DWTS pro Jenna Johnson breaks nose, still dances salsa to 29/30
The gist
DWTS pro Jenna Johnson broke her nose during camera blocking, then danced a salsa scored 29/30.
The two-time champion stayed in the Season 35 quarterfinal despite the injury.
How it unfolded
- Nov 9, 2026Johnson said she broke her nose during camera blocking for the next live show.
- Nov 10, 2026She revealed the injury in an Instagram and TikTok video showing swelling on the right side of her nose, captioned "Salsa: 1 Jenna's Nose: 0. Happy Show Day."
- Nov 10, 2026Johnson posted an Instagram Story from the hair and makeup chair, smiling and giving a thumbs up; she and Shum were set to perform a salsa to "Die with a Smile" on the "Grammy Night" episode.
Key terms
- camera blocking
- The planned arrangement and positioning of performers and cameras for a filmed or televised performance.
- salsa
- A popular Latin American partner dance performed to salsa music, with several distinct regional styles.
Source: Wikipedia