The competitors for Season 35 of the popular TV show “Dancing With The Stars” have been officially revealed. The cast, a mix of well-known personalities from various fields, is gearing up to trade their usual roles for a chance at winning the coveted mirror-ball trophy through dance routines and glitzy costumes.
Among the early confirmed participants were Maura Higgins, Ciara Miller, Jackson Olson, and Guillermo Rodriguez. The roster expanded with the addition of twelve more stars, including familiar faces like Julia Stiles and Jenna Dewan, stepping into the spotlight to showcase their dance skills.
The upcoming season promises a diverse lineup with Hollywood stars, social media influencers, sports figures like Olympians and Paralympians, and even a unique entry in the form of Savannah Bananas exhibition baseball player Jackson Olson, adding an exciting twist to the ballroom competition.
Canadian viewers can catch the action on Disney+ with a double premiere scheduled for September 15 and 16, featuring the full cast paired with professional dancers for the intense dance battles ahead.
Fans have already started sharing their thoughts on social media, expressing mixed opinions about the lineup. Some have highlighted the dance backgrounds of contestants like Jenna Dewan and Harry Shum Jr., known for their extensive experience in the dance world before gracing the TV screens.
Notably, the season will introduce Adele Zaikman, the winner of “Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro,” as a new addition to the professional roster. Furthermore, the show will witness Hailey Bills’ promotion from a troupe member to a pro dancer, marking the third same-sex pairing in the show’s history and hinting at a potential family rivalry with her aunt, pro dancer Jenna Johnson, married to Val Chmerkovskiy.