Whitney Leavitt Reacts to Husband Conner Getting Eliminated First on 'DWTS' Season 35 | Just Jared

Whitney Leavitt is speaking out after her husband Conner Leavitt was the first person eliminated from Dancing With the Stars season 35.

Conner was the second-lowest contestant on the scoreboard during the premiere night episode, earning a 12 out of 30 for his performance. Only Guillermo Rodriguez earned lower than him with a 10 out of 30, but he clearly got more votes because Conner went home.

Whitney, who finished in 6th place last year on DWTS, was in the audience cheering on her man.

Whitney Leavitt posts support for Conner after his elimination

After being eliminated, Conner some major support from Whitney.

Conner, I am so proud of you. I hope you never let this ending take away from what you just did. You stepped so far outside of your comfort zone, worked your ass off, put yourself out there, and went for it. People can have their opinions, but I know you. They’ve only seen a fraction of what you’re capable of. And I can’t wait for them to find out!

I hope this lit a fire in you! Keep saying yes. Keep putting yourself out there. Keep going after the things that scare you. F–k the noise and go after whatever you want next baby! Sedona, Liam and Billy are so proud of their dad. I’m so proud and lucky to be your wife, and I hope you’re so fucking proud of yourself too! This is just the beginning, babe

Whitney is returning to Broadway at the end of the year for her second musical of 2026.

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