The ballroom is getting ready for another star-studded season! The celebrity cast for Dancing With The Stars Season 35 has officially been revealed, with Hollywood actors, athletes, reality TV personalities, musicians, social media stars and more preparing to compete for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.
The full lineup was unveiled live on Good Morning America on Wednesday, September 2. Among the biggest names joining the new season are 10 Things I Hate About You star Julia Stiles, Step Up actress Jenna Dewan, Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air alum Tatyana Ali, celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis and Glee star Harry Shum Jr.
The cast also features Olympic gold medalist Amber Glenn, Paralympic gold medalist Ezra Frech, Hanson musician Taylor Hanson, The Traitors star Maura Higgins, Summer House star Ciara Miller and Bachelorette alum Tyler Cameron.
Dancing With The Stars Season 35 Cast
Here is the complete celebrity lineup for Season 35:
Julia Stiles is heading to the ballroom after a career spanning film and television. She became a household name after playing Kat Stratford in 10 Things I Hate About You and later appeared in projects including Dexter, the Bourne franchise, Mona Lisa Smile, Save The Last Dance and Hustlers. She also made her feature directorial debut with Wish You Were Here in 2025.
Jenna Dewan brings an obvious dance background to the competition. Before becoming widely known for Step Up, Dewan worked as a backup dancer for artists including Janet Jackson, Missy Elliott and Christina Aguilera. She later appeared in shows including Supergirl, The Mindy Project and The Rookie.
Tatyana Ali, best known as Ashley Banks from The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air, is also joining the competition. Her career includes acting, music and Broadway, while she has also appeared in Abbott Elementary and other major projects.
Taylor Hanson of the pop-rock band Hanson is trading the stage for the ballroom. Hanson shot to fame alongside his brothers with the 1997 hit MMMBop and has continued making music over the years. He is also a father of seven.
Ezra Frech, a Paralympic gold medalist and world-record holder, will bring his athletic background to the dance floor. Born with congenital limb differences, Frech has also worked as an advocate, model and motivational speaker.
Amber Glenn is another elite athlete entering the competition. The Olympic gold medalist and three-time U.S. national champion became the first openly LGBTQ+ U.S. women’s figure skating champion and has made history with her triple Axel performances.
Connor Wood, known online as Fibula, is joining the cast as a social media personality and comedian. He also co-hosts Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast and has taken his comedy on tour.
Sarah Jane Nader, actress and model and the sister of former DWTS contestant Brooks Nader, will also compete. She currently stars in Love Thy Nader and works in influencer social responsibility.
Tyler Cameron, who became famous after appearing on The Bachelorette, has since built a career in real estate, construction and home flipping. He is now taking on a very different challenge in the ballroom.
Giada De Laurentiis is swapping her kitchen for the dance floor. The Emmy-winning chef, cookbook author, restaurateur and entrepreneur is best known for her Food Network shows including Everyday Italian and Giada at Home.
Harry Shum Jr. is another contestant with plenty of dance experience. The actor rose to fame as Mike Chang on Glee and previously worked as a backup dancer for artists including Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé and Mariah Carey. He also appeared in the Step Up franchise and Crazy Rich Asians.
Conner Leavitt, husband of The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives star Whitney Leavitt, is also joining the competition. Known online as an “Instagram husband,” he recently made his off-Broadway debut.
Guillermo Rodriguez, Jimmy Kimmel’s longtime sidekick, will also step into the ballroom. Rodriguez worked as a security guard at the studio before becoming a regular face on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and its comedy segments.
Maura Higgins, who finished as runner-up on The Traitors earlier this year, is taking on another reality TV challenge. Higgins first became famous through Love Island and has since expanded into presenting and television work.
Ciara Miller, known for Summer House, is also competing. She has expanded her career beyond reality television into fashion, culture and entertainment hosting.
Jackson Olson, a Savannah Bananas baseball player, entertainer and social media personality, will bring his unconventional sports background to the ballroom. The Savannah Bananas are known for combining baseball with entertainment, dance routines and comedy.
Who Are The Dancing With The Stars Season 35 Pros?
Season 35 will feature several familiar professional dancers, including Daniella Karagach, Mark Ballas, Val Chmerkovskiy and Witney Carson. Sharna Burgess is also returning to the ballroom after last competing on the show in Season 30 in 2021.
The season also introduces new professional dancers, including Adele Zaikman, who won Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro and earned her place in the Season 35 professional lineup.
Among the announced pairings, Jenna Dewan will dance with Val Chmerkovskiy, Guillermo Rodriguez will partner with Witney Carson and Ezra Frech will compete alongside Daniella Karagach.
When Does Dancing With The Stars Season 35 Premiere?
Dancing With The Stars Season 35 will premiere with a special two-night event on Tuesday, September 15, and Wednesday, September 16, at 8 p.m. ET. The show will air on ABC and Disney+, with episodes streaming the following day on Hulu.
