Andy Richter Emotionally Addresses Fans’ Discontent with His DWTS Experience
After his recent elimination from the competition on November 11, comedian Andy Richter addressed fans’ discontent regarding his time on Dancing With the Stars. The 59-year-old performer, the oldest contestant this season, shared his appreciation for the support he received from the dancing professionals, which outweighed any negative comments directed at him.
Positive Support From Castmates
In an interview on the official podcast on November 12, Andy expressed gratitude for his fellow dancers. He stated, “The beautiful pros on this show made me feel that I belonged here and that I deserved to be here.” This kind of encouragement helped him overtake any negativity from online critics.
He emphasized that the reassurance from his castmates transformed his experience on the show. Andy noted, “They made me feel so loved and so valuable to the whole thing.” This sentiment allowed him to view his participation in a positive light, despite some viewer frustrations.
Competing Against Other Stars
Andy was the eighth contestant to exit the competition, having outlasted notable competitors such as:
- Danielle Fishel
- Scott Hoying
- Lauren Jauregui
Feeling Like a Winner
Despite being eliminated, Andy expressed feelings of victory. “I felt like a winner,” he said during the show’s 20th birthday party-themed episode. He recognized that his time on the show had significantly impacted his life, stating, “I’m a different person because of this show.” He credited his success to his partner, Emma Slater, who played a pivotal role in his journey.
Current Contestants on Season 34
As Season 34 progresses, several contestants remain in the competition, showing a diverse range of talent:
- Baron Davis partnered with Britt Stewart
- Jennifer Affleck partnered with Jan Ravnik
- Alix Earle partnered with Valentin Chmerkovski
- Dylan Efron partnered with Daniella Karagach
- Corey Feldman partnered with Jenna Johnson
- Elaine Hendrix partnered with Alan Bersten
- Robert Irwin partnered with Witney Carson
- Jordan Chiles partnered with Rylee Arnold
- Whitney Leavitt partnered with Mark Ballas
- Hilaria Baldwin partnered with Gleb Savchenko
- Andy Richter partnered with Emma Slater
- Danielle Fishel partnered with Pasha Pashkov
As the competition heats up, fans can look forward to seeing how these talented participants navigate their journeys toward the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.
