Who went home on Dancing with the Stars 2026 Week 7? The seventh week of Season 35 saw a double elimination during the ‘Horror Movie Night’ themed episode. Source: justjared.com.
What Happened This Week
Dancing with the Stars aired a Halloween-themed episode titled ‘Horror Movie Night.’
The remaining couples performed dances inspired by legendary horror films. The episode featured a special guest judge: Shirley Ballas, the head judge of Strictly Come Dancing.
Shirley Ballas is the mother of Mark Ballas, one of the show’s long-time pro partners. This made the appearance a notable moment for fans of the show.
After performances, hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough announced the dancing couples who were safe from elimination and will dance in week eight, which is ‘Disney Night’.
Since there was no elimination last week, it was confirmed at the top of this week’s episode that there would be a double elimination.
Key Facts from the Episode
- Tyler Cameron was eliminated after Week 7. He danced with pro partner Sharna Burgess.
- Connor Wood was also eliminated. He was partnered with pro Rylee Arnold.
- Both celebrities were sent home during the final results segment.
- The elimination was based on a combined score from last week and this week’s performances and viewer votes.
The show’s format ensures that two celebrities are eliminated each week during the competitive phase. This week’s double elimination marks a consistent pattern in the season’s progression.
Background: How the Elimination Process Works
Each week, the show combines scores from the previous week with the current week’s performances and viewer votes.
After the scores are tallied, the two couples with the lowest combined scores are eliminated. This process continues until only a few couples remain.
Guest judges like Shirley Ballas bring fresh perspectives to the panel. Her presence adds a layer of continuity, especially given her connection to Mark Ballas.
Viewers’ votes are a key part of the decision. The live voting window allows audience participation, which influences the final outcome.
Why It Matters
Double eliminations are rare and often signal a shift in the competition’s momentum.
For fans, it means more drama and unpredictability. For the remaining couples, it increases pressure to perform well in upcoming weeks.
Eliminations also shape the season’s narrative, with each departure marking a turning point in the story arc.
The show continues to balance entertainment with competitive structure, ensuring both excitement and fairness.
What to Watch Next
Fans can expect performances inspired by classic Disney films.
With only a few couples remaining, the season is entering a critical phase. The next elimination could be one of the most pivotal moments of the season.
For more on the pros and their real-life lives, see Dancing with the Stars Pros Share Real-Life Partners and Family Life.
For more updates on the show, visit Just Jared’s Dancing with the Stars coverage.
Photos from the judges’ panel are available at DWTS Judges Panel.
Sources & further reading
Featured image: DWTS season 35 key art — Credit: ABC. Via original publisher. Image source
