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The first couple to go home during season 25 of “Dancing with the Stars” is Barbara Corcoran and Keo Motsepe. Terrell Owens and partner Cheryl Burke were also in jeopardy. Corcoran questions how she will live without Motsepe and adds that it was the most “exciting” thing she’s done in her life. Tom Bergeron jokes that he would love to see a dance-off between her and Charo, who was paired up with Motsepe last season.
In the premiere, the duo danced a sassy salsa to “Money Maker” and scored a 14 out of 30, the lowest score of the night. The judges were not all that impressed with the “Shark Tank” investor and she faced backlash early on after getting a bit too “handsy” with Motsepe. They danced a classy tango to “Whatever Lola Wants” for week two’s Ballroom Night and scored a 17 out of 30. Corcoran quickly opened up about being dyslexic and how that pushed her to succeed on the dance floor.
The highest Motsepe has ever placed in his six seasons as a pro was with “Fuller House” star Jodie Sweetin, who finished in sixth place during season 22. He has also been paired with Grammy-winning singer Chaka Khan, model Charlotte McKinney and former Olympian Lolo Jones.
Another couple will be sent home during Tuesday night’s episode as part of the season’s first double elimination.
Social Media Reacts to Barbara Corcoran and Keo Motsepe’s Elimination
Good job, Barbara improved. @keodancer your patience and drive is beautiful. #DWTS
— y@rd!e-876 (@nats2tweet) September 26, 2017
I couldn’t stand Barbara so I’m not upset about this. Feel a little bad for Keo though. #DWTS
— 5-4 (@Trixylove19) September 26, 2017
WHAT! NOT BARBARA #DWTS
— Holly❤️ (@Holly_Homa) September 26, 2017
oh god thank god barbara got voted off, it’s time keo got a good partner that’ll last him past week 1 #DWTS
— steph (@haizhailee) September 26, 2017
Barbara is strong, smart woman and all kinds of awesome, but can we give @keodancer a partner that has some actual potential? #DWTS
— Jessica M (@jessicam40) September 26, 2017
#DWTS Ok can Keo get a good partner already! Nothing against Barbara.. but are we surprised she went home first??? pic.twitter.com/TQjWtLVvX2
— Trish B. (@Duh_ImFamous) September 26, 2017
I hope Barbara’s heading home is due in part to the cringeworthy way she treated Keo. #DWTS
— Hofftastic (@Hofftastic) September 26, 2017
It’s way too soon for my fave @BarbaraCorcoran to be going home!! You’re did so well Barbara! Idk y u have to go home #DWTS
— kate (@cbananagrl) September 26, 2017
Aww! Barbara Corcoran is leaving. Still one of the most respected & loved Shark / Sharkette! #SharkTank #DWTS
— Tori (@torinspiration) September 26, 2017
Not surprised by Barbara & Keo’s elimination. #DWTS
— Brittany Van Dyke (@StrangeLikeMe92) September 26, 2017
I knew Barbara would be the first one gone since I found out she was on the show, but I’m gonna miss her. She was fun #DWTS
— Reality Grace (@realgraceblog) September 26, 2017
According to ABC, Corcoran “is a motivational and inspirational speaker. She is a frequent small business and real estate contributor on every major network. She has been an investor/Shark for the past nine seasons on ABC’s three-time Emmy award winning show, ‘Shark Tank.’”
The star-studded lineup for the 25th season of “Dancing with the Stars” includes former NFL wide receiver Terrell Owens, Hamilton’s Jordan Fisher, “Pretty Little Liars” star Sasha Pieterse and “Property Brothers” co-host Drew Scott. Other stars include Victoria Arlen, Nikki Bella and Nick Lachey. Fan-favorite pros Mark Ballas and Cheryl Burke also return to the dance floor this season, along with hosts Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews.
The judging panel features Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli. Their scores, along with America’s votes, determine which couples will go home and which ones will advance to compete for the coveted Mirrorball trophy.
“Dancing with the Stars” airs every Monday night at 8 p.m. on ABC.
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