Whitney Leavitt performs freestyle routine after DWTS elimination
Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas perform freestyle dance on 'Call Her Daddy'
Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas were eliminated from Dancing with the Stars in the semi-finals, just one week before the finale.
Following their elimination, the couple appeared on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, where they performed their prepared freestyle routine that they were unable to do on the show.
Their freestyle dance included commentary on the performative nature of social media and its impact on mental health, incorporating elements like clown makeup and a sign reading 'Social Media Is Bad for Your Mental Health'.
The performance sparked debate among viewers, with some praising the choreography while others criticised it as being in “poor taste” for an eliminated couple.
Fans questioned whether the performance implied disrespect towards the finalists, with some suggesting it was akin to a “participation award” for not making it to the final.