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Who got eliminated on Dancing With the Stars? Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa were sent home during Season 35, Week 8, after an emotional Disney Night filled with Broadway-inspired routines, perfect scores and a closely watched elimination.
The latest episode aired on Monday, Nov. 2, one night earlier than usual because ABC’s Tuesday schedule was affected by election coverage. With eight couples still competing, the remaining stars took on iconic Disney songs inspired by stage musicals and beloved animated films.
Who Got Eliminated on Dancing With the Stars During Disney Night?
After the judges’ scores were combined with the audience’s votes, Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa were announced as the eliminated couple. The result came after the pair delivered a paso doble to “Satisfied” from Hamilton.
Stiles entered the episode determined to rebound from a difficult Horror Movie Night performance. She was also dealing with a rib injury, but continued rehearsing and performing despite the challenge. The judges recognized the emotion and storytelling in her routine, awarding the couple a total of 33 out of 40 points.
Bruno Tonioli praised Stiles’s acting and storytelling, while Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and guest judge Cynthia Erivo also highlighted the performance’s emotional impact. Despite the positive feedback, the combined judges’ scores and viewer votes were not enough to keep the pair in the competition.
A Magical Night of Broadway-Inspired Performances
Disney Night brought a dramatic change of pace to the ballroom. The remaining couples performed routines inspired by movies and musicals including Hercules, Peter Pan, Aida, Mary Poppins, The Little Mermaid, Hamilton, Beauty and the Beast and Tangled.
Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson delivered one of the night’s biggest highlights with a jazz routine to “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” from Mary Poppins. The pair earned a perfect 40 out of 40, matching their outstanding performance from the previous week. Their score also secured immunity for the next episode.
Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy also received a perfect score for their energetic quickstep to “Be Our Guest” from Beauty and the Beast. The judges praised Dewan’s confidence, musicality and use of the ballroom floor.
The Week 8 Scores at a Glance
- Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson: 40 out of 40
- Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy: 40 out of 40
- Ezra Frech and Daniella Karagach: 37 out of 40
- Amber Glenn and Pasha Pashkov: 34 out of 40
- Tatyana Ali and Jan Ravnik: 33 out of 40
- Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa: 33 out of 40
- Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas: 32 out of 40
- Connor Wood and Rylee Arnold: 32 out of 40
Team Dances Add More Drama to the Competition
The episode also featured two competitive group performances. Team Slaytopia, led by Tatyana Ali, performed to “Zoo” from Zootopia 2 and earned 36 out of 40 points.
Team Wildcats closed the show with “We’re All in This Together” from High School Musical. The group included Connor Wood, Ezra Frech, Jenna Dewan, Harry Shum Jr. and host Julianne Hough. Their spirited performance earned a perfect 40 out of 40, with the judges praising the team’s energy and show-stopping presentation.
The group routines added another layer of excitement to an already competitive night. With several couples receiving strong scores, audience voting played a crucial role in determining who would continue into the next stage of the season.
When Is the Next Dancing With the Stars Episode?
Dancing With the Stars returns to its regular schedule on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on ABC. The remaining couples will continue competing for judges’ scores and viewer support as the season moves closer to its final episodes.
Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa’s elimination leaves the competition without another popular celebrity pairing. Meanwhile, Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson enter the next episode with immunity, giving them a valuable advantage as the remaining stars fight to stay in the ballroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who got eliminated on Dancing With the Stars this week?
Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa were eliminated during Season 35, Week 8, following Disney Night.
What dance did Julia Stiles perform?
Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa performed a paso doble to “Satisfied” from Hamilton.
What score did Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa receive?
The couple earned 33 out of 40 points from the judges.
Who earned a perfect score during Disney Night?
Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson, along with Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy, each earned 40 out of 40 points.
When is the next episode of DWTS?
The next episode airs Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on ABC.
