The iconic 'Dancing With the Stars' has concluded its 34th season with a bang, leaving fans on the edge of their seats! But who took home the coveted trophy? Prepare for a thrilling finale as we reveal the scores and the new champion.
Spoiler Alert! If you haven't watched episode 11 yet, look away now! The show is about to crown a new winner, but before that, let's dive into the spectacular season finale.
The final episode was a star-studded extravaganza, bringing back the entire cast to cheer on the top five finalists: Alix Earle, Dylan Efron, Elaine Hendrix, Jordan Chiles, and Robert Irwin. In a historic first, the remaining couples showcased their talent in three brand-new dances: the judges' choice, instant dance challenge, and freestyle rounds.
And the excitement didn't stop there! Former contestants, including Jen Affleck, Whitney Leavitt, Hilaria Baldwin, Baron Davis, Corey Feldman, Danielle Fishel, Scott Hoying, Lauren Jauregui, and Andy Richter, returned to grace the stage one last time.
But here's where it gets interesting: The Hollywood Reporter reveals the secrets behind the show's viral success this season. Showrunner Conrad Green and casting director Deena Katz attribute it to a clever combination of social media buzz and strategic casting. Deena Katz highlights the impact of TikTok, stating, "The TikTok world has opened up a whole new audience for us." And Conrad Green sheds light on the voting process, confirming that viewer votes carry as much weight as judges' scores in deciding eliminations.
Green explains the intricate scoring system: "The judges' leaderboards determine ranking points, and the same goes for public votes. The couple with the lowest combined total of these ranking points is eliminated." Live voting adds to the suspense, with results revealed shortly after the final performance.
And now, the moment you've all been waiting for: The winner of season 34 is... (drumroll, please!)
See the scores and the new champion below, and stay tuned for updates!
Judges' Choice:
- Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy: 30/30
- Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach: 28/30
- Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten: 30/30
- Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa: 29/30
- Robert Irwin and Witney Carson: 29/30
Instant Dance Challenge:
- Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy: 30/30
- Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach
- Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten
- Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa
- Robert Irwin and Witney Carson
Freestyle:
- Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy
- Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach
- Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten
- Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa
- Robert Irwin and Witney Carson
Final Results:
- Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy
- Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach
- Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten
- Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa
- Robert Irwin and Witney Carson
Catch all the action on ABC and Disney+, with new episodes streaming on Hulu the following day.
What did you think of the finale? Were you surprised by the winner? And what's your take on the impact of social media on the show's success? Share your thoughts and keep the conversation going!
