Dancing with the Stars Season 34: After shocking Jen Affleck’s elimination, here’s who is left in the show

The latest episode of Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) delivered an unexpected twist that left both the audience and contestants reeling. On the Halloween-themed night of October 28, social media influencer Jen Affleck and professional dancer Jan Ravnik were eliminated from the competition, marking one of the most surprising exits of Season 34.

Jen Affleck Bids Farewell After Haunting Halloween Performance

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star, 26, and her dance partner, 30-year-old Jan Ravnik, known for his stint on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, performed a chilling contemporary routine to “Look What You Made Me Do.” The powerful and athletic act earned them a score of 34 points from judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, Derek Hough, and guest judge Cheryl Burke, a former DWTS champion.

Despite their creative choreography and emotional depth, the pair’s elimination came as a shock to fans. Their performance had shown steady improvement, though their overall scores remained among the lowest this season.


Speaking to Entertainment Tonight after the elimination, Affleck described her DWTS journey as “everything I dreamed of.” Having given birth to her third child just three months before joining the show, she acknowledged the physical and emotional challenges of performing while balancing motherhood. “It added to my purpose, wanting to do the show and to share my story,” she said.

Ravnik, visibly disappointed, said he was “confused by the scores” but “proud” of his partner’s resilience. When asked about criticism from former DWTS professional Maksim Chmerkovskiy earlier in the week, Ravnik dismissed the remarks, saying, “The people trying to stay relevant by spreading hate — that’s not the way to do it.”

Fans Rally Behind Jen Affleck

Social media platforms lit up with outrage and disbelief following the elimination, as mentioned in a report by USA Today. Many fans claimed that Affleck was “one of the most mistreated contestants in the show’s 20-year history.” Others praised her growth and Ravnik’s debut as a professional dancer, calling the duo’s exit “premature” and “undeserved.”

One viewer commented, “She had so much potential and was doing so well each week. The judges were hard on her.” Another wrote, “For Jan’s first season as a pro, he did great and will continue to shine.”

Elaine Hendrix Misses Halloween Night Due to Injury

Meanwhile, another notable moment from the Halloween episode was the absence of actress Elaine Hendrix, known for The Parent Trap. Host Alfonso Ribeiro informed audiences that Hendrix suffered an injury during morning rehearsals and was taken to the hospital for assessment. “They’re still in the competition and still need your votes,” Ribeiro said during the broadcast.

Hendrix later shared her disappointment on social media, writing that she was “devastated” to miss the live performance but hopeful for recovery. Instead of their Halloween routine, DWTS aired rehearsal footage of Hendrix and her partner Alan Bersten. The production confirmed that the pair remain in the competition.

Who’s Left on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Season 34?

With Affleck and Ravnik’s elimination, Dancing with the Stars Season 34 now features the following contestants, as per a report by USA Today:

• Robert Irwin (with Witney Carson)
  
• Jordan Chiles (with Ezra Sosa)
  
• Alix Earle (with Val Chmerkovskiy)
  
• Danielle Fishel (with Pasha Pashkov)
  
• Elaine Hendrix (with Alan Bersten)
  
• Andy Richter (with Emma Slater)
  
• Dylan Efron (with Daniella Karagach)
  
• Whitney Leavitt (with Mark Ballas)
  

The competition continues to intensify as the remaining pairs prepare for next week’s theme, with fan favorites Irwin and Chiles emerging as top contenders.

DWTS Halloween Night Recap

The Halloween episode featured elaborate costumes and high-energy routines inspired by horror classics. Despite the eerie ambiance, fans noted that the night’s biggest shock came not from the spooky theme but from Affleck’s exit.

Judge Cheryl Burke, returning as a guest, praised several contestants for “raising the bar,” but audiences at home seemed to disagree with the final outcome. “It’s getting harder to watch good dancers go home,” one viewer posted on X (formerly Twitter).

FAQs

Who was eliminated from Dancing with the Stars on October 28, 2025?

Jen Affleck and her partner Jan Ravnik were eliminated following their Halloween-themed performance to Taylor Swift’s “Look What You Made Me Do.”

Why did Elaine Hendrix miss the Halloween episode of DWTS?

Elaine Hendrix sustained an injury during rehearsal and was hospitalized. The show aired her rehearsal footage, and she remains in the competition.