It was the first time in the history of Dancing with the Stars that no one went home on October 14, 2025. That is why the judges broke tradition on Dedication Night and who led the competition.
Historic night for DWTS Fans
On October 14, 2025, Dancing with the Stars shocked fans with an unexpected twist. No one was eliminated. This was the first time that all contestants gone home safe after a live episode.
The decision was made on the emotional Dedication Night of Week 5. All the celebrities delivered emotional acts in dedication to those they loved, one of the most emotional episodes of Season 34.
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Why has no elimination happened?
The shocking news was announced related to the ballroom by Host Alfonso Ribeiro. “The first couple who is safe is… all of you!” he declared. Co-host Julianne Hough said that producers could not send anyone home on such a significant night.
Any scores and viewer votes in this episode will be carried forward to the next week. That indeed increasing the stakes for Week 6.
Who’s Leading the Competition?
Dylan Efron and his pro partner Daniella Karagach led the leaderboard with 36 out of 40 points. His modern routine dedicated to his younger sister was praised by every judge.
Another outstanding performance of the day was by Robert Irwin. He gave his emotional tribute to mother Terri a total of 35 points and left judge Derek Hough in tears. Alix Earle was also able to match that score with her touching sister’s dedication.
Who is at risk?
Andy Richter is a comedian who is at the bottom. He scored 24 points on his salsa with Emma Slater that put him at risk of the next elimination.
The other ten couples are Jordan Chiles, Whitney Leavitt, Danielle Fishel, Scott Hoying, Jen Affleck and Elaine Hendrix. Hilaria Baldwin was the fourth contestant eliminated last week during Disney Night.
Combined scores will determine who is out of the contest next week and who enters the Mirrorball Trophy competition.
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