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Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars Reveals Full Cast and Premiere Date
On September 2, Good Morning America lit up the screen with the full cast announcement for Dancing With the Stars Season 35, marking the show’s 35th year of pairing celebrities with professional ballroom dancers. The lineup features 16 couples, and the season will premiere on ABC and Disney+ on September 15, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET, with the following episode available on Hulu the next day.
Early confirmations had already built anticipation: Ciara Miller, Maura Higgins, Jackson Olson, and Guillermo Rodriguez were among the names revealed in teasers leading up to the live event. In addition, Bachelor Nation alum Tyler Cameron, Step Up actress Jenna Dewan, Sarah Jane Nader (sister of Brooks Nader), and Conner Leavitt, husband of Whitney Leavitt, joined the roster. The full list also includes Julia Stiles, Harry Shum Jr., and other high‑profile figures.
Each celebrity is paired with a professional dancer: - Tatyana Ali – Jan Ravnik - Tyler Cameron – Sharna Burgess - Giada De Laurentiis – Alan Bersten - Jenna Dewan – Val Chmerkovskiy - Ezra Frech – Daniella Karagach - Amber Glenn – Pasha Pashkov - Taylor Hanson – Britt Stewart - Maura Higgins – Mark Ballas - Conner Leavitt – Adele Zaikman - Ciara Miller – Brandon Armstrong - Sarah Jane Nader – Hailey Bills - Jackson Olson – Emma Slater - Guillermo Rodriguez – Witney Carson - Harry Shum Jr. – Jenna Johnson - Julia Stiles – Ezra Sosa - Connor Wood – Rylee Arnold
The inclusion of Adele Zaikman follows her victory in Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro, a spin‑off competition that selects new pro dancers for the main series. According to reports, Zaikman won the July 2026 season of the spin‑off, earning a spot on the Season 35 roster.
The season’s premiere will be a two‑night event: ABC and Disney+ will air the first episode on Tuesday, September 15, and a second episode on Wednesday, September 16, both at 8 p.m. ET. Viewers who prefer streaming can catch the episodes on Hulu the day after they air on broadcast.
Alfonso Ribeiro will host the show, with Julianne Hough returning as co‑host. Season 35 follows the franchise’s return to a simultaneous broadcast and streaming model that began in 2023. The format continues to pair celebrities from diverse backgrounds—actors, musicians, athletes, reality‑TV personalities, and social‑media creators—with professional dancers who guide them through ballroom and Latin routines. Judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli will score performances, while audience votes determine weekly eliminations.
The cast brings a blend of star power and varied experience. Tatyana Ali, a former Fresh Prince of Bel‑Air star and current actress on Abbott Elementary, steps onto the dance floor. Tyler Cameron, a former Bachelorette contestant and real‑estate entrepreneur, adds a different flair. Giada De Laurentiis, the chef behind Everyday Italian, brings culinary charisma. Jenna Dewan, who transitioned from Step Up to starring on The Rookie, adds cinematic edge. Ezra Frech, a two‑time Paralympic gold medalist and motivational speaker, brings inspirational energy. Amber Glenn, an Olympic figure‑skating champion, showcases athletic grace. Taylor Hanson, musician and founder of the band Hanson, delivers musical rhythm.
Reality‑TV personalities Maura Higgins, runner‑up on The Traitors, and Conner Leavitt, known from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, bring grit to the competition. Social‑media creators Connor Wood and Julia Stiles add star power and a digital‑savvy presence.
With the cast announced and the premiere date set, Season 35 is poised to capture viewers across broadcast, streaming, and social‑media platforms. The schedule, combined with the diverse roster, suggests a broad appeal that spans multiple audience segments. Viewers can expect the first episode to air on September 15, with subsequent episodes following weekly until the season’s conclusion.
The season will also continue the franchise’s tradition of live broadcasts, which may influence viewership patterns and advertising revenue. As the show moves into its 35th season, stakeholders will monitor ratings, audience engagement, and the impact of the new pro dancer, Adele Zaikman, on the competition’s dynamics.
Overall, the Season 35 cast reveal provides a comprehensive view of the upcoming competition, highlighting the mix of talent, the professional partnerships, and the broadcast strategy that will shape the show’s trajectory in the 2026 television landscape.
Early confirmations had already built anticipation: Ciara Miller, Maura Higgins, Jackson Olson, and Guillermo Rodriguez were among the names revealed in teasers leading up to the live event. In addition, Bachelor Nation alum Tyler Cameron, Step Up actress Jenna Dewan, Sarah Jane Nader (sister of Brooks Nader), and Conner Leavitt, husband of Whitney Leavitt, joined the roster. The full list also includes Julia Stiles, Harry Shum Jr., and other high‑profile figures.
Each celebrity is paired with a professional dancer: - Tatyana Ali – Jan Ravnik - Tyler Cameron – Sharna Burgess - Giada De Laurentiis – Alan Bersten - Jenna Dewan – Val Chmerkovskiy - Ezra Frech – Daniella Karagach - Amber Glenn – Pasha Pashkov - Taylor Hanson – Britt Stewart - Maura Higgins – Mark Ballas - Conner Leavitt – Adele Zaikman - Ciara Miller – Brandon Armstrong - Sarah Jane Nader – Hailey Bills - Jackson Olson – Emma Slater - Guillermo Rodriguez – Witney Carson - Harry Shum Jr. – Jenna Johnson - Julia Stiles – Ezra Sosa - Connor Wood – Rylee Arnold
The inclusion of Adele Zaikman follows her victory in Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro, a spin‑off competition that selects new pro dancers for the main series. According to reports, Zaikman won the July 2026 season of the spin‑off, earning a spot on the Season 35 roster.
The season’s premiere will be a two‑night event: ABC and Disney+ will air the first episode on Tuesday, September 15, and a second episode on Wednesday, September 16, both at 8 p.m. ET. Viewers who prefer streaming can catch the episodes on Hulu the day after they air on broadcast.
Alfonso Ribeiro will host the show, with Julianne Hough returning as co‑host. Season 35 follows the franchise’s return to a simultaneous broadcast and streaming model that began in 2023. The format continues to pair celebrities from diverse backgrounds—actors, musicians, athletes, reality‑TV personalities, and social‑media creators—with professional dancers who guide them through ballroom and Latin routines. Judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli will score performances, while audience votes determine weekly eliminations.
The cast brings a blend of star power and varied experience. Tatyana Ali, a former Fresh Prince of Bel‑Air star and current actress on Abbott Elementary, steps onto the dance floor. Tyler Cameron, a former Bachelorette contestant and real‑estate entrepreneur, adds a different flair. Giada De Laurentiis, the chef behind Everyday Italian, brings culinary charisma. Jenna Dewan, who transitioned from Step Up to starring on The Rookie, adds cinematic edge. Ezra Frech, a two‑time Paralympic gold medalist and motivational speaker, brings inspirational energy. Amber Glenn, an Olympic figure‑skating champion, showcases athletic grace. Taylor Hanson, musician and founder of the band Hanson, delivers musical rhythm.
Reality‑TV personalities Maura Higgins, runner‑up on The Traitors, and Conner Leavitt, known from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, bring grit to the competition. Social‑media creators Connor Wood and Julia Stiles add star power and a digital‑savvy presence.
With the cast announced and the premiere date set, Season 35 is poised to capture viewers across broadcast, streaming, and social‑media platforms. The schedule, combined with the diverse roster, suggests a broad appeal that spans multiple audience segments. Viewers can expect the first episode to air on September 15, with subsequent episodes following weekly until the season’s conclusion.
The season will also continue the franchise’s tradition of live broadcasts, which may influence viewership patterns and advertising revenue. As the show moves into its 35th season, stakeholders will monitor ratings, audience engagement, and the impact of the new pro dancer, Adele Zaikman, on the competition’s dynamics.
Overall, the Season 35 cast reveal provides a comprehensive view of the upcoming competition, highlighting the mix of talent, the professional partnerships, and the broadcast strategy that will shape the show’s trajectory in the 2026 television landscape.
