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DWTS Eliminates 1 Couple on Super Bowl Night

Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson were sent home after a night of dances to songs from former Super Bowl halftime performers, including Rihanna and Kendrick Lamar

DWTS Eliminates 1 Couple on Super Bowl Night
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Dancing With the Stars celebrated its first-ever Super Bowl Night with special guest appearances from NFL stars and guest judge Joe Buck. The episode featured dances to songs from former Super Bowl halftime performers, including Rihanna, Kendrick Lamar, Usher, and more. However, one couple's journey came to an end as Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson were eliminated from the show.

The episode saw several notable performances, including Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas dancing a tango to Rihanna's 'Only Girl (In the World)'. Jackson Olson and Emma Slater also impressed with their salsa to 'Uptown Funk' by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars. Amber Glenn and Pasha Pashkov performed a samba to 'Mi Gente' by J Balvin and Willy William.

Joe Buck, host of ABC's Monday Night Football, served as the first guest judge of the season. He was joined by NFL stars Emmitt Smith, Donald Driver, DeMarcus Ware, and Danny Amendola, who made guest appearances on the show.

The episode aired on October 13 at 8 p.m. PT/ET on ABC and is available to stream live on Disney+ and on-demand via Disney+ and Hulu.

## Why it matters The Super Bowl Night episode is a unique celebration of the iconic halftime performances that have become a staple of the big game. By featuring dances to songs from former Super Bowl performers, the show pays homage to the excitement and energy of the Super Bowl. The episode's elimination also highlights the competition's unpredictability, as couples face off for a spot in the next round.

The show's format, which combines judges' scores with viewer votes, makes for an engaging and unpredictable competition. With each viewer allowed up to 10 votes per couple, per voting method, the power is in the hands of the audience. As the season progresses, the stakes will only get higher, making for a thrilling ride for fans of the show.

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