Andy Richter Exits ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Competition
The popular comedian Andy Richter was eliminated from the “Dancing with the Stars” competition during its 20th anniversary episode. This special episode aired on a Tuesday and was filled with nostalgia, featuring previous champions, a beloved former host as a guest judge, and a moving message from Prince William.
Key Events from the 20th Anniversary Episode
Fans witnessed a night of thrilling performances, where the contestants showcased their individual dances. Six out of seven celebrity contestants also participated in a unique Relay Dance Competition.
- Andy Richter and his partner Emma Slater performed a quickstep to “Puttin’ on the Ritz” by Robbie Williams.
- Richter consistently finished at the bottom of the leaderboard but survived previously due to fan voting.
- The judges awarded Richter a score of 29 out of 40 after his performance, with Carrie Ann Inaba giving him his first eight of the season.
- The episode saw a record four couples receiving perfect scores of 40 out of 40.
Perfect Scores and Emotional Moments
The first couple to earn a perfect score was Robert Irwin and Witney Carson. Their emotional foxtrot performance honored Irwin’s late father, Steve Irwin.
- A special video message from Prince William expressed support for Irwin, highlighting their connection through the Earthshot initiative.
- Other couples who achieved perfect scores included:
- Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach for an Argentine tango.
- Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy for a foxtrot.
- Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas with an Argentine tango.
Relay Dance Competition Highlights
In a new twist for this season, the Relay Dance segment featured celebrity contestants dancing without their professional partners. Former champions assisted the contestants during this round.
- Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas received a bonus for immunity, due to their performance last week.
- Key matchups included:
- Alix Earle vs. Robert Irwin: Irwin won the relay with Xochitl Gomez.
- Dylan Efron vs. Andy Richter: Efron won with Rumer Willis.
- Elaine Hendrix vs. Jordan Chiles: Chiles won with Apolo Anton Ohno.
Conclusion
Ultimately, Andy Richter’s journey on “Dancing with the Stars” came to an end despite his popularity with fans. The celebration of the show’s 20th anniversary proved to be a memorable experience, filled with outstanding performances and significant emotional tributes.
