The celebrity lineup for Season 35 of the popular show “Dancing With The Stars” has been officially revealed, bringing together a diverse group of well-known personalities who will swap their regular roles for dance routines and a chance to win the coveted mirror-ball trophy.
Prior to the official announcement on “Good Morning America,” the cast already included Maura Higgins, Ciara Miller, Jackson Olson, and Guillermo Rodriguez. The subsequent reveal on the ABC morning show introduced twelve more stars, such as Julia Stiles and Jenna Dewan, who will showcase their dance skills alongside professional partners.
The upcoming season promises an eclectic mix of participants, ranging from Hollywood heavyweights to social media influencers, an Olympian, a Paralympian, and even a unique addition in the form of Savannah Bananas exhibition baseball player Jackson Olson. The show, available in Canada on Disney+, is set to premiere with a double episode on September 15 and 16.
The full cast list includes familiar faces like Tatyana Ali, Tyler Cameron, Giada De Laurentiis, Ezra Frech, Amber Glenn, Taylor Hanson, Conner Leavitt, Sarah Jane Nader, Guillermo Rodriguez, Harry Shum Jr., Julia Stiles, Connor Wood, among others, each paired with a professional dancer for the competition.
Fans on social media have expressed varied opinions about the lineup, especially highlighting the dance background of Jenna Dewan and Harry Shum Jr., who bring significant experience to the show. While some fans have raised concerns about their advantage, others have praised the selection of contestants, particularly lauding Julia Stiles for her involvement in the upcoming season.
Additionally, the new season will introduce Adele Zaikman as the winner of “Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro,” marking a significant debut for the aspiring dancer. Furthermore, Hailey Bills will step up as a pro dancer this season, creating a unique family dynamic as the niece of pro Jenna Johnson, who is married to fellow pro Val Chmerkovskiy.
This season of “Dancing With The Stars” promises thrilling performances, fierce competition, and heartwarming moments as the stars take to the dance floor with their partners in pursuit of the coveted mirror-ball trophy.
