Sarah Jane Nader on being part of the third same-sex pairing on “DWTS”
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Key Points:
- Sarah Jane Nader is part of Dancing With the Stars' third same-sex pair, partnered with pro dancer Hailey Bills, marking a significant moment for representation on the show.
- Nader expresses pride in being a role model she lacked growing up and hopes same-sex dancing partnerships become normalized on the show in the future.
- Hailey Bills, making her debut as a full-time pro, is the niece of two-time Mirrorball Trophy winner Jenna Johnson, who was part of DWTS's first same-sex pairing.
- Season 35 features a family connection for Nader, who received advice from her sister Brooks, a former DWTS contestant, and she is notably nervous about impressing judge Derek Hough.
- The season 35 cast includes a diverse lineup of celebrities, with the two-night premiere scheduled for September 15 and 16 on ABC and Disney+.
