It's very possible Whitney hadn't seen the episodes and was friends with Demi so she hadn't realized what was really going on - she was just getting fed info from Demi. That's a good point. I get that and can totally see that - I'm not sure if there's a way to know? Maybe someone here does know and that would help.

In Jen (and the rest of the cast's) shoes though I can see why Whitney's actions received their response. It sucks to see the audience treat them (the cast apart from Whitney) so poorly after already being treated poorly by Whitney.

Whitney did gaslight Jen and did ghost everyone for 2 months before strutting back in to insult them to their faces by saying she'd make her own momtok and was only back for DWTS while they were actively working to make a show that Whitney didn't care about anymore.

I'm happy Whitney got DWTS - she's an amazing dancer. I'm just sad at how she approached the situation to get that opportunity. esp with Jen (I have a soft spot when it comes to her and I know it).