Fans of Dancing with the Stars have expressed outrage after Jenn Tran was eliminated in week seven, with many arguing that retired NBA star Dwight Howard should have been sent home instead. The episode, themed 'Halloween Nightmares', aired on 29 October and featured dance-offs alongside regular performances.
Jenn, a former Bachelor star, danced a Contemporary to Olivia Rodrigo's 'Vampire' with partner Sasha Farber. She then won a dance-off against Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik, performing the salsa to 'Jump In the Line'. Her final score for the week was 31.
Dwight Howard also performed a Contemporary to 'Ring Around the Rosie', with partner Daniella Karagach, incorporating numerous lifts. He won his dance-off against rugby player Ilona Maher, dancing the Cha-Cha to 'Ghostbusters', also earning a final score of 31. Despite the tie, Jenn was eliminated.
Viewers took to social media to vent their frustration, with comments such as 'Dwight should've gone home' and 'This is Dancing with the Stars, not Lifting with the Stars'. Many felt Jenn had shown more improvement and dance ability.
Speaking after her elimination, Jenn said she was proud of her performance, noting she had conquered her fear of stage fright and moved her hips. She expressed gratitude for the experience.
