LOS ANGELES — Olympic gold medalist figure skater Amber Glenn and professional partner Pasha Pashkov scored 18 out of 30 on their Dancing With the Stars Season 35 debut during Premiere Night 2.
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The pair performed a cha-cha to “Smooth” by Santana featuring Rob Thomas. All three judges awarded sixes, placing them among the higher scores of the night alongside Julia Stiles.
Glenn, a Team USA figure skater, brought competitive experience and athletic ability to the ballroom. She and Pashkov advanced past the first elimination and will return next week.
Fans and commentators have noted her potential as an early favorite given her skating background and the strong opening score.
Based on official scores from the September 16, 2026, episode of Dancing With the Stars.
