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Robert Irwin and Witney Carson Win DWTS Finale!

11/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Robert Irwin, a DWTS contestant, and Witney Carson, a DWTS pro, won the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy on November 25, 2025, in the show's record-breaking finale.
The finale drew over 72 million votes, marking one of the most engaged finales in the show's history.
Irwin competed with a rib injury leading up to the finale.
Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy finished second.
Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa finished third.

History

Historical Context

The finale of *Dancing with the Stars* on November 25, 2025, marked a significant milestone, attracting over 72 million votes, the highest since its premiere in 2005. This event reflects the show's resurgence, paralleling the rise of reality television in the early 2000s, with *American Idol* and *Survivor* paving the way for audience engagement in competitive formats.

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Story summary

Robert Irwin, a DWTS contestant, and Witney Carson, a DWTS pro, won the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy on November 25, 2025, in the show's record-breaking finale.
The finale drew over 72 million votes, marking one of the most engaged finales in the show's history.
Irwin competed with a rib injury leading up to the finale.
Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy finished second.
Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa finished third.

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