Dancing With the Stars Season 34 continues to enthrall audiences with its blend of glitz, emotion, and high-energy performances. The latest episode, Dedication Night, showcased ten remaining pairs paying tribute to their family and friends, leaving fans emotional while keeping the competition intense. Here is a detailed overview of contestants who have left, those in contention, frontrunners for the finale, and prize details.

DWTS Season 34: Contestants Who Have Gone Home

Since the season premiere on September 16, 2025, four pairs have been eliminated. Hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, the show began without eliminations in the first week, as per a report by Fandom Wire.

• Week 2 – Double Elimination: During One-Hit Wonders Night, former NBA star and his pro partner Britt Stewart, along with actor Corey Feldman and Jenna Johnson, were sent home after record-breaking viewer votes.
• Week 3 – TikTok Night: Fifth Harmony’s Lauren Jauregui and her partner Brandon Armstrong were eliminated despite strong feedback from the judges. She expressed frustration but appreciated the encouragement.
• Week 4 – Disney Night: Hilaria Baldwin and pro partner Gleb Savchenko were eliminated after performing a Star Wars-themed quickstep. Baldwin blamed a TikTok voting campaign for the outcome, which she felt suppressed her fan votes.
• Week 5 – Dedication Night: No eliminations occurred, giving the remaining ten pairs a chance to impress the judges and viewers further.

Dancing With the Stars Dedication Night Highlights

During Dedication Night, contestants dedicated routines to significant people in their lives. Guest judge and two-time Mirrorball winner Kym Johnson joined Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough in evaluating performances.

• Top Scorer: Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach received 36/40, dedicating their performance to his sister Olivia.
• High Scores: Robert Irwin & Witney Carson (35/40) to his mother Terri Irwin, and Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy (35/40) to her younger sister Izabel.
• Lowest Score: Andy Richter & Emma Slater (24/40) dedicated their dance to Richter’s daughter Cornelia.

The episode was emotional, with many celebrities bringing personal stories to the ballroom, including Danielle Fishel, who paid tribute to Bill Daniels, her Boy Meets World co-star.

Favorites to Win the DWTS Season 34 Finale

While predictions are subjective, sources, as mentioned in a report by Fandomwire, suggest Robert Irwin and his partner Witney Carson are front-runners. Their family-friendly image and strong performances have captured viewers’ attention. Other potential contenders include Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas, whose Broadway aspirations and fan following make them strong competitors.

Comedian Andy Richter, although not a top contender, has won hearts with his consistent efforts and fan votes, proving popularity is as important as skill.

Dancing With the Stars Prize Money

Contestants compete primarily for the Mirrorball trophy, with monetary earnings tied to episode participation. According to Variety, each celebrity receives a signing bonus of around $125,000 covering rehearsals and initial episodes. Earnings increase on a sliding scale from week three onwards, with the final four potentially earning up to $295,000 if they reach the finale, as per a report by Fandomwire. The prize structure incentivizes consistent performance throughout the season.

DWTS Week 6: What to Expect

The next episode, airing October 21 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and Disney+, will feature a Wicked-themed night. Viewers can anticipate one or two eliminations, intensifying the race for the coveted Mirrorball trophy.

FAQs

Who has been eliminated so far in DWTS Season 34?

Four pairs have gone home: Britt Stewart & NBA star, Corey Feldman & Jenna Johnson, Lauren Jauregui & Brandon Armstrong, and Hilaria Baldwin & Gleb Savchenko.

Who scored the highest on Dedication Night?

Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach scored 36/40, dedicating their performance to Olivia Efron.