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Danielle Fishel's Tango Sparks Fan Support and Controversy

10/22/2025

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Danielle Fishel and partner Pasha Pashkov will perform an Argentine Tango to Wicked on Dancing with the Stars on October 21.
Fans view the routine as a potential breakthrough for Fishel and show strong support.
Some fans accuse judge Carrie Ann Inaba of bias against Fishel.
The episode also features Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles and actor Corey Feldman, while tensions rise among pro dancers over favoritism.

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Story summary

Danielle Fishel and partner Pasha Pashkov will perform an Argentine Tango to Wicked on Dancing with the Stars on October 21.
Fans view the routine as a potential breakthrough for Fishel and show strong support.
Some fans accuse judge Carrie Ann Inaba of bias against Fishel.
The episode also features Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles and actor Corey Feldman, while tensions rise among pro dancers over favoritism.