The ballroom lit up once again on September 30, 2025, as Dancing with the Stars returned for Week 3 of its 35th season. The week’s special theme centred on viral hits from TikTok, and the episode offered fans a mix of nostalgia and modern flair. The remaining 13 contestants brought their best acts, accompanied by their professional partners, and danced to trending tracks that have taken over the internet. Whether it was their viral moves, emotional storytelling or a shocking elimination, the episode did not fail to entertain the audience.
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The episode began with a bang as Season 31 champion Charli D’Amelio returned to the DWTS stage. She led an electrifying opening number set to Charli XCX’s “Apple,” choreographed by Kelley Heyer. Later, Charli joined her former pro partner, Mark Ballas, to perform the famous “Savage” TikTok dance with the troupe. It added even more sparkle to the night. The show’s host, Alfonso Ribeiro, noted that voting during last week’s double elimination had shattered the all-time voting record, proving the show is still loved by fans after nearly two decades on air.
