Whitney Leavitt Confronts Online Haters After Dancing with the Stars Elimination
Whitney Leav, a star of ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,’ addressed her online critics on the ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast following her elimination from ‘Dancing with the Stars.’ Leav and her partner, Mark Ballas, performed a final freestyle dance in response to fan requests. Ballas shared the harsh messages he received during the show. Leav expressed her feelings about the experience, describing it as a form of emotional withdrawal. The couple also pondered the factors behind her elimination, acknowledging the competitive nature of the show.
Leav joined the podcast to reflect on the emotional journey of being eliminated from the show, comparing it to a breakup and expressing her gratitude for the friendships formed. Ballas, who had been in the spotlight since his appearance on ‘Dancing with the Stars,’ shared with the audience the toxic messages he received while competing. He described the messages as relentless and pointed out that they were a part of the game when pursuing a career in entertainment.
The couple also discussed the uncertainty of voting on the show, highlighting that even with such a stacked cast, the outcome remains unpredictable. Ballas noted that sometimes the show’s outcome is influenced by the whims of the voters, making it a form of mental warfare. Leav added that the experience of being eliminated has made her more desensitized, but she still felt a sense of emotional withdrawal, as if she were going through a breakup.
After the elimination, Leav took to Instagram to express her gratitude for the experience and the friendships she formed with the other contestants, especially Ballas. The episode also touched on the broader context of the show’s competition, with Ballas indicating that while he couldn’t pinpoint the exact reason for her elimination, he acknowledged the intense competition and the unpredictability of the voting process.
Meanwhile, the show’s winners, Robert Irwin and Witney Carson, celebrated their victory, with Irwin taking to Instagram to share his triumph. Prince William and Kate Middleton also congratulated him on his big win, adding a touch of royal flair to the occasion. The episode concluded with a reflection on the emotional rollercoaster of competing on such a high-profile show and the lasting impact it has on the participants.