The celebrities have been selected, all that’s left is to master the dance routines.
The lineup for Season 35 of the popular show “Dancing With The Stars” was revealed recently, showcasing a fresh mix of well-known personalities trading their usual roles for sparkling costumes and a chance to win the coveted mirror-ball trophy.
Prior to the official announcement on “Good Morning America,” Maura Higgins, Ciara Miller, Jackson Olson, and Guillermo Rodriguez were already confirmed as part of the cast. Following this, twelve more stars were introduced on the morning show, including Julia Stiles and Jenna Dewan, both known for their acting careers in various movies and TV shows.
The upcoming season promises a diverse array of contestants, ranging from Hollywood heavyweights to social media influencers, an Olympian, a Paralympian, and even a baseball player from the Savannah Bananas team. The competition is set to be intense as they take to the dance floor for an action-packed season.
Viewers in Canada can catch all the excitement on Disney+, with a double premiere scheduled for September 15 and 16.
Here’s a glimpse of the full cast and the professional dancers they will be teamed up with:
– Tatyana Ali from “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” paired with Jan Ravnik
– Tyler Cameron from “The Bachelorette” paired with Sharna Burgess
– Giada De Laurentiis, celebrity chef and Food Network host, paired with Alan Bersten
– Jenna Dewan from “The Rookie” and “Step Up” paired with Val Chmerkovskiy
– Ezra Frech, Paralympian gold medalist, paired with Daniella Karagach
– Amber Glenn, Olympian gold medalist, paired with Pasha Pashkov
– Taylor Hanson, musician, paired with Britt Stewart
– Maura Higgins from “Love Island” and “The Traitors” paired with Mark Ballas
– Conner Leavitt, husband of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Whitney Leavitt, paired with Adele Zaikman
– Ciara Miller from “Summer House” and “Love Island USA: Aftersun” paired with Brandon Armstrong
– Sarah Jane Nader from “Love Thy Nader” paired with Hailey Bills
– Jackson Olson, Savannah Bananas exhibition baseball player, paired with Emma Slater
– Guillermo Rodriguez from “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” paired with Witney Carson
– Harry Shum Jr. from “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Glee,” and “Crazy Rich Asians” paired with Jenna Chmerkovskiy
– Julia Stiles from “10 Things I Hate About You” and “Save The Last Dance” paired with Ezra Sosa
– Connor Wood, comedian and podcaster, paired with Rylee Arnold
Fans have been expressing their opinions on social media about the lineup, with mixed reactions. Some have raised concerns about the dance background of certain contestants, such as Jenna Dewan and Harry Shum Jr., who have extensive experience in the dance industry.
On the other hand, supporters have praised the selection of competitors, especially highlighting Julia Stiles as a standout choice for the show.
In a new twist, the upcoming season will feature the winner of “Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro,” Adele Zaikman, marking her debut as a professional dancer. Additionally, Hailey Bills will make her debut as a pro dancer, continuing the family legacy as the niece of pro dancer Jenna Johnson.