Dancing With the Stars has kicked off its 34th season with a bang, delivering what some are calling its most riveting competition to date.
The second episode, broadcast on Tuesday, September 23, was nothing short of jaw-dropping, featuring a double elimination that left even the seasoned judges astounded—yes, all three showed up this time!
After missing the premiere, Carrie Ann Inaba made her grand return to the ballroom, offering accolades to TikTok influencer Alix Earle and dancer Val Chmerkovskiy for an “incredible” opening performance on One-Hit Wonder Night. In true Carrie Ann fashion, she didn’t hold back, enthusiastically dubbing Olympian Jordan Chiles a “Tina Turner” of the dance floor.
Actress Elaine Hendrix and her partner Alan Bersten got the crowd roaring with their lively number set to Toni Basil’s classic, “Hey Mickey,” who made a surprise visit during rehearsals—because, why not join the chaos of reality TV?
While some contestants showcased their dedication to the rigorous dance routines, a few fell flat, ultimately leading to the elimination of Baron Davis and Britt Stewart, alongside Jenna Johnson and Corey Feldman, who bid their farewells in dramatic style.
Post-elimination, Feldman expressed his heartfelt sympathies for Johnson, whom he lovingly referred to as a “queen.” Meanwhile, Davis retained his optimism, predicting that Stewart is due for a DWTS mirrorball trophy sooner rather than later.
Dancing With the Stars airs on ABC and Disney+ every Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET. Check out the scores for each couple from One-Hit Wonder Night below:
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‘Dancing With the Stars’ One-Hit Wonder Night Shocks With Double Elimination: Who Went Home?
Dancing With the Stars has officially entered the realm of must-watch television this season. The second episode bluntly illustrated how high the stakes can be in the unforgiving arena of reality TV.
By showcasing some passionate performances while simultaneously delighting audiences, Carrie Ann Inaba returned to judging with aplomb, offering uplifting encouragement to several contestants while swiftly delivering necessary critiques to those needing improvement.
The night brought highlights, including Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten‘s electric performance, which left the audience buzzing with their rendition of “Hey Mickey.”
Of course, with the thrill comes the suspense, culminating in a double elimination that sent shockwaves throughout the ballroom.
