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Loved Ones Join Contestants on Dancing with the Stars Stage
15 Oct
Summary
- 10 remaining couples paid tribute to influential people
- Friends and family joined celebrities on the ballroom floor
- Scores were out of 40 points with a new judge

On October 14, 2025, the fifth week of season 34 of Dancing with the Stars aired, featuring Dedication Night. The 10 remaining couples used their performances to pay tribute to influential people in their lives, leading to heartfelt moments as they shared stories about their loved ones.
For the first time in the show's history, the friends and family members selected by each celebrity contestant for their dedications joined them on the ballroom floor. This added an extra layer of emotion to the proceedings, as the contestants were able to share their special moments with the people who mean the most to them.
The scores for the night were out of 40 points, as former dancing pro Kym Johnson joined the regular judges, Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Derek Hough, at the table. The new judging panel provided a fresh perspective on the performances.
By the end of the night, a surprise caught the ballroom off guard, leaving the audience and contestants alike eager to see what would happen next in this thrilling season of Dancing with the Stars.