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Who went home on Dancing With the Stars tonight? Ciara Miller and Brandon Armstrong were eliminated during season 35’s Mariah Carey Night, delivering the second consecutive surprise exit of the competition. The pair scored 21 out of 30 from the judges, but their combined total of judges’ scores and viewer votes was not enough to keep them safe.
The elimination followed a glamorous night devoted entirely to Mariah Carey’s music. The remaining couples performed some of the Grammy-winning singer’s best-known songs, including “Emotions,” “Fantasy,” “Obsessed” and “Touch My Body.” Despite the night’s celebratory theme, the results once again left viewers stunned.
Who Went Home on Dancing With the Stars Tonight?
Ciara Miller, known for Summer House, and professional dancer Brandon Armstrong performed a jazz routine to “Emotions.” Their performance earned a score of 21/30, matching the totals received by Tyler Cameron and Sharna Burgess, Jackson Olson and Emma Slater, and Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa.
Although the pair was not at the very bottom of the judges’ leaderboard, the voting results ultimately placed them in danger. On Dancing With the Stars, the final outcome combines judges’ scores with audience votes, meaning a strong performance does not always guarantee safety.
Mariah Carey Night Delivers Season 35’s Highest Score
Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas claimed the top spot of the evening with a Waltz to “If It’s Over.” The couple earned a season-best 25/30, including the first nine paddle of season 35 from Carrie Ann Inaba.
Earlier in the show, Ezra Frech and Daniella Karagach, Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson, and Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy each received 24/30. Their scores represented the highest totals of the season so far for Ezra and Jenna, respectively.
At the other end of the leaderboard, Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson struggled with their samba to “Obsessed.” The routine received just 13/30, making them the lowest-scoring couple of the night. However, the judges’ scores alone do not determine who leaves the competition.
Full DWTS Mariah Carey Night Scores
- Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas: 25/30
- Ezra Frech and Daniella Karagach: 24/30
- Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson: 24/30
- Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy: 24/30
- Amber Glenn and Pasha Pashkov: 23/30
- Ciara Miller and Brandon Armstrong: 21/30 — eliminated
- Tyler Cameron and Sharna Burgess: 21/30
- Jackson Olson and Emma Slater: 21/30
- Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa: 21/30
- Tatyana Ali and Jan Ravnik: 20/30
- Connor Wood and Rylee Arnold: 19/30
- Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson: 13/30
Another Unexpected Elimination Shakes the Competition
Ciara and Brandon’s departure came just one week after Taylor Hanson and Britt Stewart were unexpectedly eliminated during Yacht Rock Night. The back-to-back exits demonstrate how quickly the competition can change as public voting becomes increasingly important.
Viewers can cast up to 10 votes per couple through each available voting method, including the ABC website and text messaging. Live voting takes place during the East Coast broadcast and closes shortly after the final performance. West Coast viewers must vote during the corresponding live voting window.
The remaining season 35 contestants include Tatyana Ali, Tyler Cameron, Jenna Dewan, Ezra Frech, Amber Glenn, Maura Higgins, Jackson Olson, Guillermo Rodriguez, Harry Shum Jr., Julia Stiles and Connor Wood. With several couples separated by only a few points, the next elimination could be just as unpredictable.
FAQs About Who Went Home on Dancing With the Stars Tonight
Who was eliminated from Dancing With the Stars tonight?
Ciara Miller and Brandon Armstrong were eliminated during Mariah Carey Night after receiving 21/30 from the judges.
What was the highest score of Mariah Carey Night?
Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas earned the highest score, receiving 25/30 for their Waltz to “If It’s Over.”
Who received the lowest score?
Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson received the lowest score of the night, earning 13/30 for their samba to “Obsessed.”
How are contestants eliminated on DWTS?
Eliminations are determined by combining the judges’ scores with viewer votes. The couple with the lowest combined total leaves the competition.
When does Dancing With the Stars air?
Season 35 airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on ABC and Disney+, with episodes available to stream on Hulu the following day.
