LOS ANGELES — Jenna Dewan and professional partner Val Chmerkovskiy scored 19 out of 30 on their Dancing With the Stars Season 35 debut during Premiere Night 2 on September 16, 2026.
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The pair performed a tango to Blondie’s “Call Me,” a No. 1 hit from the year Dewan was born. Judges praised the chemistry and stage presence while noting areas for technical improvement as the season progresses.
Dewan, known for her role in the dance film Step Up and the series The Rookie, returned to competitive dancing after years away from the ballroom. She has previously worked as a backup dancer for major artists and brings prior dance experience to the competition.
Dewan finished just behind Night 2 leader Maura Higgins (21) and ahead of several other couples. She advances with the rest of the remaining cast to the next episode.
Based on official scores and reporting from the September 16, 2026, episode of Dancing With the Stars.
