Harry Shum Jr. was featured on the Season 35 premiere of Dancing With the Stars. The episode featured male celebrities, including Shum Jr. and Ezra Frech. One celebrity was sent home during premiere night. A video segment showed Shum Jr. discussing his roles on Glee and his participation in the dance competition. The premiere launched the latest season with dance routines and cuts. Viewers observed the men take the ballroom floor first to start the season. Shum Jr. remains in the competition after the first elimination and will move forward.