Pop icon Lady Gaga has publicly declared her support for social media star Alix Earle and her professional dance partner Val Chmerkovskiy on the current season of Dancing With the Stars.
The endorsement came after Earle posted a Halloween tribute video on TikTok dressed as Gaga, performing to the hit “Paparazzi.”
Gaga’s supportive comment quickly went viral, sending waves of excitement through fans of both stars and drawing renewed attention to the ABC reality competition.
As the show nears its season finale, the pop star’s backing could add momentum to Earle and Chmerkovskiy’s push for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.
Earle and Chmerkovskiy have emerged as frontrunners this season. Their Halloween Night tango earned an impressive 39 out of 40 points from the judges, according to Reuters.
They further added four bonus points in a group dance-off, reaching a total of 43 points for the evening.
The performance, lauded for its creativity and precision, has placed them firmly among the top contenders as the semifinals approach.
Earle’s Halloween tribute to Gaga — which inspired the superstar’s reaction — has become one of the most discussed pop culture moments of the season.
Lady Gaga personally commented on Earle’s Halloween TikTok performance, writing:
“Girl, I love you and I’m rooting for you on DWTS! Thank you for this, it’s so sweet ❤️🖤”
Fans flooded the comment section, expressing surprise and excitement that the multi-Grammy-winning artist is actively watching the show.
Within hours, screenshots of Gaga’s comment circulated across platforms including X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok, amplifying the buzz around both performers.
Lady Gaga’s endorsement arrives at a pivotal stage for Dancing With the Stars, as it battles for audience attention late in the season.
Her involvement has already increased social media engagement and potentially expanded the show’s younger demographic reach.
For Earle, Gaga’s support adds validation from a global superstar, reinforcing her crossover appeal from influencer fame to mainstream television recognition.
Analysts note that celebrity endorsements often correlate with spikes in public voting and streaming engagement for contestants.
With semifinals approaching, Earle and Chmerkovskiy are preparing to maintain their high-performance streak.
ABC is expected to air the next round of performances on November 5, with elimination results following the next day.
The finale lineup will be determined based on combined judges’ scores and public votes — a space where Gaga’s influence could make a measurable difference.
The pair’s disciplined preparation and creative choreography continue to attract critical acclaim and strong audience support.
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