Hilaria Baldwin Eliminated from Dancing With the Stars: Here’s Why

Hilaria Baldwin, known for her marriage to actor Alec Baldwin, was eliminated from “Dancing With the Stars” on October 7. Her departure came as a surprise during Disney Night, where she performed a quickstep to the “Cantina Band” theme from Star Wars, dressed as Princess Leia.

Scores and Eliminations

During her performance, Hilaria scored 23 points, placing her in the mid-range compared to other contestants. The highest score of the night was 25, awarded to Whitney Leavitt from “Mormon Wives.” Despite her performance, Baldwin was voted off by viewers.

Reflections on Her Experience

In her exit interview, Baldwin reflected on her time on the show, stating that she learned to “open my heart up.” She recounted how quickly she entered the competition, signing her contract shortly after arriving home. Her daughter reassured her, saying, “Mommy, at least you tried.”

Controversy and Background

Baldwin’s participation was met with scrutiny due to her previous experience in ballroom dance. Critics highlighted her performance at the 2004 Blackpool Dance Festival, where she reportedly scored higher than DWTS pro Emma Slater. Hilaria clarified her limited dance background, stating she only competed a couple of times at a young age.

Support from Alec Baldwin

Alec Baldwin, her husband, expressed pride in her efforts, emphasizing that dance had been a significant part of her life until an injury halted her progress. Despite the controversy surrounding her past experience, these factors did not secure her a higher score throughout the competition.

Current Contestants

After Baldwin’s exit, Andy Richter remains a contender, having scored 18 points but still in the running. The competition continues as viewers await the next performances and eliminations.