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DWTS Shocker: Beloved Contestant Eliminated Despite Impressive Performance
12 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Tami Fishel praises Andy Richter's DWTS performance
- Richter's quickstep routine exceeded Fishel's expectations
- Kaitlyn Bristowe's shirtless reveal boosted Richter's votes
On November 12, 2025, former DWTS contestant Tami Fishel shared her thoughts on the latest episode of the show, which featured a surprising elimination. Fishel, who competed on the current season of DWTS, was impressed by the performance of contestant Andy Richter, who she believed had one of his best nights on the show.
Fishel admitted to being skeptical about Richter's ability to perform a quickstep, given his recent knee issues. However, she was pleasantly surprised by the routine, which she felt had "significantly more content" than she had anticipated. Fishel praised Richter's ability to move well during the dance, which was set to "Puttin' on the Ritz" by Robbie Williams.
Fishel also highlighted the strategic move by Richter's partner, Emma Slater, to have DWTS viewers focus on Richter during the episode's relay dance. This included a moment where fellow contestant Kaitlyn Bristowe ripped open Richter's shirt, revealing his impressive abs. Fishel believed this move could have led to an "influx of phone calls, of votes and texts" for Richter.
Despite Fishel's praise and the apparent boost in votes, Richter was ultimately eliminated from the competition on that night. Fishel expressed her surprise at this outcome, stating, "I can't believe I'm saying this, but I was somehow surprised that Andy went home tonight."
