The ballroom drama of Dancing with the Stars Season 34 has officially concluded, and if you missed a single week, you likely missed a major upset. The 2025 season, which wrapped up with a spectacular finale on December 2, 2025, delivered one of the most unpredictable elimination runs in recent memory, culminating in a highly controversial semi-finals exit and the crowning of a fan-favorite winner. The battle for the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy saw a star-studded cast of 14 celebrities put everything on the line, but only one couple could emerge victorious.
This comprehensive recap provides the definitive, week-by-week list of every celebrity and professional dancer pairing that was sent home, along with a deep dive into the season's most talked-about eliminations and the biographical profile of the ultimate champion. From early double eliminations to a shocking semi-finals twist, here is the full breakdown of who was eliminated on Dancing with the Stars Season 34.
The Definitive DWTS Season 34 (2025) Elimination Order: Who Went Home?
The 34th season of Dancing with the Stars kicked off in September 2025 with 14 celebrity-pro pairings. The journey was a rollercoaster of perfect scores, emotional performances, and heartbreaking goodbyes. The elimination process relied on a combination of the judges' scores (Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, Bruno Tonioli) and the crucial viewer votes from home, which often led to surprising and controversial results.
Below is the complete, final elimination list, detailing the celebrity, their professional partner, and the week they said goodbye to the ballroom.
- Week 1: No Elimination (All couples were safe to proceed to Week 2).
- Week 2 (Double Elimination): Corey Feldman & Jenna Johnson
- Week 2 (Double Elimination): Baron Davis & Britt Stewart
- Week 3: Lauren Jauregui & Brandon Armstrong
- Week 4 (Disney Night): Hilaria Baldwin & Gleb Savchenko
- Week 5: No Elimination (Typically a non-elimination night for a special theme).
- Week 6 (Wicked Night): Scott Hoying & Rylee Arnold
- Week 7 (Halloween Night): Jen Affleck & Jan Ravnik
- Week 8: Danielle Fishel & Pasha Pashkov
- Week 9: Andy Richter & Emma Slater
- Week 10 (Semi-Finals): Whitney Leavitt & Mark Ballas
The remaining five couples—Robert Irwin & Witney Carson, Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy, Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach, Elaine Hendrix & Alan Bersten, and Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa—advanced to the highly anticipated Season 34 Finale.
The Shocking Semi-Finals Elimination and the Final Standings
The most debated moment of the entire season was undoubtedly the semi-finals elimination. The show is notorious for sending home high-scoring couples due to low viewer votes, and Season 34 delivered a classic example of this phenomenon.
The Controversial Exit of Whitney Leavitt
The elimination of Whitney Leavitt, star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and her partner Mark Ballas, sent shockwaves through the DWTS fanbase. Despite earning some of the highest scores of the night—a near-perfect 58 out of 60 for their two dances—the couple found themselves in the bottom two. The combination of judges’ scores and public votes was not enough to save them, leaving fans outraged and sparking widespread discussion on social media about the fairness of the voting system. Leavitt's departure meant a high-caliber dancer was sent home right before the final showdown, proving once again that viewer support is the ultimate decider in the competition.
The DWTS Season 34 Finale Results
The finale on December 2, 2025, saw the remaining five couples compete for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy. The competition was fierce, with all couples delivering show-stopping performances. In the end, the winner was determined by the highest combined total of judges' scores from the finale and the public’s final votes from the entire season.
- WINNER: Robert Irwin & Witney Carson
- Runner-Up: Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy
- 3rd Place: Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach
- 4th Place: Elaine Hendrix & Alan Bersten
- 5th Place: Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa
Robert Irwin, the wildlife conservationist and son of the late Steve Irwin, and his partner Witney Carson, secured the victory, overcoming a significant rib injury that Robert sustained just before the finale. Their emotional journey, high scores, and immense public support were key factors in their win, making Robert the latest celebrity to take home the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.
Notable Eliminated Celebrities: A Quick Profile
Several high-profile celebrities were sent home earlier than expected in Season 34. Here is a brief look at some of the most talked-about eliminations and their background, adding topical authority to the season’s narrative.
Lauren Jauregui: The Fifth Harmony Star
Lauren Jauregui, best known as a former member of the globally successful girl group Fifth Harmony, was eliminated in Week 3 alongside her partner Brandon Armstrong. Her early exit was a surprise to many fans who expected her to leverage her stage presence and musical background for a deeper run in the competition. Her final performance, a Cha-Cha, was praised, but ultimately, the fan votes fell short.
Danielle Fishel: The Beloved Sitcom Star
Actress Danielle Fishel, who rose to fame playing Topanga Lawrence in the iconic 90s sitcom Boy Meets World, was eliminated in Week 8 with her partner Pasha Pashkov. Fishel's journey was marked by emotional and heartfelt performances, including a tribute dance that resonated deeply with her fans. Her elimination was described as a "surprise" by some viewers, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the show's voting system.
Baron Davis: The NBA Veteran
Former NBA All-Star Baron Davis was part of the first major elimination of the season in Week 2, along with his partner Britt Stewart. As a professional athlete, Davis was expected to have the stamina and competitive edge to go further, but the double elimination night proved too challenging for the basketball star and actor. His early exit, along with actor/comedian Corey Feldman, set the tone for a season of unexpected goodbyes.
The DWTS Season 34 Legacy
Dancing with the Stars Season 34 will be remembered for its tight competition, emotional tributes, and the power of the public vote. The eliminations, from the early departure of a Fifth Harmony star to the controversial semi-finals exit of a high-scoring reality personality, kept viewers on the edge of their seats every week. Ultimately, the season cemented the fact that on DWTS, no one is truly safe, and the combination of talent and fan dedication is the only path to the Mirrorball Trophy.
Detail Author:
- Name : Verona Crooks
- Username : conroy.eleanora
- Email : danika.zemlak@gmail.com
- Birthdate : 1976-12-26
- Address : 80293 Claudie Trail Ratkebury, CT 83676-7787
- Phone : 1-443-887-9116
- Company : Swaniawski and Sons
- Job : Legal Secretary
- Bio : Distinctio quis odit dicta voluptas et. Cum dolorum alias voluptatem et aut. Deleniti dolor quia libero maxime.
Socials
twitter:
- url : https://twitter.com/rheaturner
- username : rheaturner
- bio : Assumenda quas enim ducimus distinctio labore quo architecto. Qui eos quibusdam officia et odit sed accusamus. Similique ducimus dolores consequatur.
- followers : 2563
- following : 852
facebook:
- url : https://facebook.com/rhea_official
- username : rhea_official
- bio : Neque commodi quis sint quia id asperiores sed voluptatem.
- followers : 5945
- following : 165
linkedin:
- url : https://linkedin.com/in/rhea2514
- username : rhea2514
- bio : Non est et iusto quidem.
- followers : 4941
- following : 2234