Giada De Laurentiis apologizes to partner after Dancing With the Stars exit

Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis mouthed an apology to her professional dance partner Alan Bersten after they were eliminated from Tuesday's episode of Dancing With the Stars. Bersten responded by shaking his head and pulling De Laurentiis into a hug.

When interviewed after the live broadcast, Bersten said, "That's what I'm saying! You're never allowed to apologize to me," and added, "Giada, you've made me proud. I'm sorry to interrupt you, but you made me proud."

De Laurentiis explained that she felt she had let Bersten down, saying it was an automatic reaction to the elimination. She later reflected on the short time she had to learn the salsa routine, noting the physical challenge and the fitness benefits she gained.

The duo performed a salsa to Becky G's version of "Bella Ciao," which judges criticized for lacking confidence and spice. A pre-recorded segment had shown the pair in a tense rehearsal, with Bersten telling De Laurentiis to be patient.

De Laurentiis expressed gratitude for the experience, saying she would not have met Bersten otherwise and described him as a "fabulous human being."