Danielle Fishel Feels She Wouldn’t Have Appreciated Doing DWTS As Much Before Now@extra_tv Danielle Fishel talks finding JOY in her #DWTS journey after battling cancer last year. Fishel acknowledged she has experienced some physical changes after her cancer diagnosis. She is on medications she needs to take because of the cancer, and they have side effects that can cause challenges. “Dancing with the Stars” fans are loving Fishel this season. Fans on TikTok also commented on Fishel’s partner for “Dancing with the Stars,” Pasha Pashkov, and how perfect he is for her.