Harry Shum Jr. was featured on the Season 35 premiere of Dancing With the Stars. The episode spotlighted male stars, including Shum Jr. and Ezra Frech. One celebrity was sent home in the opening episode. A video segment included Shum Jr. reflecting on his roles on Glee and his participation in the dance competition. The premiere opened the fresh season with live performances and an elimination. Viewers watched the men take the ballroom floor first as the season began. Shum Jr. remains in the competition after the first elimination and will move forward.