rose, I got the girl, now I’m coming for that Mirrorball.” He achieved his goal, winning the season finale on November 26th.
Second Place: Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten
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Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher and her partner Alan Bersten danced their way to second place in the season finale. Maher aimed to inspire young girls to embrace body positivity through her participation in the show.
Third Place: Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong
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Actress Chandler Kinney, known for Pretty Little Liars and Z-O-M-B-I-E-S, alongside Brandon Armstrong, secured third place. Kinney joined Dancing With the Stars to revisit her childhood dance commercial experience and explore her dance potential.
Fourth Place: Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold
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Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold finished in fourth place. As the first male gymnast to compete on DWTS, Nedoroscik aimed to leave a memorable mark on the show.
Fifth Place: Danny Amendola and Witney Carson
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NFL Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola and Witney Carson rounded out the top five. Amendola dedicated his participation to his mother, expressing her excitement for his Dancing With the Stars journey.
Eliminated on November 12: Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach
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NBA champion Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach were eliminated on November 12. Howard joined Dancing With the Stars with the encouragement of his family, seeking to enjoy the experience.
Eliminated on October 29: Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber
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Bachelorette star Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber were eliminated on October 29. Following an emotional breakup on her show, Tran aimed to focus on herself and personal growth during her time on DWTS.
Eliminated on October 22: Phaedra Parks and Val Chmerkovskiy
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Real Housewives of Atlanta star Phaedra Parks and Val Chmerkovskiy were eliminated on October 22. Parks sought to challenge her children’s doubts and break the “Real Housewives curse” on Dancing With the Stars.
Eliminated on October 15: Brooks Nader and Gleb Savchenko
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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Brooks Nader and Gleb Savchenko were eliminated on October 15. Nader viewed Dancing With the Stars as an opportunity to address “unfinished business” with dance.
Eliminated on October 8 (Double Elimination): Eric Roberts and Britt Stewart
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Actor Eric Roberts, known for roles in The Dark Knight and Runaway Train, and Britt Stewart were part of a double elimination on October 8. A long-time fan of the show, Roberts fulfilled a 19-year dream by competing on DWTS.
Eliminated on October 8 (Double Elimination): Reginald VelJohnson and Emma Slater
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Family Matters and Die Hard actor Reginald VelJohnson and Emma Slater were also eliminated on October 8 in the double elimination. VelJohnson aimed to showcase ballroom skills learned from his parents, hoping not to “Die Hard” on the dance floor.
Eliminated on September 24 (Double Elimination): Anna Delvey and Ezra Sosa
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Fake heiress Anna Delvey, the subject of Inventing Anna, and Ezra Sosa were eliminated on September 24 in a double elimination. Delvey sought to reveal a different facet of her personality and change public perception through Dancing With the Stars.
Eliminated on September 24 (Double Elimination): Tori Spelling and Pasha Pashkov
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Beverly Hills, 90210 actress Tori Spelling and Pasha Pashkov were also eliminated on September 24. Spelling aimed to rediscover herself in the public eye after turning 50 and experiencing a public divorce.
Season 33 of Dancing With the Stars showcased a diverse cast of celebrities, each with their own motivations for joining the competition. While only one couple could win, each contestant brought their unique energy and story to the dance floor, contributing to an exciting and memorable season for viewers.
