When fans asked who got eliminated on Dancing with the Stars in Week 2, the answer was brutal: two couples were sent home in a surprise double elimination. The results left many reeling — and raised new questions about the stakes of DWTS voting and scoring this season.
Start With the Setup: No Elimination Week 1 & “One-Hit Wonders Night”
Season 34 kicked off on September 16, 2025, with no one going home in the premiere. That meant all 14 celebrity–pro couples carried their Week 1 scores and votes into Week 2. The stage was then set for “One-Hit Wonders Night,” when each team danced to a song from classic one-hit-wonder artists.
In Week 2, judges Derek Hough, Bruno Tonioli, and Carrie Ann Inaba returned (Inaba missing the premiere) to evaluate performances. The combined totals from judges’ scores and public votes from both weeks determined which couples would leave.
The Eliminations: Corey Feldman & Baron Davis Exit
At the end of the night, the two couples sent home were:
- Corey Feldman & Jenna Johnson — They danced a cha-cha to Sir Mix-a-Lot’s “Baby Got Back” and scored 15/30.
- Baron Davis & Britt Stewart — Their samba to “Return of the Mack” earned them 18/30.
Carrie Ann Inaba, returning after missing Week 1, was part of the judging panel. Meanwhile, The Hollywood Reporter also confirms the double elimination.
People’s full recap emphasizes the emotional moments at the elimination: Baron Davis expressed he “wanted to” win for his partner, and Feldman lamented that Jenna Johnson “deserved better.” In his final message, Feldman said, “I feel really terrible because she deserved better,” as Johnson shook her head.
Scoring Spotlight & Standouts of the Night
The pressure was high, and some couples responded with standout performances. As noted in People’s recap, four teams earned the top score of 22/30: Jen Affleck & Jan Ravnik, Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa, Whitney Leavitt & Mark Ballas, and Robert Irwin & Witney Carson.
Robert Irwin’s routine drew particular buzz and emotional resonance. The Guardian described his dance as “the joy we needed,” capturing how his energy struck a balance between technical precision and heartfelt performance.
Meanwhile, Baron Davis’s samba was hampered by a mistake late in the performance, which judges flagged as costly.
Why a Double Elimination? And What It Means for Voting
The double elimination in Week 2 was built into the show’s format. Because no one was eliminated in Week 1, producers used Week 2 to correct course and remove two couples at once. This underscores how critical every vote is — your support across multiple weeks may determine who stays. The decision also illustrates how DWTS elimination mechanics hinge on cumulative voting, not just single-episode performance.
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Aftermath & Reactions
Eliminating two fan-favorite contestants opened the door for social media backlash. Many viewers argued that Baron Davis, especially, deserved another chance, given that some other teams also had shaky performances but survived.
Although not among the eliminations, discussions swirled about pros’ dynamics too — Jenna Johnson, in particular, was lauded for her consistency and prior champion status.
Looking Ahead: What to Watch Next
With Corey Feldman and Baron Davis out, Season 34 enters a new phase. Remaining couples must not only dance well tonight, but also rally vote support across nights. Given how tight the scoring is (as seen with multiple couples tying at 22/30), performance and popularity are now equally vital.
If you’re wondering who went home on Dancing with the Stars tonight — or how to cast votes for your favorite pair — tune into the live ABC broadcast (8 p.m. ET) or stream on Disney+ the next day. Voting rules and numbers weren’t detailed in our sources yet, but expect ABC to announce them in the upcoming episodes.
As the season deepens, the question of who got eliminated on Dancing with the Stars will remain suspenseful — and for viewers, your vote could be the difference between a standing ovation or packing up dance shoes.
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