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 eliminated on premiere night. A video segment included Shum Jr. talking about his roles on Glee and his run in the dance competition. The premiere opened the new season with live performances and an elimination. Viewers saw the men take the ballroom floor first as the season began. Shum Jr. continues in the competition after the first elimination and advances to the next round.