Gleb Savchenko Says His Remarks Weren’t an Attack on Alan Bersten

WHO:

NY Post - Gleb Savchenko is a “DWTS” professional who is not a pro this season.

NY Post - Alan Bersten is a fellow “DWTS” pro.

US Magazine - Savchenko, 43, discussed Bersten during a TikTok Live.

WHAT:

NY Post - Savchenko insisted that he did not “attack” Bersten after making comments described as shady.

US Magazine - Savchenko said, “I didn’t attack Alan at all.”

US Magazine - Savchenko said Bersten is “a good dancer for his niche” and “great for his thing.” The article excerpt then cuts off after “But he can’t”.

WHEN:

US Magazine - Savchenko made the remarks during a recent TikTok Live amid discussion of season 35’s Dedication Night.

WHY:

NY Post - Savchenko continued commenting on behind-the-scenes “DWTS” drama despite not being a pro that season.

US Magazine - Savchenko attempted to clarify his criticism of Bersten and clear the air amid drama surrounding season 35’s Dedication Night.

HOW:

NY Post - Savchenko responded to the controversy by insisting his remarks were not an attack on Bersten.

US Magazine - Savchenko addressed the criticism during a TikTok Live.

(UPDATED October 22, 2026 19:22 UTC)

“Dancing With the Stars” professional Gleb Savchenko says he did not attack fellow pro Alan Bersten, after comments about Bersten were described as shady. Savchenko, who is not a professional on this season, addressed the controversy during a TikTok Live while discussing drama around season 35’s Dedication Night. “I didn’t attack Alan at all,” Savchenko said. He added that Bersten is “a good dancer for his niche” and “great for his thing.” Savchenko’s remarks were an attempt to clarify his criticism and clear the air amid the season’s behind-the-scenes tensions. The discussion comes as Savchenko continues to weigh in on the show’s drama despite not being part of this season’s professional lineup. His comments focused on Bersten’s dancing and how it fits his niche, while insisting that he was not attacking his fellow dancer.