DWTS Shocker: Dancer Injured, Eliminated in Rehearsal Mishap

The third episode of "Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro" saw a startling turn of events when contestant Natalie Jolley was injured during a group rehearsal. Pro dancer Britt Stewart, who was guest judging, had emphasized spatial awareness, but a momentary lapse led to an accidental collision. Jolley was struck in the face, resulting in a visibly swollen eye and her immediate transport to the hospital via ambulance.

Despite the distressing incident, the competition proceeded. The remaining nine dancers tackled team routines, with Tristen Sanders and Nina Mayster stepping up as captains. During the Team Tango's performance, Allen Genkin experienced a stumble, though he quickly recovered. Ultimately, Natalie Jolley was medically cleared to continue and was officially eliminated, inadvertently saving Tristen Sanders and Selena Hamilton from elimination.

The series, designed to entertain fans before "Dancing with the Stars" Season 35 debuts in fall 2026, continues with new challenges. Episode 4 is teased to feature guest judge Jenna Johnson leading a chemistry challenge, with another pair set to be eliminated as the competition narrows towards its finale.