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Dancer Rylee Arnold Eliminated from 'DWTS' in Shocking Twist
23 Oct
Summary
- Rylee Arnold, 20, and her partner Scott Hoying, 34, eliminated from 'DWTS'
- Received straight 7s from judges but still eliminated on Wicked Night
- Arnold to return as pro dancer for rest of season, Hoying to focus on Pentatonix tour
On October 21, 2025, contestants on 'Dancing with the Stars' took the stage for the show's Wicked Night, performing dances to songs from the hit musical. Despite receiving straight 7s from the judges, including guest judge Jon M. Chu, dancer Rylee Arnold and her celebrity partner Scott Hoying were unexpectedly eliminated at the end of the episode.
In a post-show interview, Hoying expressed his fondness for Arnold, calling her his "favorite person ever." Arnold, for her part, said she "couldn't ask for a better partner" and was proud of Hoying's hard work and improvements throughout the season.
Following the elimination, the 20-year-old Arnold shared an emotional TikTok video, addressing her sadness that her journey with Hoying on the show had come to an end. However, she confirmed that she will continue to perform in the 'DWTS' opening numbers for the rest of the season.
As for Hoying, the 34-year-old will now shift his focus to Pentatonix's upcoming Christmas in the City Tour, which is set to kick off on November 8 in West Valley City, Utah.
