The Dancing With The Stars Season 35 finale is rapidly approaching, and with only a few weeks left in the competition, there are a few celebrities who are serious risk for elimination if they don’t step it up and have a major breakout performance.
Of course, the show has its obvious frontrunners. Stars such as Jenna Dewan, Harry Shum Jr., Amber Glenn, and Ezra Frech have all had major breakthrough moments, earning high scores. Jenna and Harry have even clocked perfect 10’s across the board from the judges, and they’ll be the ones to watch moving forward.
Who’s Still Left In The Competition On DWTS?
There are nine contestants left in the competition. One will go home during Grammy Week, and the finale will air on Nov. 24. This leaves just two more weeks to earn a spot in the finale.
In addition to Harry Shum Jr., Jenna Dewan, Ezra Frech, and Amber Glenn, Maura Higgins, Tatyana Ali, and Connor Wood remain in the competition. Everyone has been working hard and pushing themselves through injuries and other setbacks. However, it’s crunch time, and every point is important.
Maura Higgins Has Gone Stagnant In Recent Weeks
However, the rest of the cast is in jeopardy of elimination if they can’t figure out a way to wow the judges and win over the viewers at the same time. The most in need of this strategy may be reality star and model Maura Higgins. The former Traitors star and her partner Mark Ballas seem to be on the cusp of something great. However, they’ve yet to deliver.
Maura started off strong, earning good judges’ scores. However, in the last few weeks, other contestants like Harry, Jenna, Ezra, and Amber have improved, while she’s stayed stagnant. She seems unsure of herself in some dances, and will need to boost her confidence if she wants to continue on in the competition.
Tatyana Ali Is Still Waiting For A Breakthrough Dance
Tatyana Ali may have the love of the viewers with her sweet personality and elegant grace. However, that won’t be enough to keep pushing her through. Her scores from the judges haven’t been spectacular, although she appears to be putting in the effort to improve.
She might be host Alfonso Ribeiro’s TV baby sister from their time on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, but even that won’t save her if she can’t start earning higher marks from the panel.
Connor Wood’s Technique Has To Improve
Connor Wood has become a huge fan favorite among Dancing With The Stars viewers. His willingness to push himself, eagerness to learn the dances, and genuine joy for dancing has made him a treat to watch during Season 35. However, he’s technically behind may of the other stars, especially his fellow male contestants Harry Shum Jr. and Ezra Frech.
Connor also has a lot of respect from the judges, but that won’t sway their scores if he can’t show some major improvement with his form going into the most important part of the competition.
Anything Can Happen on Dancing With The Stars Season 35
As for the other four stars, their scores may be high, but they’ll also need to rely on fan votes to keep pushing them through. Harry seems to be beloved by everyone with his sentimental stories about his family and love for dancing. Ezra is obviously one to root for as he’s already triumphed over so many obstacles in his life.
Meanwhile, Amber and Jenna have their own fanbases that continue to vote each week. But will it be enough to send them to the finale?
Seven contestants remain, and with this week’s Grammy Night elimination, the finale just two weeks away, it’s win or go home for these stars, who are hoping to take home the coveted Mirrorball Trophy at the end of the competition.
Dancing With The Stars airs on ABC and Disney+ at 8pm E.T.
