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Who Was Sent Home On ‘Dancing With The Stars?’ Wicked Night Recap And Scores

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The Dancing With the Stars ballroom transformed into the Ozdust Ballroom for the show’s first-ever Wicked Night on Tuesday, Oct. 21. The 10 remaining contestants performed to hit songs from Wicked and Wicked: For Good. Unfortunately, one couple was sent home at the end of the evening in a shocking elimination.

Wicked Night kicked off with a medley performance, choreographed by Christopher Scott, of “No One Mourns the Wicked,” “Defying Gravity,” “For Good,” “Thank Goodness,” “Dancing Through Life,” and “What Is This Feeling?” The couples then took the stage to perform their partner dances, which included the Argentine Tango, Contemporary, Foxtrot, Jazz, Rumba, and Quickstep.

Wicked and Wicked: For Good director Jon M. Chu served as a guest judge. Viewers were also treated to an exclusive clip from Wicked: For Good and special video messages from the film’s stars, including Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba) and Ariana Grande (Glinda).

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Both Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas, and Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa earned the highest scores of the night, marking the best of the season so far. Each couple received three 10s and one 9 from the four judges, earning an impressive 39 out of 40 for their Wicked Night performances.

Robert Irwin and Witney Carson, Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten, and Danielle Fishel and Pasha Pashkov also delivered high-scoring routines, each earning nines from the judges. Meanwhile, Andy Richter and Emma Slater received the lowest scores of the night for another week.

Read on to discover everything that happened during Dancing With the Stars’ Wicked Night, including the full list of scores, judges’ commentary for each performance, the combined Week 5 and 6 leaderboard and which couple was ultimately surprisingly sent home.

Dancing With the Stars Season 34 Wicked Night Scores

Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold

Scores: 28/40 (Carrie Ann 7, Derek 7, Chu 7, Bruno 7)

Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold performed a Contemporary dance to “The Wizard and I” by Cynthia Erivo.

Jon said he felt their routine in every part of his bones but wished some of the transitions were smoother. Bruno loved the determination and energy, but noted that he missed some of the passes. Carrie Ann called the dance an “amazing” way to kick off the show, but commented that Scott’s arms sometimes went in and out of character. Derek agreed with Jon and advised Scott to work on his transitions to make them more seamless moving forward.

Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy

Scores: 35/40 (Carrie Ann 9, Derek 9, Jon 8, Bruno 9)

Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy performed a Jazz to “What Is This Feeling?” by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.

Bruno called the routine “delicious” and said it brought him right back to classic musical comedy. Carrie Ann said the dance wasn’t Alix’s most difficult, but it was her best of the season. Derek praised the storytelling and jazz elements, while Jon said he loves it when the dance disappears into the performance — and that’s exactly what happened when watching Alix and Val.

Robert Irwin and Witney Carson

Scores: 36/40 (Carrie Ann 9, Derek 9, Jon 9, Bruno 9)

Robert Irwin and Witney Carson performed a Jazz to “Dancing Through Life” by Jonathan Bailey, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, and Cynthia Erivo.

Carrie Ann praised the ambitious quality of the dance and called the choreography stunning. Derek told Robert he should trade his hiking boots for Broadway shoes, saying, “You’re meant to be on stage.” Jon commended Robert’s range and use of props, while Bruno called the routine a joyful, theatrical treat and said he handled every moment — whether with the group, with Witney, or as a soloist — beautifully.

Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas

Scores: 39/40 (Carrie Ann 10, Derek 9, Jon 10, Bruno 10)

Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas performed a Quickstep to “Popular” by Ariana Grande.

“What!” Derek exclaimed to kick things off, saying that we’re “discovering a star” before our eyes. Jon called the routine the perfect blend of technical prowess, fun, and art. Bruno said the dance was “insanely good” and praised the intricate footwork. Carrie Ann concluded that the routine was unhinged in all the right ways, adding that Whitney is exciting to watch and continues to improve with each performance.

Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach

Scores: 32/40 (Carrie Ann 8, Derek 8, Jon 8, Bruno 8)

Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach performed a Rumba to “I’m Not That Girl” by Cynthia Erivo.

Jon noted how difficult the song is because of its slow tempo but said he could see in Dylan’s eyes that he was deeply connected to the story. Bruno commented that the routine was subtle yet romantic and praised his beautiful frame. Carrie Ann said it’s the partnership that creates the magic, though she did notice his foot got stuck during the drag turn. Derek applauded Dylan’s growth and progression throughout the season, though he also pointed out a few footwork issues.

Andy Richter and Emma Slater

Scores: 27/40 (Carrie Ann 7, Derek 6, Jon 7, Bruno 7)

Andy Richter and Emma Slater performed a Jazz to “One Short Day” by Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Kristin Chenoweth, Idina Menzel, and Michael McCorry Rose.

Bruno commended Andy for being on time, exclaiming, “It’s a miracle!” Carrie Ann called the routine really good and said he’s living proof that the art form of dance is for everyone. Derek loved the moment between Andy and the troupe dancers, describing it as fantastic. Jon said he loves watching Andy every week and that he’s incredibly proud of him.

Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten

Scores: 36/40 (Carrie Ann 9, Derek 9, Jon 9, Bruno 9)

Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten performed a Contemporary to “Defying Gravity” by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

A teary-eyed Carrie Ann said the routine was something truly special, describing it as a magical moment no one could ever forget. Derek remarked that Elaine is genuinely defying the odds, noting how she moves with grace and wisdom. Jon praised Elaine’s performance, saying that when making a film, it’s not about control but surrender, and he felt that from her today. Bruno applauded her for embodying the character and admired her full commitment to the dance. “You killed it!”

Jen Affleck and Jan Ravnik

Scores: 32/40 (Carrie Ann 8, Derek 8, Chu 8, Bruno 8)

Jen Affleck and Jan Ravnik performed a Foxtrot to “As Long as You’re Mine” by Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey.

Derek said he felt Jen was truly connected to the dance and clarified that it’s not about making the choreography harder. Jon praised Jen’s commitment to pushing herself and her perseverance. Bruno added that Jen is getting there and that her movement has improved significantly, saying, “It’s not about what you do, it’s about how you do it.” Carrie Ann noted that last week she saw Jen tap into a new, aggressive yet vulnerable side, and she likes the direction Jen is heading.

Danielle Fishel and Pasha Pashkov

Scores: 36/40 (Carrie Ann 9, Derek 9, Chu 9, Bruno 9)

Danielle Fishel and Pasha Pashkov performed an Argentine Tango to “No Good Deed” by Cynthia Erivo.

Jon began by saying that this song is one of his favorite moments in the film and that he loved watching Danielle perform it, though he wished the intensity had built even more toward the end. Bruno described the dance as sexy, passionate, and dramatic. Carrie Ann said this was Danielle’s breakthrough moment on the show. Derek emphasized the routine’s high level of difficulty, pointing out the leg locks and the precision of her movements. “Those are professional moves!” he said, though he also reminded her to breathe throughout the dance.

Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa

Scores: 39/40 (Carrie Ann 10, Derek 9, Chu 10, Bruno 10)

Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa performed a Rumba to “For Good” by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

Bruno praised the routine as “wickedly good and drop-dead gorgeous.” Carrie Ann said she doesn’t want this night to end and simply called the dance “perfection.” Derek said the routine was stunning. He added that she has all the motion and moves, and now he wants to see the emotions a bit more. Jon concluded by saying he saw Jordan compete at the Olympics in Paris and he saw his eyes there, and tonight, he saw those eyes again. “You want to win this thing!” he said.

Dancing With the Stars Week 5 Wicked Night Leaderboard

Check out the final combined scoreboard for Wicked Night and Dedication Night.

  • Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas: 72/80 (First place)
  • Robert Irwin and Witney Carson: 71/80
  • Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa: 71/80
  • Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy: 70/80
  • Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach: 68/80
  • Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten: 66/80
  • Danielle Fishel and Pasha Pashkov: 65/80
  • Jen Affleck and Jan Ravnik: 61/80
  • Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold: 58/80
  • Andy Richter and Emma Slater: 51/80 (Last place)

Who Was Eliminated On Dancing With the Stars Wicked Night?

Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold were eliminated during Week 6 of Dancing With the Stars Season 34. The fan-favorite couple had the lowest combined total of judges’ scores and viewers’ votes from Dedication Night and Wicked Night.

“You did amazing this season, and I couldn’t ask for a better partner, and I love you,” Rylee replied when co-host Julianne Hough asked what she would like to say to Scott.

Co-host Alfonso Ribeiro asked how much the experience meant to him. “It’s been everything,” Scott said. “I’m so incredibly grateful.” He added that his partner, Rylee, is his favorite person. “I had so much fun, I learned so much, and it’s Wicked Night — that’s the perfect way to go.”

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Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/monicamercuri/2025/10/21/who-was-sent-home-on-dancing-with-the-stars-wicked-night-recap-and-scores/