DWTS Pros Adele Zaikman & Allen Genkin's Romance Heats Up

Adele Zaikman and Allen Genkin, who first met on "Dancing With the Stars: Next Pro," have confirmed their romantic relationship. Zaikman, who won the inaugural season of the ABC spinoff in July 2025, secured a professional dancer position on the main "DWTS" series.

Fans began speculating about their romance after the "Next Pro" finale. Zaikman addressed the rumors in September 2026 on a podcast, expressing her affection for Genkin. Later, "Us Weekly" broke the news of their confirmed relationship.

The couple's connection deepened after the show. In September 2025, they co-taught a dance workshop in Los Angeles, with Zaikman sharing her gratitude on Instagram. Genkin also spoke highly of Zaikman on a podcast, calling her "one of a kind."

Genkin publicly confirmed their romance on September 27, 2025, posting a heartfelt birthday message to Zaikman. He called her his "queen" and stated that meeting her was the "best thing that has happened to me from dwts tnp." Zaikman later referred to Genkin as her boyfriend in an Instagram video in October 2026.