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Scott Hoying Eliminated, Celebrates Baby News on DWTS

10/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold were eliminated from Dancing with the Stars during Wicked Night on October 21, 2025.
They performed a contemporary routine to The Wizard and I and scored 28 out of 40.
Hoying said he felt really lucky.
Hoying announced that he and his husband are expecting a baby.
He will focus on the Pentatonix Christmas tour starting November 8.

History

Historical Context

The elimination of Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold from *Dancing with the Stars* on October 21, 2025, highlights the show's competitive nature, intensified by its scoring system introduced in 2014, allowing judges to award up to 40 points. Arnold, the first pro from *Dancing with the Stars: Juniors*, previously reached the finals in season 33, showcasing her growth in the franchise.

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Story summary

Scott Hoying and Rylee Arnold were eliminated from Dancing with the Stars during Wicked Night on October 21, 2025.
They performed a contemporary routine to The Wizard and I and scored 28 out of 40.
Hoying said he felt really lucky.
Hoying announced that he and his husband are expecting a baby.
He will focus on the Pentatonix Christmas tour starting November 8.

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