UPDATE: In a revealing interview, Jen Affleck has opened up about her complex relationship with Whitney Leavitt following their participation in Dancing with the Stars. Affleck’s comments come just days after her elimination from the show on October 28, 2025, while Leavitt was eliminated weeks later on November 19, 2025.
During the interview with Parade, the star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives did not directly address the tensions between her and Leavitt but confirmed she would be supporting her rival. Affleck acknowledged the emotional toll that competing on DWTS took on both of them, saying, “It really takes a toll on you in every aspect.”
Affleck’s remarks imply that their relationship has faced challenges, stating that “some things resurfaced during Dancing with the Stars.” While she promised to cheer for Leavitt, she chose not to predict a winner for the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy, instead favoring competitors Robert Irwin and Alix Earle.
Earlier, Affleck had told E! News that she and Leavitt had no “relationship” and mentioned they had “taken a step back” after unspecified issues arose. Despite this, she expressed her desire for Leavitt to succeed in the competition, stating, “I think it’s just time that we focus on the positives.”
As the storyline unfolds, Affleck assured fans that future seasons of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives will delve into the dynamics that developed during their time on DWTS. “Unfortunately, there were moments where it was hard not to bleed into Dancing With the Stars,” she explained, highlighting the challenges of maintaining their friendship under competitive pressure.
This update on Affleck’s feelings toward Leavitt has sparked considerable interest, with fans eager to see how their relationship evolves in the public eye. The emotional stakes are high as both women navigate their experiences on the dance floor and beyond.
With the competition heating up and new revelations about their relationship emerging, viewers are left to wonder how this will impact the dynamics in upcoming episodes of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Stay tuned as more updates develop in this captivating saga of friendship and rivalry.
