Jordan Dargan Eliminated from ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Semi-Finals
Jordan Dargan, known for his appearance on *The Apprentice UK*, and his professional dance partner Rebecca Scott were eliminated from RTE’s *Dancing with the Stars* during the semi-final on Sunday, March 8, 2026.1 The pair faced Tolü Makay and Maciej Zięba in a nail-biting dance-off, ultimately resulting in Dargan’s departure from the competition.3
Semi-Final Performances
This week’s semi-final featured a “Dancing through the Decades” theme, requiring each couple to perform an individual dance inspired by a specific era, followed by a “Time Machine Trio” routine with a second professional dancer.3 Both routines were scored out of 40.
Dargan and Scott performed a 1990s Cha Cha Cha to “Dreamer” by Livin’ Joy, earning a score of 38.3 Their trio dance, a 1960s Charleston to The Beatles’ “Help!”, with James Cutler, received a score of 39, bringing their combined total to 77.3
Other Semi-Finalists
The couples advancing to the final on Sunday, March 15, 2026, are Eric Roberts and Arianna Favaro, Katelyn Cummins and Leonardo Lini, and Paudie Moloney and Laura Nolan.1 Tolü Makay and Maciej Zięba secured their place after winning the dance-off against Dargan and Scott.3
Here’s a breakdown of the other semi-finalists’ scores:
- Paudie Moloney and Laura Nolan: 26 (American Smooth) + 24 (Samba) = 50
- Katelyn Cummins and Leonardo Lini: 40 (Charleston) + 38 (Samba) = 78
- Tolü Makay and Maciej Zięba: 36 (Paso Doble) + 35 (Jive) = 71
- Eric Roberts and Arianna Favaro: 39 (Salsa) + 40 (Quickstep) = 79
Dargan’s Reaction
Following the judge’s decision, Dargan expressed his disappointment but gratitude for the experience. “I’m not going to stand here and pretend we’re not gutted. You know, we were so close, and I wanted it so, so bad. I’ve had the time of my life,” he said.1 He also praised his partner, Rebecca Scott, for her guidance and support.3
Dancing with the Stars is hosted by Jennifer Zamparelli and Laura Fox, with judges Oti Mabuse, Brian Redmond, Arthur Gourounlian, and Karen Byrne.3