Hilaria Baldwin Shares Reflection After “Dancing With the Stars” Exit

Hilaria Baldwin’s journey on Dancing With the Stars concluded Wednesday, with her expressing gratitude in a heartfelt post-elimination speech. The 41-year-old, who competed as a former yoga instructor, called her experience “incredible” and thanked her supporters, including her children and family.

She reflected on her time on the show, saying, “I am so grateful to everyone, especially my children and family. This has been an amazing experience.” Her sentiments were echoed by her pro partner, Gleb Savchenko, who praised her as an “inspiration,” a “superhero,” and an “incredible mom.” He added, “I am so proud of you.”

In a subsequent interview, Baldwin shared that her heart felt “a little broken” but highlighted her graciousness in her exit interview. During Disney Night, Baldwin and Savchenko performed a quickstep to “Cantina Band” from “Star Wars: A New Hope,” which left judges Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Derek Hough conflicted in their reactions. Despite mixed feedback, they scored 23 out of 30, one of the night’s higher scores.

The judges’ critiques varied, with Tonioli appreciating her performance, Inaba calling it “beautiful,” and Hough noting her talent but suggesting the routine could have included more quickstep content. Baldwin and Savchenko danced in themed costumes, drawing positive comments from the judges, although some noted the performance lacked quicker sections.

Fan reactions on social media expressed disappointment over Baldwin’s elimination, with many praising her dance skills and her dignified exit. She had previously emphasized on a podcast that she was cast based on her own merit and had not “campaign” for her spot, citing her decision to participate as an impulsive move to move her family at the time.

Entering week five, the remaining contestants include Whitney Leavitt, Alix Earle, Elaine Hendrix, Jordan Chiles, Dylan Efron, Jen Affleck, Robert Irwin, Scott Hoying, and Danielle Fishel.