“Doomed From the Start”: DWTS Season 34 Pair EXPOSED as Backstage Meltdowns, Zero Chemistry, and Cringe-Worthy Routines Seal Their Fate as the First Casualty of the Ballroom
Dancing With the Stars will confirm if fan speculation about the pairs is right on Good Morning America Wednesday, and if one potential team is right, they may also be the ones who find themselves on the chopping block come the first elimination.
It has been reported that several celebrities are confirmed to be on the show, though ABC has only confirmed the identities of four.
One such celebrity that was “confirmed” has already been tagged as the season’s most “controversial” celeb–leaving them and their partner vulnerable as the season commences.
In addition, the return of one pro to the show has also been met with backlash, which could make them vulnerable as well.
If fans who have pored over the show’s small hints at the cast are correct-they are actually paired together–and that could mean that Hilaria Baldwin and Gleb Savchenko are likely the first couple who will be eliminated from the show.
Fans believe one promo photo from the show–featuring the body of a woman wearing a bedazzled costume with feathered skirt and a man wearing a loose-fitted shirt with exposed chest visible is Baldwin and Savchenko.
While many male celebs are known for wearing shirts that aren’t always fully buttoned, the two who are often called out the most for this are Savchenko and Sasha Farber. Farber has been confirmed not to be on the season, meaning the man in the picture is likely Savchenko.
As for the woman, fans on social media noted the moles on her arms, saying they were similar to ones Baldwin is known to have.
If the hints are correct and the photo shows them as a pair, then the backlash both have received could work to quickly eliminate them from the show.
Baldwin has been a controversial celebrity due to the scandal uncovered in 2020 about her heritage–which revealed she was born in Boston and her name is actually Hilary and not Hilaria.
She is also seen as a controversial figure due to her husband, Alec Baldwin’s, legal troubles in recent years over the shooting on the set of his Rust movie, which killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Baldwin was absolved of all manslaughter charges in the case.
Savchenko, meanwhile, is facing some criticism not only from fans who are mad Farber wasn’t asked back but also because of his earlier insinuation that he had been fired from the show due to “lies” by his ex-girlfriend–and Season 33 partner–Brooks Nader.
While claiming he had been fired, Savchenko seemingly trashed the show on social media, saying that “14 years of loyalty” had been “erased by someone’s lie.”
In addition to the backlash each has faced in recent years, Baldwin’s tag as a “controversial celeb” and being female, can also work against them, as female celebs who were seen as such in recent seasons have often been among the first two eliminated couples.
These include Carole Baskin (eliminated second in Season 29), Teresa Giudice (eliminated second in Season 31), Jamie Lynn Spears (eliminated second in Season 32) and Anna Delvey (eliminated first alongside Tori Spelling in Season 33).
However, the duo could find a small silver lining that will allow them to stay in the competition a little longer.
While Savchenko has critics, he does have a small army of supporters who are eager to see him win a Mirrorball trophy and could vote to keep him in to make it happen.
In addition, Baldwin has experience in ballroom dancing, which could give her a strong edge with the judges if she impresses and tops the leaderboard with the judges on night one.
Eliminations are determined by a 50/50 split between the judges’ scores and the viewer votes, which means a high enough score could potentially help offset votes against her, keeping her in the competition longer than expected.
The other controversial women weren’t among the best scorers on the nights they competed in recent seasons, with only Jamie Lynn Spears having scores that beat more than two other celebs.
Dancing With the Stars Season 34 premieres Sept. 16 on ABC and Disney+.
Mauricio Umansky Spotted Passionately Kissing RHONY Star Luann de Lesseps During Romantic Getaway on a Luxury Yacht
In a turn of events that has sent the Bravo fan community into a frenzy, The Real Housewives worlds collided in spectacular fashion when Mauricio Umansky was spotted sharing a passionate kiss with Real Housewives of New York star Luann de Lesseps during what appeared to be a romantic getaway on a luxury yacht.
A Yacht Outing With a Twist
The glamorous escape unfolded under the Mediterranean sun, where the pair were photographed lounging aboard a sleek, multi-million-dollar yacht. Witnesses described the scene as “undeniably romantic,” with Umansky and de Lesseps enjoying champagne, laughing intimately, and soaking up the sea breeze. The undeniable highlight came when cameras caught the two leaning in for a long, passionate kiss — a moment that has since gone viral across social media platforms.
Why the Encounter Has Fans Talking
Mauricio Umansky, long known as the charismatic real estate mogul from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and Netflix’s Buying Beverly Hills, is still navigating public attention following his highly publicized separation from Kyle Richards. Meanwhile, Luann de Lesseps, a longtime RHONY favorite, has a storied romantic history that has kept her fans equally intrigued.
The pairing is unexpected, yet perhaps not entirely shocking given the tight-knit Bravo universe. Still, their yacht rendezvous has sparked endless speculation: Is this just a fleeting summer romance, or the start of Bravo’s next power couple?
Social Media Reactions
The moment Mauricio and Luann’s kiss surfaced online, Bravo fans lit up Twitter and Instagram with a mixture of disbelief, excitement, and playful commentary. Some viewers celebrated the potential new pairing, while others were quick to speculate about the dynamics between Mauricio, Kyle Richards, and the larger Housewives circle. One fan quipped, “The crossover we never knew we needed — RHOBH meets RHONY in the most dramatic way possible.”
The Luxury Setting
The yacht itself deserves a mention. Sources describe the vessel as an ultra-luxury charter, complete with sun decks, a private chef, and panoramic ocean views. The backdrop of crystal-clear waters only amplified the romance of the situation, making the kiss look like a scene straight out of a Bravo reality show — or perhaps, a Hollywood rom-com.
What This Could Mean for Bravo’s Future Storylines
Bravo is no stranger to capitalizing on off-screen drama to fuel its on-screen narratives, and this unexpected romance could easily become a headline plotline. With Mauricio still appearing in Buying Beverly Hills and Luann actively involved in RHONY projects, fans are already imagining how producers might weave this storyline into future seasons.
If nothing else, the kiss has reignited public fascination with both stars and added yet another unpredictable twist to the ever-entwined world of the Real Housewives franchise.
✨ In summary: Mauricio Umansky and Luann de Lesseps’ passionate kiss on a luxury yacht has sparked rumors, fueled fan speculation, and set social media ablaze. Whether it’s the beginning of a new romance or just a summer fling, one thing is certain — Bravo fans will be watching every move.
