‘Dancing With the Stars’ Reveals Full Season 34 Cast

New season of Dancing with the Stars premieres live Sept. 16 on ABC and Disney+.

“Dancing With the Stars” is stepping into its milestone 20th anniversary with a star-studded Season 34 cast. The full lineup was announced today on ABC’s Good Morning America. The show introduced a mix of athletes, actors, musicians, and influencers who will compete for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.

The competition returns Tuesday, Sept. 16 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), simulcast live on ABC and Disney+, with next-day streaming available on Hulu. Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough return as cohosts. Joining them are Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough as the judges. The series is produced by BBC Studios.

Season 34 Celebrity Contestants and Partners

• Jen Affleck (The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives) with Jan Ravnik – A social media star with nearly 4 million followers, Affleck rose to fame through her #MomTok content and her Hulu reality series.
• Hilaria Baldwin (author and wellness influencer) with Gleb Savchenko – Entrepreneur, host and mother of seven, Baldwin is known for her books and her TLC reality show The Baldwins.
• Jordan Childs (Olympic gymnast) with Ezra Sosa – A two-time Olympian, Childs helped secure silver in Tokyo and gold in Paris, becoming an inspiration for young athletes worldwide.
• Baron Davis (NBA All-Star) with Britt Stewart – A two-time NBA All-Star turned entrepreneur and media producer, Davis has created documentaries and digital platforms amplifying diverse stories.
• Alix Earle (social media personality) with Val Chmerkovskiy – Known for her “Hot Mess” podcast and her massive online following, Earle is one of today’s most influential digital creators.
• Dylan Efron (producer and reality star) with Daniella Karagach – Brother of Zac Efron, Dylan won Season 3 of The Traitors and co-produced Netflix’s Emmy-winning series Down to Earth with Zac Efron.

• Corey Feldman (actor/musician) with Jenna Johnson – A child star turned pop culture icon, Feldman celebrates 50 years in entertainment and continues to honor The Goonies’ legacy.
• Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World) with Pasha Pashkov – Best known as Topanga, Fishel has since directed hit Disney and NBC shows and co-hosts the Pod Meets World podcast.
• Elaine Hendrix (The Parent Trap, Dynasty) with Alan Bersten – A beloved actress across film, TV, and stage, Hendrix has starred in Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion and Dynasty.
• Scott Hoying (Pentatonix, GRAMMY® winner) with Rylee Arnold – As co-founder of Pentatonix, Hoying is a three-time GRAMMY and Emmy winner, with over 13 million albums sold worldwide.
• Robert Irwin (wildlife conservationist) with Witney Carson – Son of the late Steve Irwin, Robert is a wildlife photographer and TV presenter continuing his family’s conservation legacy.
• Lauren Jauregui (Fifth Harmony) with Brandon Armstrong – A multiplatinum singer-songwriter and activist, Jauregui is preparing her anticipated 2026 solo album.
• Whitney Leavitt (The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives) with Mark Ballas – A breakout star of Hulu’s hit reality show, Leavitt has over 3 million social followers and growing influence.
• Andy Richter (comedian, Conan) with Emma Slater – Best known as Conan O’Brien’s longtime sidekick, Richter is also a film and TV actor and podcast host.

Premiere Details

Season 34 kicks off Tuesday, Sept. 16, marking two decades of dazzling routines, surprise eliminations, and unforgettable performances. With a lineup spanning Olympic champions to pop icons, the ballroom promises one of its most eclectic and competitive seasons yet.

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