Brooks Nader Doesn’t Hold Back On Gleb Savchenko’s Alleged 'DWTS' Firing

Brooks Nader is setting the record straight after rumors swirled that she was responsible for her ex-boyfriend, Gleb Savchenko, being booted from "Dancing with the Stars." Gleb recently revealed he wasn’t invited back for season 34 of the hit ABC ballroom competition, sparking speculation about whether his off-the-floor romance with Brooks played a role in his departure. The two were linked during their time on the show last year, but rumors soon began to swirl that Brooks' accusation that he was cheating was the final straw that led producers to cut ties. Gleb Savchenko has denied the cheating allegations, and now Brooks Nader is publicly pushing back against the idea that she’s to blame.

The 28-year-old model was spotted stepping out in Los Angeles on August 20 with her sisters, turning heads in a striking hot pink dress. But when paparazzi asked her about Gleb’s firing, Brooks didn’t hold back.

Photographer Melanie Miller asked her point-blank if she thought she was responsible for Gleb’s exit. Brooks’ reply was short and cutting, claiming, “He got himself fired, probably.” When pressed on whether she thought the firing was deserved, she doubled down with, “For sure.”

A source previously told The Sun that Gleb’s firing wasn’t tied to just one issue, but Brooks’ accusations allegedly tipped the scales. “Gleb was fired from 'Dancing with the Stars' for a number of reasons, but Brooks's accusation of cheating was the final straw,” the insider claimed.

The professional dancer has remained firm in his denial, insisting he didn’t cheat during their relationship. But regardless of the circumstances, the show has seemingly chosen to move forward without him.

As fans know, last season, Gleb was partnered with Brooks and the chemistry between them quickly sparked romance rumors.

The pair grew close during their run on the show, never outright confirming a romance but frequently fueling speculation with playful chemistry and flirty exchanges. In fact, the two were even caught kissing backstage during rehearsals, though neither one of them ever addressed that moment head-on.

"When we get to dance with each other for five hours a day, and we're so close and personal and she looks like that, we just kind of develop that kind of chemistry," Gleb told PEOPLE after the video made its rounds. "It's natural, and it's awesome. We're hanging out and it's just having a good time, living life."

After their elimination in October, the two confirmed they were no longer in contact, though they reconciled just weeks later in time for the finale in November. But the rollercoaster romance officially came to an end this past April.

In the weeks after their split, both Brooks and Gleb took to TikTok with cryptic posts hinting at their state of mind. Brooks shared a lighthearted video of her parents showing up with hugs and flowers, overlaying the clip with the words “Just needed mom & dad.”

Gleb, meanwhile, posted a more defiant message, lip-syncing to an audio that said, “To everyone who watches my life and gossips about it, don’t give up. Season 2 is about to come out.” He capped the video with a wink and a cowboy hat, fueling even more speculation about the drama between the former couple.

While the drama around Gleb’s exit continues, "DWTS" season 34 is already building anticipation with a new slate of stars ready to take the ballroom floor. Some rumored contestants have been spotted sneaking into rehearsals in disguise, but two names are already confirmed.

First up is Jen Affleck, one of the breakout personalities from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." During the season 2 reunion, host Nick Viall revealed that Jen would officially be joining the "DWTS" cast, a moment that Taylor Frankie Paul admitted was long overdue.

“It’s her dream, since she was little,” Taylor shared. While Jen isn’t related to Ben Affleck and doesn’t have any formal dance experience, she’s no stranger to performing for her social media followers, thanks to her viral TikTok dance challenges.

Affleck will be joined by fellow "Mormon Wives" alum Whitney Leavitt, who became infamous as the show’s “villain.” Unlike Jen, Whitney does have years of experience to back her up. Her lifelong dance background, combined with her massive TikTok following, could make her a formidable competitor in the ballroom.

With the rest of the cast still under wraps, fans are buzzing about which stars will round out the lineup. For now, though, the addition of two "Mormon Wives" personalities has already set the stage for one of the most talked-about seasons yet.