Anna Delvey’s journey from notorious con artist to ballroom dancer was short-lived but explosive. Her unexpected appearance on “Dancing with the Stars” has sparked a wave of outrage, with viewers divided over whether she deserved a second chance or a swift exit.
Season 33 of “Dancing with the Stars” became a center of controversy since the announcement that Anna Delvey, the infamous convicted con artist, had joined the cast. Delvey, 33, who became notorious for her high-society scams in New York, stirred up even more criticism after her recent performance on the show.
A user comment on Anna Delvey’s performance, dated September 25, 2024 | Source: Facebook/dancingwiththestars
On Tuesday, September 24, Delvey and her professional dance partner, Ezra Sosa, performed a Quickstep to KT Tunstall’s “Suddenly I See”, a track featured in “The Devil Wears Prada.” The performance was part of the show’s highly anticipated Oscars Night.
Ezra Sosa and Anna Delvey seen performing on “Dancing with the Stars” | Source: YouTube/dancingwiththestars
However, the two-hour episode ended in disappointment for Delvey and her partner, Ezra Sosa, as they were eliminated in a double-elimination round. The host, Alfonso Ribeiro, and co-host, Julianne Hough, announced that the pair, along with Tori Spelling and her partner, Pasha Pashkov, had received the lowest combined scores from the judges and viewer votes.
Ezra Sosa and Anna Delvey seen performing on “Dancing with the Stars” | Source: YouTube/dancingwiththestars
Despite Delvey’s efforts, her performance seemed to lack the spark expected from a show known for its energetic and vibrant routines. Her presence on the show was met with widespread outrage online, as viewers expressed frustration over her demeanor and performance.
Anna Delvey pictured on stage during her performance on “Dancing with the Stars” | Source: YouTube/dancingwiththestars
One user shared their thoughts, “It seems like she doesn’t want to be there. All the other contestants seem to have a lot more enthusiasm than her, even if they’re not the smoothest dancers. At least convince us that you’re here for a reason!”
Ezra Sosa and Anna Delvey seen performing on “Dancing with the Stars” | Source: Instagram/ezra.sosa
Another fan echoed the sentiment, saying, “That was painful to watch. You can see that Ezra is trying so hard but she just looks like she [doesn’t] wanna be there. Hope she is eliminated tonight!!”
Ezra Sosa and Anna Delvey seen performing on “Dancing with the Stars” | Source: Instagram/ezra.sosa
After the elimination, many viewers expressed relief, with one writing, “So glad Anna was sent home. What an awful attitude!!!” Another user added, “No, very emotionless.”
However, not all the feedback was negative. A supporter of Delvey commented, “I enjoyed it. Not everyone has to pretend to be americas sweet heart and make it seem like life is perfect and be all smiles. I enjoy her [sic].”
Following her departure, Delvey admitted that she was “very sad” to leave the competition. Despite the backlash, her partner, Sosa, spoke positively about their time together.
He noted that although their journey on “Dancing with the Stars” ended sooner than they had hoped, it was rewarding to see Delvey open up and perform with grace. He described her time on the dance floor as a potential redemption for the reality star, allowing her to step into a different spotlight.
