Viewers React to ‘DWTS’ Semi-Final Night That Ended with a ‘Corny’ Result

The “DWTS” semifinals ended with a twist no one saw coming. The episode left viewers buzzing with mixed reactions on social media.

The competition on “DWTS” is heating up as the show enters its final stretch. The November 19 semifinals saw the remaining five contestants take the floor twice, performing one ballroom and one Latin routine in a bid to claim a coveted spot in the finale.

The evening opened with a vibrant pro and troupe performance to Dua Lipa’s “Dance The Night,” choreographed by Sasha Farber and Ezra Sosa. Adding to the night’s highlights a special performance of Tate McRae’s “Greedy (Acoustic).”

Choreographed by Mandy Moore, the routine showcased dancers set to hit the road for the “DWTS Live 2025 Tour.” Judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough offered advice and critique as they delivered their second-to-last scores, keeping emotions high throughout the night.

The semifinals took an unexpected turn, leaving fans talking. In a twist that surprised many, no one was eliminated this week. Every contestant was declared safe, setting the stage for a five-person showdown in next week’s finale.

As the news sank in, social media lit up with divided reactions. “I think it’s corny doing a five-person finale two years in a row 😭,” lamented one viewer. Another user, clearly unimpressed by the outcome, labeled the episode “POINTLESS.”

The critiques didn’t stop there. Some fans expressed frustration over the finalists, with one commenting, “Two mediocre men in the finale is such a slap in the face.” Others channeled their disappointment into humor, with one user posting, “Pls let there be an elimination” on repeat like a mantra.

Despite the wave of criticism, not everyone was upset with the semi-finals. Some fans embraced the unexpected outcome and cheered for the chance to see all five pairs compete again.

“I love it that no one went home!” one viewer gushed. Another