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DWTS Shocker: First Couple Eliminated From Season 35
16 Sep
Summary
- Conner Leavitt was the first contestant eliminated on DWTS Season 35.
- Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson earned the highest score on Night One.
- Witney Carson is competing while pregnant with her third child.
The highly anticipated Season 35 premiere of "Dancing With the Stars" commenced with a surprising elimination on its opening night. Conner Leavitt and his professional partner, Adele Zaikman, were the first couple to be sent home from the competition. Leavitt, whose wife competed last season, shared his appreciation for Zaikman's talent after their exit.
Zaikman, who earned her pro spot through a competition, described dancing in the ballroom as a dream realized. The night saw several couples vying for top scores. Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson secured the highest score with a Cha Cha, while Paralympian Ezra Frech and Daniella Karagach also performed strongly.
Witney Carson, partnered with Guillermo Rodriguez, highlighted her unique position this season, competing while pregnant with her third child. Carson aims to inspire other mothers, emphasizing that personal growth doesn't require sacrificing identity. The show continues with the female celebrities' performances on the second night of its premiere, featuring songs from their birth years.
