Twitter users said Delvey’s lackluster performance created a palpably uncomfortable atmosphere in the ballroom, commenting on the “awkward silence” and the way she seemed to “suck all the energy and happiness” out of the room.

Instagram commenters agreed. One wrote, “The silence during the performance was deafening.” TikTok creators who posted the show said, “She really couldn’t have been more disinterested.”

And then there was Delvey’s interactions with her professional dance partner, Ezra Sosa. After the performance, host Julianne Hough asked the couple how they were feeling. This is usually when people say something like, “My partner was so supportive” or “I’m proud of my effort.” Delvey responded, “I’m glad I don’t have to do that dance again.” TikTok commenters joked, “Poor Ezra! Laughing through the pain,” and “Ezra is fighting for his life.” One Instagram commenter said, “Her last sassy comment made me so angry for Ezra. He put his time, work, and energy into that dance to make you look good and you say that?”