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Dancing With the Stars Judges Share Message to Elaine Hendrix Amid Hospitalization

Elaine Hendrix was hospitalized after a rehearsal injury, forcing judges to score her last dance remotely while fans showed support during the Halloween competition.

  • On Oct. 28, Elaine Hendrix missed Dancing With the Stars after being hospitalized for a rib injury sustained during rehearsal that morning, co-host Alfonso Ribeiro announced she was being assessed at the hospital.
  • Hendrix explained from the hospital that she injured her ribs during 'Defying Gravity' and has a titanium joint in her right foot, which affects her mobility.
  • The panel, including guest judge Cheryl Burke, awarded the duo 32 out of 40 after reviewing rehearsal footage and Alan Bersten appeared solo in the ballroom.
  • Producers said the duo will remain in the competition and fans can still cast votes, while doctors cleared Elaine Hendrix 100 percent and expect recovery with 'a day or two of rest.'
  • Judges and pros rallied publicly, praising Hendrix and she posted she was 'devastated' but vowed she'll be back in the ballroom next week, with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tribute.
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arcamax.com broke the news in on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
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