Season 34 of “Dancing with the Stars” was one of the best. Robert Irwin and Witney Carson set the stage on fire and made fans eager to tune in week after week. In April, host Alfonso Ribeiro announced the show’s return for Season 35.
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“We celebrated its 20th anniversary while undeniably reclaiming its status in the culture,” Alfonso said.
Not only was the season a success, but Robert and Witney received the most votes in the show’s history. This positioned “DWTS” very well for Season 35.
“DWTS” Season 35 Has an Incredible Cast
On September 2, 2026, ABC announced the Season 35 cast of “DWTS,” and it’s packed with talent. Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough will return as co-hosts along with Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli as judges. The celebrity and pro pairings are amazing.
Julia Styles and Ezra Sosa
Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy
Tatyana Ali and Jan Ravnik
Taylor Hanson and Britt Stewart
Ezra French and Daniella Karagach
Amber Glenn and Pasha Pashkov
Connor Wood and Rylee Arnold
Sarah Jane Nader and Hailey Bills
Tyler Cameron and Sharna Burgess
Giada DeLaurentiis and Alen Bersten
Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Chmerkovskiy
Conner Leavitt and Adele Zaikman
Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson
Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas
Ciara Miller and Brandon Armstrong
Jackson Olson and Emma Slater
Seeing the “DWTS” Season 35 cast got people very excited.
“How are more people not talking about JULIA STILES?!?!!!! I’m praying they do a “Save the Last Dance” remake dance,” a fan wrote.
“Got so excited about Connor and the fact he’s partnered with Adele. AHHH. They’re going to KILL IT. Their dance are going to be next level, I already know,” another person added.
This person cannot wait. “Omg! Omg! Omg!!! Every swipe was juicier.”
“DWTS” Season 35 debuts September 15 and September 16 on ABC and Disney+, and will stream the next day on Hulu.
This story’s featured image is by CARRIE ANN INABA, DEREK HOUGH, ALFONSO RIBEIRO, BRUNO TONIOL
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