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Witney Carson Faces Backlash Over Efron Rivalry Claims

11/29/2025

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Witney Carson, Dancing with the Stars pro, faced backlash after sharing a now-deleted text exchange about rival Dylan Efron.
In the messages, Carson alleged Dylan and Zac Efron were "trying to get votes."
Fans criticized Carson for being hypocritical because she relied on family support.
She later praised Dylan and his partner Daniella Karagach on social media.
Carson ultimately won the Mirrorball Trophy with partner Robert Irwin.

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Witney Carson, Dancing with the Stars pro, faced backlash after sharing a now-deleted text exchange about rival Dylan Efron.
In the messages, Carson alleged Dylan and Zac Efron were "trying to get votes."
Fans criticized Carson for being hypocritical because she relied on family support.
She later praised Dylan and his partner Daniella Karagach on social media.
Carson ultimately won the Mirrorball Trophy with partner Robert Irwin.