Danielle Fishel clarified the viral clip with Whitney; find out the full story.
What Happened
Last week, when Lauren Jauregui and Brandon Armstrong were eliminated from the show, a viral clip surfaced on the dance floor.
In the video, Whitney Leavitt was seen laughing next to Danielle Fishel, and some assumed she was celebrating their safety.
What Really Happened
As the camera panned for a close-up, Whitney’s laughter transformed into a look of apparent delirium.
Danielle later told TMZ that she never “put Whitney in her place,” as was being reported online.
Danielle clarified that the circumstances were a rollercoaster of emotions—it’s possible to feel both happy and sad at the same time.
Danielle’s Emotional Priority
Danielle explained that her priority that evening was to comfort Lauren.
She says that when a partner is eliminated, it’s important to stay in the group, provide support, and be there for your friend.
Therefore, her body language and facial expressions were filled with empathy.
What People Were Watching
Some viewers misinterpreted the moment in the frame, leading to a heated debate.
Danielle clarified that she neither shamed nor attempted to interrupt anyone.
Emotional moments after the show often create subtle, mixed signals in the camera’s view; the actual situation is often different.
A Lesson
In reality TV, it’s easy to jump to conclusions based on a single frame.
People’s emotions are complex, and conflicting feelings can be felt simultaneously.
Danielle’s reaction makes it clear that her intentions were supportive and empathetic, not to provoke public ridicule.
What to Watch Next
As the season progresses, more moments will emerge that will be interpreted in different ways.
Viewers will do well to consider the full context of each moment and try to understand the contestants’ true feelings.
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