The Shocking Full List: Who Got Eliminated From DWTS Season 34 And The Surprise Semi-Final Exit
The ballroom drama of "Dancing with the Stars" Season 34 has officially concluded, but the shockwaves from the final eliminations are still reverberating across social media and fan forums. As of this current date in December 2025, the most recent season cemented its place as one of the most competitive and controversial in recent memory, culminating in a semi-finals exit that stunned both the judges and the viewers at home. The journey to the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy was filled with perfect scores, emotional tributes, and unexpected goodbyes.
This comprehensive recap will break down the entire Season 34 elimination order, from the first week's surprise departure to the final, shocking cut just before the grand finale. We'll reveal which celebrity-pro pairings had their dreams dashed and detail the incredible run of the season's ultimate champions.
The Complete Cast and The Final Elimination of DWTS Season 34
Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars, which premiered on September 16, 2025, brought together a diverse and talented group of celebrity contestants, each paired with a seasoned professional dancer. The competition was fierce from the start, making every week's elimination a high-stakes event. The journey concluded on December 2, 2025, with a finale that saw a beloved star claim the coveted prize.
The Full Roster of DWTS Season 34 Celebrity & Pro Pairings
The season began with 14 couples vying for the Mirrorball Trophy. Here is the complete list of the Season 34 cast and their professional partners:
- Robert Irwin with Pro Witney Carson (The eventual winners)
- Alix Earle with Pro Val Chmerkovskiy
- Whitney Leavitt with Pro Mark Ballas
- Elaine Hendrix with Pro Alan Bersten
- Jordan Chiles with Pro Ezra Sosa
- Dylan Efron with Pro Daniella Karagach
- Jen Affleck with Pro Jan Ravnik
- Andy Richter with Pro Emma Slater
- Danielle Fishel with Pro Pasha Pashkov
- Baron Davis with Pro Britt Stewart
- Corey Feldman with Pro Jenna Johnson
- Tia Mowry with Pro Artem Chigvintsev
- Mario Lopez with Pro Koko Iwasaki
- Jimmie Allen with Pro Sharna Burgess
The Semi-Finals Shock: Who Was Eliminated Last?
The final elimination before the grand finale occurred during Week 10, the highly anticipated Semi-Finals, which featured a "Prince Night" theme. This week's results were arguably the most controversial of the entire season.
The couple sent home in the semi-finals was Whitney Leavitt and her partner Mark Ballas.
Leavitt, a star from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and veteran pro Mark Ballas had a remarkable run, consistently scoring high with the judges. Their Viennese Waltz to Prince's "Slow Love" in the semi-finals earned them an impressive score of 29 out of 30. Fans were left stunned and even "raged" over the elimination of a dancer who had received near-perfect scores and had been a frontrunner for much of the competition. Their elimination highlighted the brutal nature of the show's format, where judges' scores are combined with viewer votes, proving that popularity can sometimes outweigh technical skill at the final hurdle.
The Full DWTS Season 34 Elimination Journey
The road to the finale was a dramatic one, with several beloved celebrities leaving the ballroom earlier than expected. Here is the complete, week-by-week breakdown of who was eliminated from Dancing with the Stars Season 34, leading up to the crowning of the winners, Robert Irwin and Witney Carson.
The Final Standings: The Full Elimination Order
The following list details the couples eliminated and their final placement in the competition:
- 14th Place (Week 1): Jimmie Allen and Pro Sharna Burgess. The country music star's journey was cut short in a surprising early exit.
- 13th Place (Week 2): Mario Lopez and Pro Koko Iwasaki. The talk show host and his partner were the second couple to be sent home.
- 12th Place (Week 2 - Double Elimination): Tia Mowry and Pro Artem Chigvintsev. The actress was eliminated alongside Lopez in a tough double-elimination night.
- 11th Place (Week 3): Corey Feldman and Pro Jenna Johnson. The actor's energetic but often chaotic performances didn't resonate enough with voters to keep him in the running.
- 10th Place (Week 4): Baron Davis and Pro Britt Stewart. The former NBA star and his partner were eliminated after struggling to find consistency in their technique.
- 9th Place (Week 5): Danielle Fishel and Pro Pasha Pashkov. The Boy Meets World star, despite a strong fanbase, couldn't secure enough votes to advance past the halfway point.
- 8th Place (Week 6): Andy Richter and Pro Emma Slater. The comedian and talk show sidekick provided plenty of entertainment but was ultimately out-danced by the competition.
- 7th Place (Week 7): Jen Affleck and Pro Jan Ravnik. The reality star was a dark horse in the competition but fell short of the quarter-finals.
- 6th Place (Week 8): Dylan Efron and Pro Daniella Karagach. Zac Efron's brother showed significant improvement but was eliminated just shy of the semi-finals.
- 5th Place (Week 9 - Quarter-Finals): Jordan Chiles and Pro Ezra Sosa. The Olympic gymnast's incredible athleticism wasn't enough to secure a spot in the final four.
- 4th Place (Week 10 - Semi-Finals): Whitney Leavitt and Pro Mark Ballas. The most shocking elimination of the season, despite high scores, they were sent home in a brutal cut.
- 3rd Place (Finals): Elaine Hendrix and Pro Alan Bersten. The Parent Trap actress and her partner finished in a very respectable third place.
- 2nd Place (Finals): Alix Earle and Pro Val Chmerkovskiy. The popular social media personality and the veteran pro were the runners-up, finishing a strong second.
- WINNERS: Robert Irwin and Pro Witney Carson. The wildlife conservationist and his partner were crowned the champions, taking home the Mirrorball Trophy.
The Legacy of Season 34: A Battle of Scores vs. Votes
Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars will be remembered as a high-scoring season where the gap between judges' scores and audience votes was never more apparent. The elimination of Whitney Leavitt in the semi-finals perfectly encapsulates this tension. Leavitt and Ballas were consistently at the top of the leaderboard, earning high praise for their technical execution and artistry.
The judges, including Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough, frequently awarded them 9s and 10s. For instance, they were one of the first couples to earn their first set of 10s, putting them at the top of the leaderboard early on. However, the sheer volume of votes for other celebrity contestants, particularly those with massive social media followings like Alix Earle, proved too much to overcome, despite their lower standing on the judges' leaderboard.
Ultimately, the combination of strong performances and a powerful voting base secured the victory for Robert Irwin and Witney Carson. Irwin, the son of the late Steve Irwin, became the second member of his family to win the show, a decade after his sister Bindi Irwin's victory. His emotional performances and consistent improvement throughout the season resonated deeply with the audience, proving that the Mirrorball Trophy is a prize won through a perfect blend of skill, heart, and viewer support.
The intense competition, the surprising eliminations, and the triumphant victory of a fan favorite ensure that DWTS Season 34 will be a talking point for years to come, setting a high bar for the next season's celebrity contestants and professional dancers.
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