Dancing with the Stars: Week 8 Recap & Road to the Finale
As we barrel toward the finish line, Dancing with the Stars Season 34 delivered another exciting night of competition! This week, dubbed the 20th Birthday Party episode, featured both individual dances and a thrilling relay round. Let’s break down everything you need to know, including who’s still in the running and how the finale is shaping up.
relay Races & Bonus Points
During the relay dances,couples went head-to-head in a dynamic format. One duo performed for the first half of the song, seamlessly handing off to their partners for the remainder. Judges awarded two bonus points to the winning couple of each round, adding an extra layer of strategy and excitement.
Though, Whitney and Mark were given a well-deserved pass this week. they earned immunity last week and rightfully sat out the relay round to rest and prepare for the final stretch.
The Final Countdown
With the 20th Birthday Party episode now in the books, onyl two weeks of competition remain. Next week’s Prince Night will serve as the semi-finals, setting the stage for the highly anticipated three-hour finale on November 25th.
Remember, each week, the couple with the lowest combined total of judges’ scores and your votes faces elimination. Live voting takes place during the East Coast airing of the show and closes shortly after the final performance. Don’t forget to cast your vote!
Week 8 Competitors: Individual dances
Here’s a look at the couples who took to the floor for their individual performances:
* Dylan efron and Daniella Karagach
* Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy
* Andy Richter and Emma Slater
* Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas
* Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten
* Jordan chiles and Ezra Sosa
* Robert Irwin and Witney Carson
Relay Dance Pairings: Champions Unite!
The relay round brought a fantastic twist, pairing this season’s contestants with past DWTS champions. This added a unique dynamic and raised the stakes.Here’s how the pairings shook out:
* Dylan Efron and Rumer Willis (season 20 Champion)
* Alix Earle and Joey Graziadei (Season 33 Champion)
* Andy Richter and Kaitlyn Bristowe (Season 29 champion)
* Elaine Hendrix and Rashad Jennings (Season 24 Champion)
* Jordan Chiles and Apolo Anton Ohno (Season 4 Champion)
* Robert Irwin and Xochitl Gomez (Season 32 Champion)
Where to Watch
You can catch all the action live on ABC and stream simultaneously on Disney+ every Tuesday. New episodes become available on hulu for streaming on Wednesdays. Don’t miss a beat as we head towards the grand finale!
This season is proving to be one of the most competitive yet.Stay tuned for more updates, analysis, and predictions as we get closer to crowning the Season 34 champion!
