'Dancing With the Stars' Fans Send Love to Erin Andrews After Former Co-Host Breaks Her Silence on Exit
Dancing With the Stars fans were shocked to learn Monday that the ABC show's longtime hosts, Tom [...]
Breaking the News
Bergeron was the first person to break the news of his exit, thanking the network for an "incredible 15 year run" and the "most unexpected gift" of his career. The former America's Funniest Home Videos host only addressed his firing, not Andrews', but ABC's subsequent statement made it clear the show was going with a complete change in its hosting cast.
prevnextJust informed @DancingABC will be continuing without me. It's been an incredible 15 year run and the most unexpected gift of my career. I'm grateful for that and for the lifelong friendships made. That said, now what am I supposed to do with all of these glitter masks?
— Tom Bergeron (@Tom_Bergeron) July 13, 2020
Breaking Her Silence
While Andrews didn't comment right away, Tuesday morning, she released a statement on social media thanking her Dancing With the Stars family for "6 memorable seasons." She added that those years "wouldn't have been as special without my loving host Tom Bergeron," as well as "the talented dancers and witty judges." Despite the way her time on the show came to an end, Andrews wrote she will "always cherish my days on that set, even if I wasn't the best at walking in heels."
prevnext❤️😉 pic.twitter.com/4NwkqvAnuF
— Erin Andrews (@ErinAndrews) July 14, 2020
Disappointed Fans
Andrews' statement drew impassioned comments from fans who were sad to see both she and Bergeron leaving the show. Some called the choice to let them go a "poor decision," while others lamented the show wouldn't be the same without its dynamic duo.
@ErinAndrews and @Tom_Bergeron - The dancers are amazing, but they come and go. The 2 of you and the judges ARE Dancing With the Stars. It won't be the same without you both, so much so that they will likely regret this poor decision. Best of luck to both of you!
— Mookie Sweet (@MustangMom1006) July 14, 2020
prevnextWait, what?? 😱 So sad to hear your are leaving Erin. You were one of the reasons my wife and I watched each year. The show won’t be the same without you. Best wishes for you and your family on your next adventure!
— David Crisp (@davidcrisp) July 14, 2020
'Huge Mistake'
Others called the firings a "huge mistake," with one user even referencing the scene from Pretty Woman in which Julia Roberts' character has her comeuppance with a snobby store clerk.
I think the powers that be- well, they made a huge mistake! I’ve watched from the beginning but, I’m done👎
— Flossie Dopkin (@flopkin) July 14, 2020
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'Good Luck'
Many tempered their disappointment with well wishes for Andrews, whom they reassured would be "great" regardless of what her next project is.
Ohhh my wife will not be happy when she hears about this. I mean I guess I will miss seeing you on DWTS too😉 not that I watch or anything. Good luck to you we know you will be great no matter what you do!
— Kevin Morgan 🇺🇸 (@Golfmorgank) July 14, 2020
prevnextI’ll miss seeing you. Your connections with the athletes were fun to watch. Not to mention all the beauty and hairstyles. And you were a contestant as well. The total package.
— Dana Bessinger (@aggiette) July 14, 2020
Boycotts
People feeling a bit more angry about the change-up vowed they were "done" watching Dancing With the Stars now that Andrews and Bergeron wouldn't be on their screens.
And...I'm out. I'll follow you in sports but I'm done with Dancing with the Stars.
— Jennifer Aries (@JenAries4) July 14, 2020
prevnextWe love you! Not sure I’ll be watching without you and Tom. Always enjoyed your humor and quick wit!
— Grammy90713 (@grammy90713) July 14, 2020
'DWTS' Alum Weighs In
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While the majority of Dancing With the Stars pros have yet to weigh in on the casting shake-up, former pro Sharna Burgess made sure to pen a sweet note to both hosts as soon as the news broke Monday. Burgess herself was let go unexpectedly from DWTS after winning Season 27 alongside Bobby Bones.
"You're both superstars and I've loved both working with you and watching you work," Burgess wrote alongside photos with the two hosts and her former partner. "Here's to all the memories and all the laughs and all the tears with a few scandals, injuries and nip slips thrown in for fun ;) (remember that [face palm emoji])" Burgess continued that she "cannot wait" to see what is next for both of her former co-stars. "Big big love and tons of gratitude," she concluded.
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