Purple rain descended upon the Dancing with the Stars ballroom on November 18, 2024. Week 10 of season 34 transformed into a tribute to the late music legend Prince, where six semi-finalists performed two dances each to his iconic hits. Fans voted during the live simulcast, and those votes combined with judges’ scores determined which couples advanced to the finale.
The evening produced four perfect scores, emotional breakthrough moments, and a surprising elimination that left the ballroom stunned. With record-breaking viewer engagement, Prince Night became one of the most memorable semi-finals in the show’s history.
🎵 DWTS Prince Night Semi-Finals 🎵
Purple Rain Meets the Ballroom: Week 10 Recap | November 18, 2024
Final Leaderboard: Semi-Finals Scores
Six couples competed in the semi-finals, performing two dances each. Here’s how they ranked based on judges’ scores from both performances combined.
Night’s Key Performances
From perfect scores to emotional breakthroughs, these were the standout moments that defined Prince Night at the semi-finals.
Record-Breaking Voting Night
The Shocking Elimination
Prince’s music brought electrifying energy to the DWTS ballroom, creating memorable performances throughout the evening. (Illustrative image via Flickr – CC BY 2.0)
Your Season 34 Finalists
These five couples will compete in the three-hour finale on November 25, featuring judges’ choice, instant dance, and freestyle rounds. Watch on ABC or stream live.
Looking Ahead to the Finale
The November 18 semi-finals of Dancing with the Stars featured performances set to Prince’s music, with six couples competing for five finale spots. The episode included two dance rounds per couple, with styles ranging from jive to Argentine tango. Judges awarded perfect scores to Robert Irwin, Jordan Chiles, Alix Earle, and Elaine Hendrix during the second round. Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas were eliminated based on the combined judges’ scores and viewer votes submitted during the live broadcast window.
The finale will air November 25 on ABC, featuring three competition rounds including judges’ choice, instant dance, and freestyle performances. Official episode materials and contestant social posts documented the evening’s performances and elimination results. For additional entertainment coverage, visit CruxBuzz Entertainment or explore related stories about music legends and celebrity moments.
