Amber Glenn Advances on Dancing with the Stars
Amber Glenn and Pasha Pashkov secure a spot in the top eight after a strong performance on Horror Movie Night.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Dance
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Amber Glenn and Pasha Pashkov have moved into the top eight on Dancing with the Stars following their latest routine. The pair successfully advanced after combining their recent performance score with previous results and fan votes.
Why it matters
The competition continues to narrow as couples fight to remain in the running for the mirrorball trophy. Advancing to the next round ensures the pair will participate in the upcoming themed broadcast.
Amber Glenn and Pasha Pashkov secured a total of 36 points from the judges for their recent performance. This score follows their previous outing where the duo earned a total of 38 points.
The players
Amber Glenn
Amber Glenn is a competitor on the current season of the show who hails from Plano.
Pasha Pashkov
Pasha Pashkov is a professional dancer serving as the partner to Amber Glenn in the competition.
Tyler Cameron
Tyler Cameron is a television personality who was eliminated from the competition.
Sharna Burgess
Sharna Burgess is a professional dancer who was eliminated alongside her partner Tyler Cameron.
Jackson Olson and Emma Slater
Jackson Olson and Emma Slater are a dance duo that was eliminated during this round of the competition.
The details
The duo performed an Argentine tango themed around the movie Black Swan during the show's Horror Movie Night. Their performance earned four nines from the judging panel, helping them stay in the competition as other contestants were sent home.
Timeline
The duo earned a score of 38 points on October 21, 2026.
The pair performed their Black Swan routine on October 28, 2026.
Dancing with the Stars continues next week with Disney Night.
Industry Dynamics
The elimination of contestants follows the established pattern of weekly culling within the ongoing Dancing with the Stars seasonal competition format. This phase of the season is critical as it narrows the field before the highly anticipated themed nights.
Viewers can catch the upcoming Disney Night episode next week to see how the remaining eight couples perform. The inclusion of guest judge Cynthia Erivo provides an additional layer of scrutiny for the contestants as the season progresses.
The takeaway
Maintaining high judge scores combined with consistent fan support remains the key strategy for survival in the later rounds of the competition. Participants must continue to adapt to new themes each week to remain in contention for the title.
What happens next
Dancing with the Stars will continue with Disney Night next week, featuring guest judge Cynthia Erivo.
Further reading
For more updates on the show, visit the United States Dance section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Dallas Morning News.
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