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DWTS Pro Recalls 'Robbed' Season 27 Victory
12 May
Summary
- Witney Carson feels her partner Milo Manheim was unfairly denied a DWTS win in 2018.
- Fans rallied for 'Justice for Milo' when old performances resurfaced online.
- Bobby Bones returned his DWTS trophy amidst controversy over his win.
Witney Carson, a two-time "Dancing With the Stars" champion, shared her enduring belief that her Season 27 partner, Milo Manheim, was unjustly denied a victory in 2018. Carson expressed to Us Weekly that the season felt like a "gut punch" and that she "fell short for him." This sentiment gained traction online as younger fans discovered old performances, sparking a movement for "Justice for Milo."
The 2018 finale saw Sharna Burgess and Bobby Bones declared winners, a decision that was controversial due to their consistently lower scores compared to other finalists like Carson and Manheim. Years later, in November 2025, Bobby Bones revealed he returned his trophy, citing lingering backlash and remarks from former host Tom Bergeron. Bergeron later apologized for his comments.
Carson also noted that her recent win with Robert Irwin in 2025 felt like a form of redemption for Manheim, as Irwin was present and fans were still vocally supporting Manheim. The iconic rain dance from Carson and Manheim's season remains a favorite performance for the pro dancer, despite her earlier doubts about its suitability.
