From The Hollywood Reporter · McKinley Franklin · · 50s
DWTS season 35 opens with the men
The ballroom returned with a two-night premiere built to give all 16 couples their own spotlight.
In brief
The ballroom returned with a two-night premiere built to give all 16 couples their own spotlight. Season 35 began with the eight male celebrities performing first, before the women take the floor on night two. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
The ballroom is back
Dancing With the Stars returned for season 35 with a special two-night premiere.
“Dancing With the Stars is finally back for season 35”
Spoilers are ahead
The premiere coverage includes results from the opening night, so readers are warned before the recap begins.
“This story contains spoilers”
Night one belongs to men
The first episode focused on the eight male celebrities and their professional dance partners.
“eight male celebrities performing on Tuesday night”
Women dance next
The eight women celebrities are scheduled for the second half of the premiere on Wednesday night.
“the eight women celebrities will follow on Wednesday night”
Every couple gets space
With 16 competing pairs, the split format gives each celebrity and pro partner more room in the premiere.
“get time to shine”
The takeaway
Season 35 began with the eight male celebrities performing first, before the women take the floor on night two.
