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DWTS pro Gleb Savchenko feud
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In mid‑July 2026, professional dancer Gleb Savchenko told Us Weekly that DWTS pros should avoid dating their celebrity partners, citing his own turbulent off‑and‑on relationship with former partner Brooks Nader as a cautionary tale. He warned that such entanglements could ruin a dancer’s career and personal life. A few weeks later, former reality‑TV star Maura Higgins publicly declared she would accept any DWTS partner except Savchenko, referencing her loyalty to Nader and criticizing Savchenko’s remarks about women. Savchenko responded that he had never heard of Higgins, would not be bothered by her comments, and warned that backstage interactions would become “really awkward.” The exchange heightened media attention ahead of the September premiere of season 35, turning Savchenko’s dating advice into a broader backstage dispute. In early August, Higgins told DWTS producers she does not want to be paired with Savchenko, again citing his comments about women and her allegiance to Nader. Savchenko called the feud “unnecessary drama,” said he was unaware of Higgins before her remarks, and insisted he would remain professional. Producers anticipate that the two will likely avoid each other backstage, adding further tension to the season’s atmosphere.
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