Ousted Dancer Jackson Olson Shares Sajak Video
Former Dancing With the Stars contestant Jackson Olson posted a clip with Pat Sajak after his October 27 elimination.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Dancing
Jackson Olson, who was eliminated from Dancing With the Stars on October 27, posted a social media video in which Pat Sajak watches him dance with a confused look, with the clip mouthing a scene from Gilmore Girls. Olson and Maggie Sajak went public with their relationship earlier this year, and Olson said in May that he had already met Pat Sajak.
Why it matters
For fans of the show, the clip offers a light look at the personal relationships that often form around televised competitions. It is a lifestyle story rather than a health development, so its main relevance is to viewers who follow the program.
The information comes from a social media video posted by Olson and from his prior public comments about meeting Pat Sajak in May. No independent verification of the relationship details is included in the source material.
The players
Jackson Olson
A former Dancing With the Stars contestant who was eliminated on October 27 and is in a relationship with Maggie Sajak.
Pat Sajak
Longtime former host of Wheel of Fortune who appears in Olson's video.
Maggie Sajak
Daughter of Pat Sajak who lives in Los Angeles and has a relationship with Olson.
Dancing With the Stars
A long-running televised ballroom dance competition in which Olson competed this season.
The details
Olson posted a video showing Pat Sajak watching him dance with a confused expression, and the clip mouths a line from Gilmore Girls. Olson was sent home in a double elimination with Tyler Cameron during the October 27 episode of Dancing With the Stars. Olson and Maggie Sajak, who lives in Los Angeles, went public with their relationship earlier this year.
Timeline
May: Olson said he had already met Pat Sajak.
October 27: Olson was eliminated in a double elimination with Tyler Cameron.
November 24: Olson and other eliminated contestants return for the Dancing With the Stars finale.
Health Landscape
Televised dance competitions such as Dancing With the Stars have been a long-running form of popular recreational entertainment. Dance is also widely discussed in public health as a social and physical activity, though this story is about the entertainment program rather than a health finding.
This story has no direct health implications. Readers who enjoy dancing as a hobby may find the show's season a reason to explore the activity, and anyone considering a new physical activity should talk with a doctor about what suits them.
The takeaway
Televised dance programs can spark interest in dance as a recreational activity. Those looking to start dancing for fitness or enjoyment may find local classes a practical first step, and a conversation with a physician is worthwhile before beginning any new exercise routine.
What happens next
The Dancing With the Stars finale on November 24 will feature Olson and the other eliminated contestants returning to the stage.
Further reading
For more on the art and activity behind the show, browse our Dancing section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TV Insider.
