The highly anticipated Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) 2025 Live! tour is just around the corner, but there’s one notable absence that has fans buzzing. Jenn Tran, a rising star from Season 33 of DWTS, revealed in a deeply emotional Instagram video that she will not be joining the upcoming tour, despite her fervent hopes and dreams of performing live on stage. The 26-year-old reality TV alum, known for her appearance on The Bachelorette Season 21, shared her heartbreak with her followers on November 20, opening up about her personal disappointment.
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A Rollercoaster of Emotions
“I got a call about the tour, and I won’t be going on tour, which is really sad because I really wanted to go,” Tran began, visibly emotional as she reflected on the unexpected news. For Jenn, the Dancing with the Stars tour represented much more than just another performance. It was a final opportunity to immerse herself in the world of dance, a world she had come to love in a very short amount of time.
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“I felt like with the tour, I was gonna be able to hold onto this feeling a little bit longer, to hold onto this dancing moment that I’ve been having,” she explained. Tran’s connection with the DWTS family was evident, and the thought of stepping away from it brought an overwhelming flood of emotions.
From Bachelorette Heartbreak to Dancing Joy
Tran’s journey to DWTS was not a typical one. Before she ever graced the ballroom, she became a household name when her breakup with Devin Strader aired on The Bachelorette finale in September 2023. The split was dramatic, leaving viewers captivated by her personal story. When she made the transition to DWTS, it was a breath of fresh air. Jenn quickly established herself as a determined and passionate contestant, with her partner, the talented Sasha Farber, helping her grow through the competitive dance world.
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Despite being eliminated on Halloween Nightmares week, Tran’s time on the show was nothing short of remarkable. She and Farber received a perfect score for their contemporary routine, a highlight that would forever be etched in her memory. Tran was proud of her performance, expressing her gratitude and acknowledging that hard work pays off. “I’m so happy and grateful and proud that we were able to work hard and get that 10. It just proves that anybody can do anything they put their mind to.”
The Heartbreak of Letting Go
The elimination, although bittersweet, marked a turning point for Tran. Her emotions were raw as she admitted to crying upon hearing the news about the tour. “I started sobbing,” she revealed. “I’m crying because I can’t dance, when two months ago, I didn’t even know that I liked to dance.”
For Jenn, dancing had become more than just a hobby; it had become an essential part of who she was. Her connection to the dance world was something she never saw coming, and as the tour announcement loomed, she began to envision herself as part of the live performances, continuing the experience with the DWTS family.
However, the reality of her departure soon set in. “I can still go and take dance classes, which I’m gonna do, but the performance aspect of it and putting on a live show for that amount of people and just, like, dancing with all these people on Dancing With the Stars… it is just sad that it really, truly has just come to an end for me,” she said with a sigh, a sense of finality in her voice.
Even amidst the sadness, Jenn remains positive, echoing a famous quote she’s come to embody: “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” Her time on the show, although brief, was one of the best moments of her life, and she wanted to savor those memories as long as possible.
Looking Ahead: Dance Studios and New Beginnings
Although Jenn Tran won’t be joining the DWTS tour, her journey in the dance world is far from over. She has big plans for her future in dance, which includes continuing to take classes in Los Angeles and Miami. But for now, the dream of performing on a grand stage with the DWTS family will have to wait.
Jenn has also been active on social media, reaching out to her fans for recommendations on where to find the best dance studios in both cities. Her enthusiasm for dancing is palpable, and she’s clearly determined to keep the fire alive. She’s not giving up on her love for dance; rather, she’s embracing it in a new and personal way.
Sasha Farber and Jenn Tran: More Than Dance Partners?
Throughout the DWTS season, there were whispers of a romantic connection between Jenn Tran and her dance partner, Sasha Farber. While neither has confirmed the rumors, Tran has shared her admiration for Farber, praising his ability to help ground her during some of her more difficult moments. After her split from Strader, Farber became a source of stability, and their partnership on the dance floor seemed to flourish.
On the November 14 episode of the Sorry We’re Cyrus podcast, Tish Cyrus playfully teased Jenn about the romance rumors, asking her how it would feel to go on tour with her “boyfriend.” Tran, flustered, responded, “Oh, God. If you say boyfriend, he’s going to freak out.” This exchange has only fueled further speculation about the nature of their relationship, adding an extra layer of intrigue to Jenn’s journey on the show.
While Tran jokingly mentioned in a recent TikTok that she was experiencing a “midlife crisis” after her exit from the show, she also acknowledged that the transition from dancing every day to suddenly not dancing was a difficult one. “It is kind of like breaking up with somebody,” she said, comparing the abrupt end of her dance journey to the emotional pain of a breakup. “It’s like being in constant contact with somebody every day, and then the next day, you’re not. Immediately ghosted. Dancing ghosted with me.”
The DWTS 2025 Live! Tour: What’s Next?
As for the DWTS 2025 Live! tour, the show will kick off in Richmond, Virginia, on January 7, 2025, and hit 68 cities across the United States before wrapping up in Los Angeles on April 5, 2025. The question on many fans’ minds is which of the 2023 DWTS cast members will make special appearances throughout the tour. While Tran may not be joining her fellow stars on stage, it is still expected to be a star-studded event, with many of the show’s most popular dancers and celebrities performing live in select cities.
Jenn Tran’s absence from the tour will surely be felt by fans who had hoped to see her continue her DWTS journey. But, as she herself said, it’s not the end. Her passion for dance, and her ever-positive attitude, ensure that this is just a brief chapter in what promises to be a much larger story.
As Jenn moves forward, fans will continue to root for her and eagerly await her next moves in the world of dance, love, and performance. Whether it’s through dance classes or future projects, one thing is certain: Jenn Tran is not done dancing yet. And for her devoted followers, this is just the beginning.
