For the first time in years, Dancing with the Stars is lacking in showmances. Fans are used to seeing a celebrity and a professional dancer fall in love. But Season 34 has been focused on friendships.
Key Takeaways
- There are no showmances in Season 34 of DWTS.
- Gleb Savchenko made headlines for his relationship with contestant Brooks Nader last season.
- This season is focused on the friendships that have been flourishing, on and off the ballroom floor.
- Ezra Sousa and Dylan Efron soft-launched their bromance.
DWTS Does Away With Showmances
DWTS viewers have been over showmances, especially after last season. In Season 35, Jenn Gran dated her professional dance partner, Sasha Farber. However, their relationship ended after she moved to Miami.
Brooks Nader and Gleb Savchenko also fell in love while on the show. Their relationship was tumultuous, keeping fans on their toes. One week, they would break up, and the next, they would get back together.
Brooks accused Gleb of cheating on her. However, Gleb claimed that she was the one playing games. Gleb returned this season and was paired with Hilaria Baldwin, who is married to Alec Baldwin.
Season 34 Focuses On Friendships
Most of the celebrities this season are either in a serious relationship or married. This means no more showmances. It’s unclear whether this was an intentional move by the producers.
Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Jen Affleck and her pro partner Jan Ravnik created a funny TikTok video acknowledging the lack of showmances. “It’s weird there’s no showmances this season,” the pair wondered as they looked around.
The video cut to a scene of pro dancer Ezra Sosa lifting Dylan Efron in the air. It appears to be the beginning of a bromance. The video ended with the two holding hands.
DWTS Fans Had a Question
DWTS fans didn’t expect this bromance to happen. They recall when Dylan was good friends with Survivor alum Boston Rob during Season 3 of The Traitors.
One fan asked, “Boston Rob has been gone for a whole 5 minutes, Dylan. Damn.” Another person wrote, “One thing about Dylan, he’s GONNA FIND A BROMANCE on whatever show he’s on.” Meanwhile, someone else asked, “Has anyone checked on Boston Rob???”
What are your thoughts on the lack of showmances this season? Are you glad the show has moved away from that? Do you think showmances make or break the competition? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
