Dancing With the Stars Halloween Night turned into a family feud when Alix Earle’s stepmom, Ashley Dupré, fired off a TikTok rant after guest judge Cheryl Burke docked the influencer a point. “Oh, go take more Ozempic!” Dupré snapped as Burke flashed a 9 — reigniting Ozempic rumors Burke has shut down for months.

The clip exploded (2M+ views), splitting fans between “body-shaming bully” backlash and “savage defense” laughs. As a reality TV junkie, I’m hooked on the drama — but let’s unpack the facts, Burke’s glow-up, and why this matters beyond the ballroom.

The Halloween Tango That Sparked Chaos

Alix Earle (27) and pro Val Chmerkovskiy slayed a Bury a Friend tango — earning three 10s from Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough (30/30). Burke? A lone 9 (total 39/40).

Dupré’s Live Reaction (TikTok):

• “F—ing amazing!” (on Alix’s dance)

• Burke holds 9 → “Oh, go take more Ozempic!”

• Kid: “What?” → Dupré: “She looks weird. Doesn’t even look like her.”

Viral Fallout: 2M views, #DWTSDrama trending. Fans: “Unnecessary bully” vs. “Iconic shade.”

Who’s Ashley Dupré? The Stepmom Behind the Mic

• Married: Alix’s dad, Thomas ‘TJ’ Earle (2013)

• Kids: 3 with TJ + Alix & sister Ashtin

• Past: Former escort (Eliot Spitzer scandal, 2008) — now family-focused influencer

Why the Rage? Alix safe in competition, but Dupré’s protective mama-bear mode kicked in.

Cheryl Burke’s Weight Loss: The Facts, Not Fiction

Burke (41) returned as guest judge — her first since 2022 retirement — looking slimmer (down ~41 lbs).

Burke’s Denials & Routine:

• Ozempic? “No way — I faint at needles” (Us Weekly, Aug 2025)

• Method: Z.E.N. Foods delivery (1,200–1,400 cal/day) — oatmeal, salads, no eating past 7 PM

• Weight: 150 lbs (heaviest) → 109 lbs

• Exercise: Dog walks, treadmill editing, Fitbit classes

• Mindset: “Not about scale — how I feel” (People)

Body Dysmorphia Battle:

• “Weekly fittings triggered me” (ET, May 2025)

• “Travelled with scale” — now ditched

Criticism Response: “Worse now than when I gained weight” (TikTok, Mar 2025)

Fan Verdict: Love, Hate, or Shade?

Pro-Burke:

• “Fair judge — best critiques!” (Reddit)

• “Permanent spot? Yes!” (X)

Anti-Dupré:

• “Body-shaming a bully”

• “Unnecessary — Alix still slayed”

Pro-Dupré:

• “Savage! 😂”

• “Ozempic comment had me peeing”

Burke on Scoring Drama (Page Six): “Damned if you do, damned if you don’t.”

Why This Drama Hits Hard in 2025

• Ozempic Era: Celebs face endless drug speculation

• Body Positivity vs. Reality: Burke reps self-love; Dupré’s jab fuels toxicity

• Family Loyalty: Stepmom defending stepdaughter — relatable or reckless?

Takeaway: Dance scores fade; kindness sticks. Burke’s glow-up is her win — no needles needed.