Whitney Leavitt Mark Ballas Cancel DWTS Ticket Giveaway After ABC BBC Reject

Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas, contestants on Dancing With the Stars Season 34, had to cancel their planned giveaway of tickets to the show's live event after ABC and BBC Studios, the network and production company, disallowed it. The giveaway, which initially included flights and accommodations, was announced on TikTok but then pulled back due to concerns that it might violate competition rules or appear as a bribe for votes. Both Leavitt and Ballas expressed disappointment but promised to find alternative ways to thank their fans for their support. Fans speculated that the giveaway could have been seen as unfair or against production policies, although similar gestures had happened discreetly before. The duo remains popular among viewers, having scored well in the competition, and are exploring other creative fan engagement ideas. Despite the cancellation, fans appreciated the transparency and intentions behind the initial giveaway plan.