Whitney Leavitt expressed her heartfelt emotions following her elimination from *Dancing with the Stars* on November 18, 2023. The 32-year-old star of *Secret Lives of Mormon Wives* and her partner Mark Ballas were voted off just days before the season 34 finale, which is set to air on November 25 at 20:00 ET on ABC. In a candid Instagram video shared on November 20, Leavitt reflected on the impact of her departure from the competition.
Leavitt began her video by stating, “I’m just gonna speak from the heart, and share what I’m feeling.” Her openness resonated as she conveyed the emotional toll of leaving the show. “When you are cast on *Dancing with the Stars*, you are seeing these people hours every single day. Then, it just stops. It genuinely feels like a breakup,” she continued. Leavitt described her post-elimination feelings as akin to withdrawal, noting that the absence of daily practice with Ballas left her feeling disoriented and sad.
In her reflections, Leavitt also highlighted the positive experiences she had during her time on the show. “You grow real friendships and real connections with these people,” she shared. “You learn so much about yourself and people who lift you constantly, and you challenge yourself.” She emphasized the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals who encourage the pursuit of dreams, regardless of how ambitious they may seem.
Leavitt expressed deep gratitude for her partnership with Mark Ballas, stating that their friendship was one of the most cherished aspects of her experience. “I loved every bit of it, but the one thing that I have loved the most that I wasn’t expecting was getting a lifelong friend,” she stated, humorously adding, “a friend who makes fart noises every single day.” Her heartfelt conclusion expressed appreciation for the show and its community: “I love you guys. And I f–king love this show.”
The upcoming finale of *Dancing with the Stars* will showcase the final five couples competing for the coveted mirrorball trophy. Fans can catch the exciting conclusion of season 34 on ABC, as well as through streaming platforms Disney+ and Hulu.
