It’s the moment fans have been waiting for: the Dancing with the Stars season 34 finale!

On Tuesday, Nov. 25, the final five couples — Robert Irwin and Witney Carson, Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy, Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa, Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach and Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten — will compete for a chance to win the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. The finalists will each dance three times with their pro partners in a Judges’ Choice round, an Instant Dance round and a Freestyle round.

For the Judges’ Choice round, the couples will tackle a final new ballroom or Latin dance style with some coaching and insight from the judges. They will then take on the ultimate test of improvisation in the Instant Dance round, where they’ll find out the dance style and song they’re performing to just minutes before hitting the ballroom. Finally, the couples will leave it all on the floor with the iconic Freestyle round.

Joining the finalists in the ballroom for the finale is all eliminated season 34 couples, who will perform dances to “Sugar on My Tongue” by Tyler, The Creator, “Applause” by Lady Gaga and “I Don’t Dance” by Alexander Jean.

Season 33 champions Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson will also be back in the ballroom for a routine set to “Tanguera” by Fabio Hager Sexteto.

Fans will be able to vote during the live simulcast of the show. Live viewer votes from the night will be combined with the judges’ scores to determine which couple will win the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.

Keep reading for a full recap from the finale of Dancing with the Stars.

(Note: The most recent updates appear at the top, so scroll all the way down to start from the beginning of the show.)

A Little Applause for the Former Contestants
23 minutes ago

Lauren, Hilaria, Scott and Jen all returned to the floor with their partners for a performance to “Applause” by Lady Gaga, before the show recapped the second half of the season.

Elaine Took the Judges Breath Away
26 minutes ago

During practice, Elaine and Alan said Disney night changed things for them in the season, as they reflected on how far they’ve come.

Derek joined them in the practice room and chose the Rumba for Elaine and Alan’s first dance of the night. He said he wanted them to make this “slow dance” something “exciting.” Elaine said she was giving it her all to make Derek proud.

The two took to a smokey ballroom to perform a sensual choreography to “Take My Breath Away” by Jae Hall.

“That was exquisite, it truly was,” said Derek. He called out the turns, her beautiful arms, and praised Alan for guiding her.

“Pure class,” said Bruno. “Perfect combination of sensuality and elegance.”

Carrie Ann said she had been “waiting and waiting for you to do a dance like that.” She thanked Alan for the choreography and praised Elaine’s technique “between” the moves that impressed her.

They scored the second perfect score of the night with all 10s.

Score: 30

Dylan Turned Up the Heat in the Ballroom
34 minutes ago

“I truly didn’t think we’d make it here,” sad Dylan, as he and Daniella reflected on their journey. He said dancing with his sister was his breakthrough moment of the season.

Last week, they were at the bottom of the leaderboard, but Daniella was excited that they had Bruno choosing their first dance of the evening to get Dylan “out of his shell.” Bruno wanted him to be the “ultimate leading man” with the Paso Doble. “I want to see total domination of the arena,” said Bruno.

They began the routine with Daniella ripping Dylan’s shirt off as they danced to “Stampede” by Alexander Jean featuring Lindsey Stirling.

“Hey Dylan, I have your jacket but nobody wants to see that,” said Alfonso. The host then interrupted the show to say happy birthday to Bruno, who is celebrating his 70th.

“Let’s be real, that torso, Michelangelo himself could not have sculpted a better shape,” Bruno said. “Actually I’m speechless.” He praised the dance saying he could watch that all over again.

Carrie Ann commended Dylan on how far he’s come, but said his hands “got a little flat” at times. “There’s plenty of time, but still, fantastic.”

Derek called his improvement “remarkable” but agreed with Carrie Ann that his shaping could have been “more” before praising Daniella’s work with Dylan.

Before the scores were given, the first contestants voted out, Baron and Corey, did a short routine with their pros.

Score: 28/30

Alix Set the Bar High with All 10s
47 minutes ago

Alix and Val reflected on their journey while practicing for the final week and decided that they haven’t peaked yet. Judge Carrie Ann Inaba joined them in rehearsal and revealed that she wanted them to dance a Samba for the Judges Choice round, because it’s “sensual and celebratory.”

The judge shared some tips with Alix — including “sharper arms” — as the pair practiced their routine to “Hip Hip Chin Chin” by Club des Belugas.

After their high-energy routine, Carrie Ann praised their performance and said that Alix created her own style throughout the competition. “It was just brilliant, you performed the heck out of it girl.”

Derek said whatever Carrie Ann told Alix, “it worked.” He said a Samba is the hardest to dance on the show, as he gave a shoutout to Val for “bringing the best out of [Alix].”

“It’s gonna be a hot night!” Bruno exclaimed. “You were incandescent,” he added, calling her “an absolute star.”

They earned the first perfect score of the night with all 10s.

Score: 30

Off to the Races
56 minutes ago

The opening choreography kicked off with the troupe dancers introducing all of the eliminated contestants including Whitney Leavitt, Corey Feldman, Baron Davis, Lauren Jauregui, Hilaria Baldwin, Scott Hoying, Danielle Fishel, Jen Affleck and Andy Richter. Then, the remaining stars all appeared in coordinating pink looks.

As co-hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough took to the ballroom floor, they explained voting rules and what viewers can expect for the big night.

Robert Irwin Nursed an Injury
1 hr 31 min ago

In a TikTok video posted Monday, Nov. 24, Witney said Robert’s “ribs have been killing him” and that “more will be revealed on Tuesday.”

“You guys can get a better idea of what we’ve been dealing with all week on Tuesday,” she said. “I do have to change some things that involve the other dancers and involve the other guys. So, it’s just honestly the most stressful part.”

Despite his pain, Witney said Robert is “going to want to rehearse until the very last second.”

“This entire season just feels like the biggest gift,” she said. “I’m just so thankful.”

The Final Lineup
1 hr 31 min ago

Judges’ Choice Round:

Alix Earle and partner Val Chmerkovskiy will perform a Samba to “Hip Hip Chin Chin” by Club des Belugas.

Robert Irwin and partner Witney Carson will perform a Quickstep to “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” by Jet.

Dylan Efron and partner Daniella Karagach will perform a Paso Doble to “Stampede” by Alexander Jean featuring Lindsey Stirling.

Elaine Hendrix and partner Alan Bersten will perform a Rumba to “Take My Breath Away” by Jae Hall.

Jordan Chiles and partner Ezra Sosa will perform a Paso Doble to “Breakin’ Dishes” by Rihanna.

Freestyle Round:

Alix and Val will perform a Freestyle to “Maneater” by Nelly Furtado and “Sports car” by Tate McRae.

Robert and Witney will perform a Freestyle to “Black & Gold” by Sam Sparro and “The Nights” by Avicii.

Dylan and Daniella will perform a Freestyle to “Something In The Heavens” by Lewis Capaldi.

Elaine and Alan will perform a Freestyle to “I Hope I Get It (from A Chorus Line)” by District 78.

Jordan and Ezra will perform a Freestyle to “Motivation” by Normani.