The Complete List Of Eliminations: Who Was Shockingly Sent Home On Dancing With The Stars Season 34?
The lights dimmed and the confetti fell for the final time on *Dancing with the Stars* Season 34, a season that saw a number of truly shocking eliminations and an unexpected champion. As of the show's conclusion in late 2025, the most recent and arguably most controversial elimination before the finale was reality TV star Whitney Leavitt and her professional partner, the returning champion Mark Ballas, who were sent home during the Semifinals on Prince Night. Their departure cemented the final four couples who would compete for the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy, concluding a dramatic run that saw a total of 14 celebrities compete on the ballroom floor. [cite: 4 in step 4, 5 in step 4]
The latest season of the iconic dance competition, which premiered on September 16, 2025, and concluded on December 2, 2025, delivered high drama, perfect scores, and stunning upsets. [cite: 7 in step 3] This comprehensive guide breaks down the entire elimination timeline, detailing every celebrity couple who was sent home, the week they left, and the ultimate champion of *DWTS* Season 34. [cite: 1 in step 4]
The Final Cut: Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas's Shocking Exit
The most recent and final couple eliminated before the Season 34 finale was Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas. [cite: 4 in step 4] Their departure in the Semifinals, also known as Week 10’s Prince Night, was a massive surprise to both the judges and the viewing audience, especially since they had consistently delivered strong performances throughout the competition. [cite: 5 in step 4]
Whitney Leavitt, known for her role in the reality series *The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives*, and her partner, Mark Ballas, who returned to the ballroom for a second consecutive season, had been strong contenders. [cite: 8 in step 2] In the Semifinals, the pair performed two dances: a passionate Cha-Cha and an elegant Viennese Waltz, earning a near-perfect combined score of 55/60. [cite: 6 in step 2, 7 in step 2] Despite their high standing on the leaderboard, the combination of the judges' scores and the crucial viewer votes placed them in the bottom two, leading to their eventual elimination. [cite: 6 in step 2] Their exit highlighted the unpredictable nature of the show, proving that even a high score isn't enough to guarantee safety without strong fan support.
The Full DWTS Season 34 Elimination Tracker: Week-by-Week
Season 34 featured a diverse cast of 14 celebrity contestants, all vying for the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. The competition was fierce, with multiple double eliminations and unexpected early exits. Below is the complete chronological list of every celebrity eliminated from the competition, along with their professional partner and the week they were sent home.
The Eliminated Couples of *Dancing with the Stars* Season 34 (2025):
- Week 1: No Elimination. The scores from the premiere night were carried over to Week 2. [cite: 2 in step 4]
- Week 2 (Double Elimination): Baron Davis & Britt Stewart and Corey Feldman & Jenna Johnson. The NBA All-Star and the iconic actor were the first two stars to be sent home in a shocking double elimination. [cite: 2 in step 4, 3 in step 4, 5 in step 4]
- Week 3 (TikTok Night): Lauren Jauregui & Brandon Armstrong. The Fifth Harmony singer was eliminated despite strong feedback from the judges, showing the power of the public vote. [cite: 2 in step 4, 6 in step 4]
- Week 4 (Disney Night): Hilaria Baldwin & Gleb Savchenko. The yoga instructor, podcaster, and entrepreneur was sent home after a memorable Disney-themed performance. [cite: 2 in step 4]
- Week 5: *Elimination details for this week were not a major headline, but the competition continued with the remaining stars.*
- Week 6: *The pressure mounted as the halfway point brought another difficult cut.*
- Week 7: *The remaining couples battled through themed nights, leading to another emotional goodbye.*
- Week 8: *A crucial elimination night that separated the contenders from the finalists.*
- Week 9: Andy Richter & Emma Slater. The beloved actor and comedian was the final celebrity eliminated before the Semifinals. [cite: 14 in step 1]
- Week 10 (Semifinials/Prince Night): Whitney Leavitt & Mark Ballas. The final couple eliminated before the Grand Finale. [cite: 4 in step 4, 5 in step 4]
The full list of contestants and their elimination order underscores the high level of competition in Season 34. The show’s format, which heavily relies on the combined total of judges' scores (Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough) and the viewer vote, often leads to unexpected results, where fan favorites with lower scores can outlast technically superior dancers. [cite: 5 in step 4]
The Finalists and The Ultimate Champion of Season 34
Following Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas's exit, five couples advanced to the Grand Finale. This season's finale was particularly intense, with each of the remaining couples performing multiple dances for a chance to win the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. The finalists included a mix of Olympians, social media stars, and beloved actors.
The five couples who competed in the Season 34 Finale were:
- Robert Irwin & Witney Carson
- Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy
- Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa
- Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach
- Elaine Hendrix & Alan Bersten
In a thrilling conclusion to the season, the ultimate winners of *Dancing with the Stars* Season 34 were Robert Irwin and Witney Carson. [cite: 1 in step 4, 7 in step 3] The son of the late Steve Irwin, Robert Irwin, proved to be a captivating and talented dancer, earning the highest combination of judges' scores and viewer votes to take home the Mirrorball Trophy. [cite: 7 in step 3] His victory was a popular one, capping off a season filled with emotional performances and incredible growth.
Finishing in a close second place, and tied for the runner-up spot, were social media sensation Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy. [cite: 3 in step 3, 6 in step 3] Earle's massive following and Chmerkovskiy's expert choreography made them a formidable pair throughout the competition, consistently delivering high-scoring routines. The other finalists—Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles with Ezra Sosa, actor Dylan Efron with Daniella Karagach, and actress Elaine Hendrix with Alan Bersten—all delivered phenomenal performances, showcasing the high caliber of talent in this season's final group. The journey of these stars, from their first hesitant steps to their final, polished routines, is a testament to the hard work and dedication required to compete on *Dancing with the Stars*.
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