The incident occurred during Yacht Rock Night, moments after Stewart and partner Taylor Hanson were sent home. As the cast gathered, Rodriguez approached Stewart, seemingly aiming to offer comfort. Video footage of the exchange shows Stewart turning away, a gesture that ignited immediate criticism from the show’s audience. While some fans pointed to her visible emotional distress over the elimination, others argued that a professional should maintain composure regardless of the results.
Several viewers took to social media to defend Rodriguez, suggesting the interaction was an unnecessary slight against a beloved contestant. Comments ranged from expressions of disappointment to pledges of support for Rodriguez’s continued run in the competition. The friction stands in sharp contrast to the outpouring of sympathy Stewart received from fellow professionals and judges, including Carrie Ann Inaba, who publicly lamented the pair's exit. Despite the backlash, colleagues like Sharna Burgess and Jan Ravnik have rallied behind Stewart, highlighting her talent and the impact of her departure on the show’s dynamic.
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