Fans of Dancing with the Stars are expressing concern after contestant Elaine Hendrix was unable to perform during the Halloween Week episode on October 28, 2023. Host Alfonso Ribeiro announced at the beginning of the show that Hendrix had sustained an injury during rehearsal earlier that day and was receiving medical attention at a hospital.
Ribeiro addressed viewers directly, stating, “Now, as you’ve probably noticed, Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten are not here. She suffered an injury in rehearsal this morning. Right now, she’s at the hospital being assessed.” He reassured fans that the couple was still part of the competition and emphasized the importance of continuing to vote for them. Ribeiro promised more updates would follow later in the program, leaving many fans anxious about the situation.
Social media erupted with messages of support for Hendrix. One fan lamented, “NOOOO ELAINE STAY WITH ME #dwts,” while another implored, “NOW MORE THAN EVER VOTE FOR ELAINE!!! #DWTS.” Many expressed their desire to support her recovery, with one user asking if they could “triple, quadruple, a million vote for Elaine? #dwts.” Another fan noted the unfortunate timing of her injury, commenting, “elaine in the hospital??? girls this season is cursed.”
The outpouring of support highlighted Hendrix’s popularity among viewers. Fans remembered her impressive performance the previous week, where she captivated the judges with a rendition of Wicked‘s “Defying Gravity.” That performance earned her a score of 36 out of 40, with all four judges awarding her a score of 9/10, tying her with fellow contestants Robert Irwin and Danielle Fishel for the highest scores of the night.
As the show progressed, fans remained on edge, eager for updates regarding Hendrix’s condition and what it would mean for her future in the competition. The community surrounding DWTS is known for its passionate support, and this incident has only amplified that sentiment. Many viewers took to social media to express their hopes for her swift recovery, with comments like, “Poor Elaine, I hope she’s ok,” and “NOOO WE NEEDED YOU ELAINE!!! VOTE FOR HER.”
The situation has certainly added an unexpected twist to this season of Dancing with the Stars, keeping fans engaged and concerned for one of their favorite contestants. As news continues to unfold, updates will be provided to keep audiences informed about Hendrix’s health and her status in the competition.
