DWTS Twist: Two Contestants Share a Name!

This season of Dancing With the Stars introduces a unique voting challenge due to the presence of two contestants with identical first names. Host Alfonso Ribeiro announced on September 15 that viewers need to be precise when casting their votes. Specifically, to vote for Conner Leavitt, fans must text "Conner L.", and for Connor Wood, they should text "Connor W.".

This special instruction applies only to these two individuals to avoid confusion. All other contestants can be voted for using only their first names via text. The show aims for a seamless viewing and voting experience despite this naming overlap, ensuring a fair competition for all celebrity dancers.