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Alan Bersten's Hanukkah Dance Celebrates Jewish Representation

12/8/2025

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Alan Bersten, a Jewish dancer on Dancing with the Stars, performed a Hanukkah-themed routine on the holiday edition.
His piece featured the hora and dreidel props to represent Jewish viewers.
The holiday special marked a shift to professional dancers, with Bersten's routine a standout.
Bersten expressed hope that Jewish children watching would feel seen and proud, reflecting a broader trend toward authentic Jewish representation in television.

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Story summary

Alan Bersten, a Jewish dancer on Dancing with the Stars, performed a Hanukkah-themed routine on the holiday edition.
His piece featured the hora and dreidel props to represent Jewish viewers.
The holiday special marked a shift to professional dancers, with Bersten's routine a standout.
Bersten expressed hope that Jewish children watching would feel seen and proud, reflecting a broader trend toward authentic Jewish representation in television.