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DWTS Week 9: Andy Richter eliminated, 4 perfect scores, Tom Bergeron guest judge, Prince William surprise. Full table, relays, dupes.
DWTS Season 34 just threw the ultimate 20th Birthday Party – think Tom Bergeron back as guest judge, original pros reunion, Len Goodman tribute, and first perfect 40s! Seven couples battled iconic freestyles + Relay Dance twist with Mirrorball champs. Andy Richter out, 3-way tie at top (42 pts), and Prince William Zoom-bombed Robert Irwin!
From emotional Foxtrots to steamy Argentine Tangos, this was nostalgia overload. We’ve got full scores table, relay winners, elimination details, outfit dupes under $50, and Pinterest pins. Who’s your semifinal fave? Vote below!
DWTS 20th Birthday Night: Opening + Tribute Highlights
Epic Opener: Derek Hough-choreographed number with Season 1 pros (Edyta, Ashly, Louis + more) to remixed DWTS theme – goosebumps!
Tom Bergeron Return: Julianne Hough teared up welcoming him. Tom: "Like I never left." Fans obsessed!
In Memoriam: Ezra Sosa + Rylee Arnold danced to Lady Gaga’s “Always Remember Us This Way” – honored Len Goodman, Aaron Carter, Shannen Doherty + more. Judges choked up.
Relay Twist: Celebs swapped pros for Mirrorball winners (Joey, Kaitlyn, Apolo +). Whitney/Mark immunity = auto 2 pts.
Full Scores + Dances Table: Who Nailed It?
Couple | Dance + Song | Inspo | Scores (CA/DH/TB/Bruno) | Total | Relay (+2 pts?) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Robert Irwin + Witney Carson | Foxtrot – “Footprints in the Sand” (Leona Lewis) | Bindi Irwin S21 | 10/10/10/10 | 40 | Won vs Alix (Jive) → 42 |
Dylan Efron + Daniella Karagach | Argentine Tango – “Ain’t No Sunshine” (Bill Withers) | Milo Manheim S27 | 10/10/10/10 | 40 | Won vs Andy (Viennese) → 42 |
Whitney Leavitt + Mark Ballas | Argentine Tango – “Cell Block Tango” (Chicago) | Gabby Windey S31 | 10/10/10/10 | 40 | Immunity → 42 |
Alix Earle + Val Chmerkovskiy | Foxtrot – “Singin’ in the Rain” (Matthew Morrison) | Nev Schulman S29 | 10/10/10/10 | 40 | Lost → 40 |
Jordan Chiles + Ezra Sosa | Cha Cha – “Get Up” (Ciara ft. Chamillionaire) | Wayne Brady S31 | 9/10/9/9 | 37 | Won vs Elaine (Quickstep) → 39 |
Elaine Hendrix + Alan Bersten | Salsa – “It Takes Two” (Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock) | Mario Lopez S3 | 9/9/9/9 | 36 | Lost → 36 |
Andy Richter + Emma Slater | Quickstep – “Puttin’ on the Ritz” (Robbie Williams) | Jordan Fisher S25 | 8/7/7/7 | 29 | Lost → 29 |
Top 3 Tie: Robert, Dylan, Whitney – 42 pts
Bottom: Andy – eliminated despite fan love.
Standout Moments + Judge Quotes
Robert’s Emotional Foxtrot
Dedicated to dad Steve Irwin + sister Bindi. Prince William surprise video: “Missed you at Earthshot, twinkle toes!”
Bruno: “Royal seal of approval!” Carrie Ann: “Powerful + profound.” Derek: “Beacon of joy.”
First 40 of season – tears everywhere!
Dylan’s Breakthrough Argentine Tango
Derek: “Breakthrough moment!” Tom: “Leading man!” Carrie Ann crowned him best Argentine Tango (dethroning Gilles Marini).
Whitney’s Fierce “Cell Block Tango”
Bruno: “Ruthless killer driven by passion – best dancer tonight!”
Alix’s Classic Foxtrot
Carrie Ann: “Letting go = heart of the show.” Derek: “Flawless!”
Relay Winners
Quickstep: Jordan + Apolo Ohno
Viennese Waltz: Dylan + Rumer Willis (Andy’s abs shirt rip = viral!)
Jive: Robert + Xochitl Gomez
Andy Richter Eliminated: Bittersweet Goodbye
Lowest score but fan fave. Andy: “Changed my life – feel like a winner!”
Emma: “Wonderful journey.”
Safe: Robert, Whitney, Alix, Elaine, Jordan, Dylan → Semifinals (Prince Night, Nov 18)!
Outfit Dupes Under $50: Steal the Ballroom Looks
Celeb Look | Vibe | Dupe Formula | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
Robert’s Foxtrot Suit | Classic navy | Blazer + trousers | H&M Blazer ($30) + Amazon Trousers ($15) = $45 |
Whitney’s Tango Red | Fierce fringe | Midi dress + heels | Shein Fringe ($25) + ASOS Heels ($20) = $45 |
Alix’s Foxtrot Glam | Old Hollywood | Satin gown | Amazon Satin ($30) + Earrings ($10) = $40 |
Pinterest Pin: “DWTS 20th Birthday Dupes – $50 slay!”
Instagram Carousel: Scores + outfits – “Tag your relay partner! #DWTS20”
FAQ: Your DWTS Birthday Questions
Q: Why Tom Bergeron back?
A: 20th anniversary – first return since 2020 exit.
Q: Who won relays?
A: Jordan/Apolo, Dylan/Rumer, Robert/Xochitl.
Q: Next theme?
A: Prince Night – semifinals Nov 18!
Q: How to vote?
A: Disney+ or ABC app – live during show.
Q: Plus-size dupes?
A: ASOS Curve has all!
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Key Takeaways
DWTS 20th Birthday delivered perfect scores, tears, royalty + Tom Bergeron magic! Andy’s out, but Robert, Dylan, Whitney lead into Prince semifinals.
Your Vote: ❤️ Robert, 🔥 Dylan, 👑 Whitney? Comment!
Pinterest Board: “DWTS Season 34 Birthday” – save dances!
Instagram Shoppable: “Relay links – swipe up! #DWTS”
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