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 exited the show in the opening episode. A video segment highlighted Shum Jr. discussing his roles on Glee and his involvement in the dance competition. The premiere kicked off the latest season with dance routines and cuts. Viewers observed the men take the ballroom floor first to start the season. Shum Jr. stays in the competition after the first elimination and will move forward.