Dancing With the Stars Judges’ Save Rule Change Sparks Controversy

Dancing With the Stars has made a bold move by getting rid of the judges’ save rule, leaving fans and viewers divided on the decision. Executive producer Deena Katz explained that the change was made to prioritize the votes of the American audience over the judges’ opinions, shifting the power back to the viewers. The save rule, which allowed judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, Bruno Tonioli, and Len Goodman to decide the fate of contestants in the bottom rankings, was introduced in Season 28 but has now been removed to bring a new dynamic to the competition. After Bobby Bones’ controversial win in Season 27, where he took home the Mirrorball trophy despite lower scores than his competitors, the save rule was seen as a way to prevent similar outcomes. However, with its elimination, the future of the rule remains uncertain, as Katz hinted that it may not make a comeback in future episodes. Fans are now left wondering if the judges’ save should ever return to Dancing With the Stars and how it might impact the show’s future. Share your thoughts and opinions below!