As the 2025 season of Let's Dance unfolds on RTL, the competition is heating up among celebrities vying for the title of Dancing Star. With each week bringing the promise of captivating performances, viewers have been treated to an array of emotions—from the thrill of dance to the disappointment of elimination. This year, the glittering stage has already seen some big names take their final bows.
Yesteryear's winner, Gabriel Kelly, who clinched victory in 2024, set a high standard for this year's competitors. The current lineup boasts illustrious personalities such as actress Christine Neubauer, former athlete Fabian Hambüchen, YouTuber Marc Eggers, pop star Jeanette Biedermann, and celebrity chef Roland Trettl, among others. However, as the competition progresses, difficult decisions loom as some participants must face the harsh reality of elimination.
The judging panel, composed of seasoned judges Joachim Llambi, Motsi Mabuse, and Jorge González, has a crucial role in determining which couples remain, alongside audience votes that can dramatically shift the outcome. Hosting the show are the charismatic Victoria Swarovski and Daniel Hartwich, guiding viewers through each electrifying episode.
So far, three celebrities have been voted out of the competition. The first casualty, comedian Osan Yaran, bid farewell after his performance on February 28, 2025, with an emphasis on the camaraderie and nervous anticipation that had characterized the opening weeks. Following him, Roland Trettl found himself eliminated on March 7, after a fiery tango to the AC/DC hit "TNT"; he and professional partner Kathrin Menzinger received a disheartening score of just 15 points from the judges.
Taking to Instagram after his exit, Trettl didn't hold back, expressing frustration towards Llambi's judging style and suggesting that his low score lacked the audience's perspective. "Joachim Llambi is a good guy, but he still has a little child inside him, crying for attention," he quipped, acknowledging the complexity of judging and its impact on the performers. More importantly, Trettl affirmed his gratitude for the experience and the opportunity to dance, stating, "I’m primarily unbelievably happy that I got to go this journey. But I feel sorry for my dance partner, Kathrin Menzinger." When talking about not being eliminated when fellow competitor Taliso Engel received only one point, Trettl remarked, "I'm glad that the audience isn't as stupid as Mr. Llambi with one point!" highlighting his belief in the audience's discernment.
Most recently, on March 14, 2025, the glamorous Leyla Lahouar became the third star to exit the show. Partnering with Sergiu Maruster in a bid to impress the jury and fans with a slowfox, their efforts did not resonate enough to save them from being voted off. As these hopefuls have danced their last steps, anticipation builds for the next elimination round.
Despite the competition’s pressure, the show thrives on its community spirit, amplified by interactive voting that allows viewers to influence which couples progress. Episodes air weekly, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as they stay engaged with the dance pairs’ thrilling performances and stories.
As for the future, the next live show on March 21, 2025, promises a fresh round of competitive energy, showcasing a dance-off between two teams: Team Ananas and Team Flamingo. Each celebrity will perform different styles ranging from cha-cha-cha to samba, with the hopes of winning over both the jury and the audience. Notable performances include Ben Zucker's cha-cha-cha to "Caribbean Queen" by Billy Ocean and Christine Neubauer's rumba to "California Dreamin’" by Diana Krall.
The excitement and nail-biting tension of Let's Dance keep viewers glued to their screens, eagerly awaiting who will take center stage next and whose journey will take a surprising detour as this vibrant season continues to unfold.
