Guillermo Rodriguez may have been eliminated from “Dancing With the Stars,” but he has not forgotten the woman who got him through it. He gave partner Witney Carson a baby blue Dior purse after their Week 5 elimination, and she shared it on Instagram. MSN
The gift
Carson posted a mirror selfie of herself backstage at “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with the purse in the center. She described it as a light blue quilted Dior bag and thanked Rodriguez and his family. Her caption was warm: “Gift from Guillermo and fam why is he the sweetest!” Guillermo Rodriguez Gives Witney Carson A Heartwarming Surprise to Remember Their ‘DWTS’ Journey +2
Why it meant something
The gift capped a surprisingly close partnership. Over five weeks, the pair became a fan-favorite duo thanks to their sweet friendship and playful routines. They performed a salsa to Bad Bunny’s “Tití Me Preguntó,” with Carson dressed as Rihanna. Carson did much of the work. Kimmel credited her on air, saying she took a lump of Play-Doh and sculpted it into a masterpiece. ‘DWTS’ Pro Witney Carson Reveals Sweet Gift From Guillermo Rodriguez After Elimination +2
What fans said
Fans flooded the comments on People’s Instagram post, with one writing that he “understands what women want,” and another joking “Dior bag > Mirror Ball any day.” Sports Illustrated
A big chapter for Carson
Carson is taking time off to give birth to her third child. She is also one of the show’s most successful pros. She won Season 19 with Alfonso Ribeiro and won again last season with Robert Irwin. thebigleadthebiglead
And how Guillermo is celebrating
Carson had a no-drinking rule for him during the competition, so he said he was going to go make himself a margarita. parade
Bottom line
They didn’t win the Mirrorball trophy, but the friendship was the real prize. Sometimes the best thank-you is one that says you noticed how hard someone worked.
