DWTS: The Next Pro Eliminates A Franchise Alum In First Episode
The premiere of 'Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro' sees an early exit for a franchise alumnus.
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The brief
The first episode of 'Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro' has aired, featuring a competition among 16 dancers. The premiere episode resulted in the elimination of a franchise alum.
Coverage from TVLine and Gold Derby emphasizes the first episode's results and the involvement of special guest Derek Hough. USA Today and The Hollywood Reporter focused on viewership and streaming options for the series.
Future coverage is expected to track which of the 16 dancers survive the competition following the initial elimination.
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Quick answers
How many dancers are competing in the series?
There are 16 dancers competing in 'Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro', according to TODAY.com.
Who appeared as a special guest in the first episode?
Derek Hough appeared as a special guest in the first episode, as reported by Gold Derby.
What happened in the first episode's elimination?
A franchise alumnus was eliminated in the first episode, according to TVLine.
Coverage (5)
- ‘Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro’ Episode 1 recap: Who survived the samba with special guest Derek Hough? Gold Derby · 10h ago
- Meet the 16 Dancers Competing in ‘Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro’ TODAY.com · 10h ago
- 'Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro' is coming. Here's how to watch USA Today · 10h ago
- Where to Watch ‘Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro’ Live Online The Hollywood Reporter · 10h ago
- DWTS: The Next Pro Eliminates A Franchise Alum In First Episode TVLine · 10h ago broke it first
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