The Final Reveal: Who Was Sent Home On Dancing With The Stars Season 33 (And Who Won The Mirrorball Trophy)?
The most recent season of Dancing with the Stars, Season 33, reached its dramatic conclusion on November 26, 2024, on ABC and Disney+, with a massive field of celebrities competing for the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. While the ultimate question is always who wins, the final stages of the competition often deliver the most emotional and surprising eliminations. To answer the most pressing question—"Who was sent home on Dancing with the Stars?"—we must look at the final couple eliminated in the competition, which was former NFL star Danny Amendola, who finished in fifth place.
The entire season was a rollercoaster of high scores, emotional routines, and unexpected goodbyes. The last celebrity to be eliminated from the running during the grand finale was Danny Amendola, but the ultimate prize went to a fan-favorite reality star. We break down the winner's journey, the final elimination, and the complete, definitive list of every celebrity sent home from Season 33.
Joey Graziadei: Biography and DWTS Championship Journey
The winner of Dancing with the Stars Season 33, in partnership with professional dancer Jenna Johnson, was television personality Joey Graziadei. His journey on the dance floor was marked by consistency, charisma, and a powerful connection with his professional partner, which ultimately secured him the Mirrorball Trophy.
Complete Biographical Profile
- Full Name: Joseph Michael Graziadei
- Date of Birth: May 24, 1995
- Age: 30 (as of the season finale)
- Hometown: Collegeville / Royersford, Pennsylvania
- Occupation: Television Personality, former Tennis Coach
- Known For: Graziadei first gained national recognition as the runner-up on Season 20 of The Bachelorette. He then became the lead on Season 28 of The Bachelor, where he found love with Kelsey Anderson.
- DWTS Partner: Jenna Johnson (Two-time DWTS champion)
Key Moments and Performances
Graziadei's success on DWTS was built on a foundation of strong technical skills and a clear ability to connect with the emotional core of each performance. His partnership with Jenna Johnson was lauded by the judges—Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli—for its chemistry and polished execution. They consistently earned high scores throughout the competition, making them a formidable force against other top contenders like Olympic wrestler Ilona Maher and actress Chandler Kinney.
One of the most memorable performances was their emotional Freestyle in the finale. The routine, which showcased Graziadei's growth from a novice dancer to a confident performer, helped solidify their victory, earning a perfect score and overwhelming support from the viewer votes. His win cemented his status as a reality TV crossover star.
The Final Elimination: Who Finished Fifth in Season 33?
The question of "who was sent home" most recently is answered by looking at the final moments of the Season 33 finale. Unlike a typical elimination week, the finale saw the five remaining couples ranked based on a combination of judges' scores and viewer votes. The couple that finished in fifth place was the first to be eliminated from the running for the Mirrorball Trophy.
The last celebrity officially eliminated from the competition was former NFL wide receiver Danny Amendola, who was partnered with two-time champion Witney Carson.
Amendola and Carson had a strong run, often praised for their athleticism and commitment to the performance. Their elimination in fifth place was a tough moment for fans who had watched the Super Bowl champion transform on the dance floor. The remaining four couples—Joey Graziadei, Ilona Maher, Chandler Kinney, and Stephen Nedoroscik—then continued to compete until the final winner was announced.
The Complete List of Eliminations: All 16 Couples Sent Home
Season 33 featured one of the largest and most diverse casts in the show's history, starting with 16 celebrity-and-professional-partner pairings. Below is the definitive, week-by-week list of every celebrity sent home, ordered from the most recently eliminated (excluding the winner) back to the first celebrity to leave the ballroom.
DWTS Season 33 Elimination Order (The Last to The First)
- 5th Place (Finale): Danny Amendola (Former NFL Player) & Witney Carson
- 4th Place (Finale): Stephen Nedoroscik (Olympic Gymnast) & Rylee Arnold
- 3rd Place (Finale): Chandler Kinney (Actress) & Brandon Armstrong
- 2nd Place (Finale): Ilona Maher (Olympic Rugby Player) & Alan Bersten
- *Winner: Joey Graziadei (TV Personality) & Jenna Johnson
- Eliminated 8th (Week 7): Dwight Howard (NBA Center) & Daniella Karagach
- Eliminated 7th (Week 6): Jenn Tran (Reality TV Star) & Sasha Farber
- Eliminated 6th (Week 5): Phaedra Parks (Reality TV Star) & Val Chmerkovskiy
- Eliminated 5th (Week 4): Brooks Nadler (Model) & Gleb Savchenko
- Eliminated 3rd/4th (Week 3 - Double Elimination):
- Reginald VelJohnson (Actor) & Peta Murgatroyd
- Eric Roberts (Actor) & Britt Stewart
- Eliminated 1st/2nd (Week 2 - Double Elimination):
- Tori Spelling (Actress) & Artem Chigvintsev
- Anna Delvey (Con Artist/Socialite) & Ezra Sosa
Topical Authority: Key Takeaways from Season 33
The most recent season of Dancing with the Stars proved that viewer votes and a compelling personal narrative are just as crucial as the technical scores from the judges. The Season 33 cast was packed with high-profile names, but the journey of Joey Graziadei resonated deeply with the audience.
The intense competition saw multiple double eliminations early on, a rare occurrence that raised the stakes immediately. The Week 2 double elimination, which sent home both Tori Spelling and Anna Delvey, was particularly shocking to fans. The competition was fierce, with celebrities like Ilona Maher consistently delivering powerful performances that made her a serious threat for the Mirrorball Trophy.
Ultimately, the final showdown came down to four incredibly talented couples, but the combination of Graziadei's immense popularity from his time on The Bachelor franchise and his consistent improvement on the dance floor was an unbeatable formula. His victory with Jenna Johnson marked a triumphant end to a highly competitive season, setting a high bar for the professional partners and celebrities of the upcoming Season 34.
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