Whitney Leavitt is making her comeback to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives for Season 4 despite her shocking elimination from Dancing with the Stars just days before the season 34 finale. The controversial reality star will return to the Hulu series next year after stepping away midway through Season 3.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Whitney Leavitt is confirmed to return for Mormon Wives Season 4 on Hulu in early 2026
- She was eliminated from DWTS Season 34 in November 2025 semifinals despite ranking first with a 26.9 average score
- Leavitt admitted she only returned to Mormon Wives Season 3 to secure an opportunity to audition for Dancing with the Stars
- Hulu greenlit the show with a 20-episode order announced on November 25, 2025
Whitney Leavitt Confirmed for Mormon Wives Season 4 Return
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On November 26, 2025, Yahoo Entertainment confirmed that Whitney Leavitt will be starring in The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 4 when the hit Hulu reality show returns next year. The announcement comes after the controversial star faced major backlash during her DWTS run on ABC’s 34th season.
The reality star was notably absent for the first half of Season 3 but returned partway through. She had initially stepped away from the show entirely, but made a strategic decision to return solely for the opportunity to audition for Dancing with the Stars, a move she openly admitted on camera.
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Leavitt was among the strongest dancers competing on the ABC competition show, earning some of the highest scores of the entire season. She topped the leaderboard seven times and maintained an impressive average score of 26.9 out of 30, ranking first among all contestants.
However, she fell short in the fan voting during the November 18, 2025 semifinals, resulting in her elimination alongside her pro partner Mark Ballas. The timing coincided with the release of Mormon Wives Season 3 on Hulu, where she publicly discussed using the reality show primarily as a stepping stone to compete on Dancing with the Stars.
| Achievement | Details |
| DWTS Average Score | 26.9 out of 30 (ranked #1) |
| Leaderboard Tops | 7 times during Season 34 |
| Pro Partner | Mark Ballas |
| Elimination Date | November 18, 2025 (Semifinals) |
Her Honest Admission About Returning to Mormon Wives
During an on-air confession in Mormon Wives Season 3, Leavitt stated candidly: “I just really needed a break, but then I heard from my team Dancing with the Stars was going to cast someone from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and that’s a motivator. I’ll come back for that.” This transparency rubbed many viewers the wrong way.
“It genuinely feels like a breakup. It feels like I’m going through withdrawals right now. Today just felt so weird. It felt so weird not going into the studio and meeting with Mark and learning a dance.”
— Whitney Leavitt, in tears reflecting on her DWTS elimination
Mormon Wives Season 4 Will Expand with 20 New Episodes
Hulu officially announced on November 25, 2025 that The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has been renewed for a fourth season with a staggering 20-episode order. The streaming platform confirmed that new episodes will premiere in early 2026, giving fans plenty of content to look forward to.
The massive episode count suggests the show may expand into multiple seasons’ worth of content, similar to how Seasons 2 and 3 were structured. Industry sources indicate that filming for Season 4 is expected to continue through most of 2026, ensuring a robust pipeline of drama from Utah’s MomTok scene.
What Comes Next for Whitney Leavitt and the Mormon Wives Cast?
Beyond Leavitt’s confirmation, the Season 4 cast will likely include returning stars such as Taylor Frankie Paul, Jessi Ngatikaura, Jennifer Affleck, Mikayla Matthews, Mayci Neeley, Layla Taylor, and Demi Engemann. The complete roster has not been officially announced.
The reunion special for Season 3 is scheduled to air on December 4, 2025 on Hulu, giving viewers a chance to see cast reactions and drama resolution before the show takes a brief hiatus. With Season 4’s massive episode order, fans can expect the Mormon Wives universe to expand significantly in the coming year.
Sources
- Yahoo Entertainment – Breaking news of Whitney Leavitt’s Season 4 confirmation
- USA Today (For The Win) – Details on DWTS elimination and fan voting controversy
- Hulu/Deadline – Official Season 4 renewal announcement with episode count
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