Dancing With the Stars professional dancer Witney Carson has shared a sweet surprise from her former dance partner Guillermo Rodriguez following their elimination, giving fans another glimpse into the friendship that made the duo one of the season’s most beloved pairings.
Rodriguez, best known for his appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Carson were sent home on Tuesday, October 13, after performing during the show’s Super Bowl Night. Despite their departure, the pair’s close bond has continued to win over fans.
Over the past five weeks, the dancing duo became audience favorites thanks to their playful routines and charming chemistry. For their latest performance, they took on a salsa routine set to Bad Bunny’s hit song Tití Me Preguntó.
Carson, who is expecting her third child, dressed as Rihanna in a nod to the singer’s 2023 Super Bowl halftime show performance. Although the judges praised the routine, the pair received a combined score of 22 out of 40 and were ultimately eliminated from the competition.
Witney Carson Shares Guillermo’s Thoughtful Gift
The emotional farewell did not mark the end of their friendship. The following evening, Carson and Rodriguez reunited on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to reflect on their time together and celebrate their journey on the dance competition.
Behind the scenes, Carson also revealed a thoughtful gift Rodriguez and his family had sent her.
On Wednesday, October 14, the professional dancer shared a mirror selfie on her Instagram Story showing off a light blue quilted Dior bag. She expressed her appreciation for the present, praising Rodriguez for his kindness.
The gesture quickly caught fans’ attention after People shared the story on Instagram. Viewers flooded the comments with messages celebrating the pair’s friendship and expressing sadness over their departure from the competition.
Some fans joked that the designer handbag was an even better prize than the coveted Mirrorball Trophy, while others described the surprise as incredibly sweet.
The reactions reflected just how much viewers had grown attached to Carson and Rodriguez throughout the season.
Jimmy Kimmel Calls Their Elimination Unfair
Rodriguez’s elimination also became a major talking point when he and Carson appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! following their departure.
Host Jimmy Kimmel voiced his disappointment, describing their exit as the most shocking and unjust elimination in the show’s history. He also presented a humorous montage featuring fan reactions to the news, highlighting the strong support Rodriguez had received.
During the appearance, Kimmel checked in with Rodriguez, who said he was doing all right and was happy to return to his familiar role on the late-night program.
The show also featured a heartfelt montage celebrating Rodriguez’s journey on Dancing With the Stars, giving viewers another chance to revisit some of his most memorable moments.
Carson later joined Kimmel onstage, where he thanked her for her hard work throughout the season. The two then shared one final dance for the audience, bringing their time on the show to a celebratory close.
Although their competitive journey ended sooner than many fans had hoped, the reunion demonstrated that their partnership had created memories extending beyond the ballroom.
What’s Next for Dancing With the Stars?
The competition continues with the remaining celebrity contestants preparing for the next live episode of Dancing With the Stars.
Scheduled to air on ABC on Tuesday, October 20, at 8 p.m. ET, the upcoming installment will feature the emotional Dedication Night theme.
Meanwhile, Carson’s reveal of Rodriguez’s gift has given fans another reason to celebrate a partnership that brought humor, warmth and genuine friendship to the dance floor.
Source: Compiled from various sources.
