Gleb Savchenko, a seasoned professional dancer on “Dancing With the Stars” (DWTS), recently stirred up conversation by hinting at a less-than-ideal partnership during a podcast interview. While engaging with Harry Jowsey on the “Boyfriend Material” podcast, Savchenko was directly asked about his “worst partner ever” on the show. Without explicitly naming Mira Sorvino, his partner from season 32, Savchenko’s description provided enough context for listeners to deduce it was her. He described his season 32 partner as a “very respectful actress” and “award-winning actress” but admitted, “we just didn’t really, didn’t really vibe.” He further elaborated that he wished for her to have the “best season” and “enjoy the process,” implying this wasn’t the case in their partnership.
Savchenko also revealed an initial pairing with Lele Pons that was changed at Sorvino’s request, adding another layer to the narrative surrounding his DWTS season 32 experience. Ultimately, Savchenko and Sorvino were eliminated in week 5, finishing in 10th place in the competition.
Following the podcast episode, fan reactions quickly surfaced on platforms like Reddit. Opinions were divided, with some criticizing Savchenko’s candor. One Reddit user questioned if Savchenko has ever spoken positively about any of his partners, while another directly condemned his comments about Sorvino as “utterly distasteful.” Further comments labeled Savchenko as “awful” and suggested he appeared disengaged from the partnership from the beginning, speculating that Sorvino might have reciprocated this energy.
Image alt text: Professional dancer Gleb Savchenko poses confidently in a stylish black outfit in a promotional Instagram post from June 2023.
Interestingly, Mira Sorvino presented a contrasting perspective after their elimination. In public statements and social media posts, Sorvino consistently praised Savchenko. After their final performance, she took to Instagram to express gratitude for her DWTS journey and specifically lauded Savchenko as “phenomenal.” She highlighted performing with her daughter to Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” as a deeply meaningful moment. Sorvino emphasized sharing her “true self” and expressed love for everyone she met on the show, maintaining a positive tone about her overall experience despite the early departure.
Image alt text: Actress Mira Sorvino smiles brightly with professional dancer Gleb Savchenko in a still from an Instagram reel posted in October 2023, celebrating their DWTS partnership.
A look into Gleb Savchenko’s Instagram profile further emphasizes the contrasting narratives. While his feed is populated with photos and videos featuring partners like Shangela from season 31 and Brooks Nader from season 33, there is a noticeable absence of content with Mira Sorvino. This curated social media presence, juxtaposed with his podcast comments and Sorvino’s public praise, paints a complex picture of their partnership and leaves fans to speculate about the dynamics behind the scenes of DWTS season 32. Savchenko’s DWTS partner history showcases a range of experiences, but his recent remarks have undoubtedly cast a spotlight on the varying degrees of connection and challenges that can arise even in the glitz and glamour of “Dancing With the Stars.”
