Selma Blair's heartbreaking exit from Dancing With The Stars has been met with love and kind messages from fans. Selma was a fan favorite this season, and so many were proud to watch her dance each week despite being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018. The condition did not hold her back, and the star landed toward the top of the scoreboard every week with her partner Sasha Farber. Selma ended her time on the show similar to how she began it, in a lavender gown, doing an emotional slowed-down routine, and bringing judges, hosts, and her fellow contestants to tears.
Fans were rooting for Selma and were devastated to see her withdraw from the DWTS competition, however, they understand that her health comes first and sent her loving messages on social media. Twitter user @ogvalfans wrote, "I respect the HELL out of Selma. Anyone living through a chronic illness is a hero." Another fan, @OfHeroine, on Twitter shared a video of Selma and Sasha's dance, encouraging others to watch it. "Yes, I was balling my eyes out watching this. She really is a trooper! We love you, Selma!" the fan wrote. Selma also received kind words and appreciation from the MS Association. The nonprofit organization was thrilled when Selma joined DWTS season 31 and has been cheering the actress on since episode one.
Selma Blair Influenced Everyone On DWTS
Due to Selma's exit, there was no elimination during the DWTS Most Memorable Year episode. Her withdrawal and experience on the show brought tears to everyone's eyes as pro dancer Emma Slater and others didn't hold back their emotions. Hours after the episode ended, fans were still sharing how much Selma's appearance during DWTS season 31 has impacted them. There have been many inspiring stories told on the dance competition series throughout its time on air, but Selma's seems to have impacted fans most of all.
It's obvious Selma had a lasting influence on everyone she competed with on DWTS, as well as the fans watching at home. Her emotional final performance earned her four 10s, giving her the highest score of the night. It also proved that while it's important to focus on technique and steps while dancing, the emotion behind the performance also goes a long way. The DWTS contestant put her all into her dances each week, and if she hadn't withdrawn, she likely would have made it very far into the competition.
It's heartwarming to see that while fans are upset to see her go, they're showing compassion to the actress. No one wanted the Most Memorable Year episode to be Selma's last, but DWTS fans know that her tough decision was best for her, and they respect that. The remainder of the season will not be the same without her, as Selma brought unmatched energy. However, fans can agree that knowing she is at home taking care of herself and healing her body from the stress the competition caused will bring everyone peace. It's also clear to fans that Selma's exit does not change the fact that she was one of the best performers on DWTS season 31.
Dancing With The Stars airs Mondays at 8 p.m. on Disney+.
Sources: @ogvalfans/Twitter, @OfHeroine/Twitter