Jackson Olson, known for his role with the Savannah Bananas, is set to trade his baseball uniform for dance attire as he prepares to compete on "Dancing with the Stars." Before his ballroom debut, Olson participated in a trivia challenge that touched upon his baseball past, his aspirations, and notable personal connections.
During the quiz, Olson reflected on his childhood admiration for the New York Yankees and his path to playing at Yankee Stadium. He also delved into his experiences with the Savannah Bananas, highlighting significant moments from his time with the exhibition baseball team. The trivia session included questions about his fandom for Disney and various pop culture topics.
Olson also spoke about his relationships, including his friendship with Maggie Sajak, the daughter of "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak, and the experience of meeting her father. He revealed that he had manifested his "Dancing with the Stars" opportunity and discussed his collaboration with professional dancer Emma Slater, who is his partner on the show. Advice from "DWTS" judge Derek Hough and past winner Robert Irwin was also mentioned.
Details emerged about the upcoming season of "Dancing with the Stars," with Season 35 scheduled to premiere with a two-night event on Tuesday, September 15, and Wednesday, September 16, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+. The trivia challenge concluded with Olson attempting to complete a drink while answering questions, adding a unique element to the interview format.