Hilaria Baldwin’s journey on Dancing With the Stars came to an end on October 7, during a Disney Night episode that ended with her and professional partner Gleb Savchenko being eliminated from the competition. The outcome was a mix of disappointment and gratitude, with Baldwin sharing an emotional moment about the lesson she hopes to pass on to her children.
The Elimination Announcement
Hilaria Baldwin and Gleb Savchenko were eliminated from the competition despite receiving a score of 23 for their Quickstep to “Cantina Band” from Star Wars: A New Hope. This placed them in the middle of the leaderboard, not at the bottom. Comedian Andy Richter, who had the lowest score of the night at 18, was saved by viewer votes, a result that surprised some viewers.
Following the announcement, Baldwin and Savchenko reacted to their elimination in a joint interview. “We’re okay,” she told reporters. “I mean, we’re not great, but we’re okay at the same time. It’s mixed.”
An Emotional Reaction and Family Support
Hilaria Baldwin became emotional while reflecting on the support from her family, especially her children, throughout her time on the show. She recalled a conversation with her daughter before the season began.
“The first night we got here to LA … I said to my daughter, because I’m so open with my kids, ‘What happens if I get voted off right away?’” she said, getting choked up. “She said, ‘Mommy, at least you tried.’ And I hope they always know that: At least I tried.”
Her partner, Gleb Savchenko, was full of praise for her efforts. “You tried your best, I’m so proud of you,” he told her. “And I’m so grateful for an opportunity to be able to dance with you, because I felt like I was transformed back to my competition times. I’ve never danced a samba that level ever on Dancing With the Stars or on tour.” He went on to call her a “real, true superhero” both in the studio and at home as a mother.
Fan Reactions and Online Commentary
The elimination sparked immediate reactions on social media, with many viewers expressing strong opinions. Some were delighted by the outcome, while others felt it was unfair based on dancing ability.
One social media user captured a video of themselves screaming “YES!” the moment the elimination was announced, calling Baldwin their “nemesis.” Another viewer posted a similar celebratory clip.
However, other comments acknowledged the complicating role of fan votes. One user stated, “I don’t like Hilaria Baldwin, but I cannot believe she just got eliminated… she’s just a good dancer. How is Andy Richter still here? I guess just because of the fan votes. People don’t like her, so she’s not getting the fan votes.”
Reported Backstage Tensions
Despite her public display of grace, reports suggest a different scene unfolded backstage. Sources allege that Baldwin was “livid” and “completely lost it” following the elimination. It is reported that she felt her elimination was an act of “sabotage,” blaming producers for not giving her “Disney enough” music and choreography.
According to these reports, she also expressed anger at the judges and her husband Alec Baldwin’s friends for not voting. One source described her as being on a “rollercoaster of rage and tears,” while another noted, “It was heartbreaking. She wanted this to be her redemption moment.”
Looking Forward After Disney Night
In her public comments, Hilaria Baldwin focused on the positive. She told Extra that she was “grateful” for the experience, saying, “I only look back at it with love, and I’m only crying because it’s been so wonderful, and I’m sad to go.”
She and Savchenko plan to continue supporting the remaining contestants. Baldwin explained that with ten votes available to them, they would split them evenly among the other couples. “We have 10 votes,” she said. “We can give one to each one of them, because we love them all equally.” Savchenko added, “We’re going to cheer everyone on. We’re so happy that everyone has continued their journey. We support them. We love them.”
Had she not been eliminated, the following week would have held a special significance for Baldwin. She was scheduled to have her husband, Alec Baldwin, join her in the ballroom for the show’s dedication night.
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