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Dancing with the Stars<\/b> Season 34<\/b> finale airs tonight at 8 p.m. EST on ABC<\/b> and Disney+<\/b>. Five incredible couples are competing for the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy<\/b>. The three-hour show runs until 11 p.m. EST<\/b>. Get ready for the most heated ballroom battle of the season.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts:<\/p>\n

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  • Robert Irwin<\/b> and Witney Carson<\/b> top predictions with 91% odds<\/b> to win<\/li>\n
  • 5 finalists<\/b> performing 3 rounds<\/b> each: Judges’ Choice, Instant Dance, Freestyle<\/li>\n
  • Finale airs tonight November 25, 2025<\/b> from 8-11 p.m. ET<\/b><\/li>\n
  • Stream on ABC<\/b>, Disney+<\/b>, or ABC.com<\/b> live<\/li>\n
  • Season 33<\/b> winners Joey Graziadei<\/b> and Jenna Johnson<\/b> returning for special performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Who’s Dancing Tonight: Meet the Finalists<\/h2>\n

    The ballroom showdown features five fierce contestants. Robert Irwin<\/b>, the wildlife conservationist, dances with Witney Carson<\/b>. Social media sensation Alix Earle<\/b> partners with Val Chmerkovskiy<\/b>. Actor Dylan Efron<\/b> takes the floor with Daniella Karagach<\/b>. Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles<\/b> teams up with Ezra Sosa<\/b>. Actress Elaine Hendrix<\/b> rounds out the lineup with Alan Bersten<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    These five pairs survived an intense semifinals round. The competition kicked off earlier this season with 13 celebrities<\/b>. Week after week, dancers got eliminated until only these five remained. Whitney Leavitt<\/b> and Mark Ballas<\/b> didn’t make the cut last week. Now it’s everything on the line.<\/p>\n

    Robert Irwin<\/b> arrives as the favorite. Betting odds give him. Plus, he’s maintained consistently high scores throughout the season. But don’t count out Alix Earle<\/b>. She’s been hot lately with her TikTok savvy and sharp footwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Contestant<\/b><\/th>\nPro Partner<\/b><\/th>\nBackground<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
    Robert Irwin<\/b><\/td>\nWitney Carson<\/td>\nWildlife conservationist<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Alix Earle<\/b><\/td>\nVal Chmerkovskiy<\/td>\nSocial media influencer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Dylan Efron<\/b><\/td>\nDaniella Karagach<\/td>\nTelevision personality<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Jordan Chiles<\/b><\/td>\nEzra Sosa<\/td>\nOlympic gymnast<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Elaine Hendrix<\/b><\/td>\nAlan Bersten<\/td>\nTV and film actress<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    The Three Rounds Tonight: Here’s What to Expect<\/h2>\n

    The finale packs three intense rounds into one epic evening. First comes the Judges’ Choice round<\/b>. Judges Derek Hough<\/b>, Carrie Ann Inaba<\/b>, and Bruno Tonioli<\/b> pick the style for each pair. They’ll direct Robert<\/b> and Witney<\/b> to perform a quickstep. Alix<\/b> and Val<\/b> dance samba. Dylan<\/b> and Daniella<\/b> tackle paso doble. Jordan<\/b> and Ezra<\/b> also perform paso doble. Elaine<\/b> and Alan<\/b> deliver rumba.<\/p>\n

    Round two is the Instant Dance Challenge<\/b>. Here’s the kicker: competitors learn the song and style just minutes before performing. They won’t know what’s coming. This tests pure instinct and professional training under pressure.<\/p>\n

    The grand finale? The Freestyle round<\/b>. Couples choreograph their own routines set to songs they choose. It’s their moment to shine. Robert<\/b> and Witney<\/b> perform to “Black & Gold” and “The Nights.”<\/b> Alix<\/b> and Val<\/b> dance to “Maneater” and “Sports car.”<\/b> Dylan<\/b> and Daniella<\/b> go with “Something In The Heavens.”<\/b> Jordan<\/b> and Ezra<\/b> perform to “Motivation.”<\/b> Elaine<\/b> and Alan<\/b> showcase “I Hope I Get It.”<\/b><\/p>\n

    Why Tonight Matters: Trophy Dreams and Season Legacy<\/h2>\n

    This isn’t just another episode. It’s the culmination of Season 34, which marks the show’s 20-year anniversary<\/b>. That’s two decades of ballroom drama. The winner takes home the iconic Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy<\/b>, named after the beloved late judge.<\/p>\n

    For Robert Irwin<\/b>, victory would mean everything. The Australian wildlife expert<\/b> has been consistently strong all season. Fans rally behind him hard. He’s delivered emotional performances, especially dances honoring his late father.<\/p>\n

    But Alix Earle<\/b> represents something different. The TikTok sensation<\/b> brought mainstream social media energy to the ballroom. She’s proven doubters wrong. Plus, she has massive fan support online.<\/p>\n

    And then there’s Jordan Chiles<\/b>. The Olympic gymnast<\/b> started strong, though she hit some bumps. She’s hungry for redemption on finale night.<\/p>\n

    How to Watch Tonight’s Finale<\/h2>\n
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    • ABC Network<\/b> – Live broadcast at 8 p.m. EST<\/b><\/li>\n
    • Disney+<\/b> – Live streaming simultaneously<\/li>\n
    • Hulu<\/b> – Available next day on November 26<\/b><\/li>\n
    • ABC.com<\/b> – Stream anytime after it airs<\/li>\n
    • The show runs 3 hours<\/b> until 11 p.m. EST<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Fans can also vote during the broadcast. The judges award points throughout the night. Combined with viewer votes, a champion emerges.<\/p>\n

      What Makes This Finale Unmissable?<\/h2>\n

      Tonight delivers more than just dancing. Season 33 winners Joey Graziadei<\/b> and Jenna Johnson<\/b> return for a special performance. Expect troupe numbers<\/b> and celebrity guest performances<\/b> sprinkled throughout. The DWTS Live Tour<\/b> also gets previewed.<\/p>\n

      So who takes home the trophy? Nobody knows for sure. Robert Irwin<\/b> sits atop predictions. But Alix Earle<\/b> poses serious threat. Dylan Efron<\/b>, Jordan Chiles<\/b>, and Elaine Hendrix<\/b> all have paths to victory. That’s what makes tonight absolutely crucial.<\/p>\n

      Sources<\/h3>\n
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      • USA TODAY<\/b> – Complete finale details and five-couple breakdown<\/li>\n
      • Forbes<\/b> – Songs, dances, and performance specifications<\/li>\n
      • ABC News<\/b> – Official format and final five confirmation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":18200,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"schema_org_data":"{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Robert Irwin\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/2170934\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Witney Carson\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/uGDLhJPeZtWRBHKy66xpUbDYrKW.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/1504623\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Alix Earle\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/qsyHx2LAjf5MwvTo3Xlc8gTmOCN.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/5016322\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Val Chmerkovskiy\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/kGKrOnhfANfy9Nps9jIDhg8uuYI.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/1583970\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Dylan Efron\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/2HWFHEhQfPHR4EkUAbiOHD5pfUW.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/2752495\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Daniella Karagach\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/brdXCtfmKDFKJ7pZm42BROdBfx6.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/5707972\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Jordan Chiles\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/9NIGMcXoozjIgozLfWdnbLVEQ0U.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/4386425\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Ezra Sosa\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/jDbtsdNyCnUc9qAvUQZzoHeooVF.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/3336146\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Elaine Hendrix\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/ajnxlCCO0IYQeaL2KOJwjFWkFG0.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/55422\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Alan Bersten\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/5p8R5SDv7NtGIEabEXc0rVUyTBW.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/5707968\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Joey Graziadei\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/sfXze1hCM0zW7OHLXeVVV140MCc.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/4299720\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Jenna Johnson\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/2837021\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Whitney Leavitt\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/dfNkH86R6t0RC8T7ut6snHUyfaS.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/4656256\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Mark Ballas\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/13ipW2SMH8Dr0fFaOZWspHcgqMH.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/1232615\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Derek Hough\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/hqoaN7BCL2E5L0MFD8ooWrECwWW.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/1019545\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Carrie Ann Inaba\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/xlwuiUULVp4DaPtuNyn7axbinm3.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/14391\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Bruno Tonioli\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/iDXxxSG4jKMOCmVwJyMLDIc23Tt.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/1229317\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Len Goodman\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/cpKmYELE2hRaPGK4bnUKRbBG2wQ.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/149148\"]},{\"@type\":\"TVSeries\",\"name\":\"Dancing with the Stars\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/5ropLAggzraCNoT6QPltb9lxeP3.jpg\",\"dateCreated\":\"2005-06-01\",\"aggregateRating\":{\"@type\":\"AggregateRating\",\"ratingValue\":6.1,\"bestRating\":\"10\",\"ratingCount\":124},\"description\":\"The competition sees celebrities perform choreographed dance routines which are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts and voted on by viewers. 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