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WATCH: 2nd couple eliminated on 'Dancing with the Stars'

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ABC News. (2026, September 17). WATCH: 2nd couple eliminated on 'Dancing with the Stars'. ABC News (US). https://abcnews.com/video/136523952/

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On the second night of the "Dancing with the Stars" season premiere on September 17, 2026, a second couple was eliminated from the competition. The episode focused primarily on performances by female contestants.

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On September 16, Sarah Jane Nader and her partner Hailey Bills were eliminated from Dancing with the Stars Season 35 after performing a Jive to Avril Lavigne’s "Sk8er Boi" and scoring 14 out of 30. This marks the second elimination in Week 1, following Conner Leavitt on night one. The show's double eliminations in the first week have stirred mixed reactions among fans, with some criticizing it as unfair while others see it as an exciting twist. Going into Week 2, Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas, along with several other pairs, remain in contention for the Mirrorball Trophy.

Written for “Dancing With The Stars Eliminations” on 2026-11-03, grounded in this article and the 3 other(s) covering the same event.

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2nd couple eliminated on 'Dancing with the Stars' The women took over the ballroom for night two of the "Dancing with the Stars" season premiere, as another couple was sent home. September 17, 2026

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2026-09-17 · ABC News (US)

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2nd couple eliminated on 'Dancing with the Stars' The women took over the ballroom for night two of the "Dancing with the Stars" season premiere, as another couple was sent home. September 17, 2026 asserted

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