The anticipation is over! The celebrity lineup for “Dancing with the Stars” season 33 has been officially announced, promising another season of dazzling performances, fierce competition, and unforgettable moments in the ballroom. Get ready to tune in on Tuesday, September 17th, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC as a fresh batch of stars lace up their dancing shoes, all vying for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.
This season’s cast, revealed exclusively on “Good Morning America,” is a vibrant mix of actors, athletes, reality TV personalities, and even a notorious figure from the headlines. Let’s dive into the star-studded roster and meet the celebrities who will be lighting up our screens this fall.
Phaedra Parks
Phaedra Parks, “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star, ready to bring her sassy moves to Dancing with the Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Val Chmerkovskiy
Phaedra Parks, known for her captivating presence on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” is trading reality TV drama for ballroom glamour. A lawyer, businesswoman, and reality TV veteran, Phaedra is no stranger to the spotlight. After captivating audiences on “The Traitors,” she’s set to return to “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” for its 16th season, and now, she’s adding “Dancing with the Stars” contestant to her impressive resume. Parks playfully warned her competitors on “GMA,” hinting at a fierce determination to win the Mirrorball Trophy.
Danny Amendola
Former NFL Wide Receiver Danny Amendola showcases his touchdown dance moves, now aiming for ballroom glory on DWTS Season 33.
Pro Partner: Witney Carson
From the gridiron to the ballroom, former NFL star Danny Amendola is set to tackle a new challenge. A Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots, Amendola spent 13 seasons in the NFL as a wide receiver before retiring in 2022. Since then, he’s explored reality TV with “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test” and even coached for the Las Vegas Raiders. Amendola humorously demonstrated his touchdown dance on “Good Morning America,” giving fans a sneak peek of his potential on the dance floor. He even received a supportive video message from former teammate Rob Gronkowski, urging him to bring his “playoff energy” to the competition.
Joey Graziadei
Bachelor Nation’s Joey Graziadei, fresh from finding love, steps into the Dancing With The Stars ballroom for Season 33.
Pro Partner: Jenna Johnson
Joey Graziadei, a familiar face to Bachelor Nation, is waltzing his way onto “Dancing with the Stars.” Known for his time on Charity Lawson’s season of “The Bachelorette” and as the leading man in “The Bachelor” season 28, tennis coach Graziadei is ready for a different kind of competition. He acknowledged the pressure to follow in the footsteps of successful Bachelor alumni on the show but expressed his determination to reach the finale, telling “GMA” that’s his ultimate goal.
Ilona Maher
Olympian Ilona Maher, rugby star and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model, trades the field for the dance floor on DWTS Season 33.
Pro Partner: Alan Bersten
Olympian and rugby star Ilona Maher is bringing her athletic prowess to the ballroom. Fresh off winning a bronze medal with the U.S. women’s rugby team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Maher is also the digital cover star for the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. An advocate for body positivity and women’s sports, Maher is ready for the challenges of “Dancing with the Stars,” admitting to “GMA” that she anticipates it being “really tough and stressful,” despite her Olympic achievements.
Chandler Kinney
Disney Channel and Pretty Little Liars star Chandler Kinney brings her acting and childhood dance experience to Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Brandon Armstrong
Actress Chandler Kinney, known for her roles in Disney’s “Zombies” franchise and “Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin” and “Summer School,” is adding dancer to her repertoire. Kinney revealed to “GMA” that she has a background in dance from her childhood, which might give her a competitive edge. She expressed both nervousness and excitement about joining the cast, praising the talent of the other celebrities and professional dancers involved in “Dancing with the Stars.”
Anna Delvey
Anna Delvey, the infamous “fake heiress” of “Inventing Anna” fame, is set to cha-cha her way through Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Ezra Sosa
Anna “Delvey” Sorokin, the infamous “fake heiress” who inspired the Netflix hit “Inventing Anna,” is perhaps the most unexpected addition to the “Dancing with the Stars” season 33 cast. Convicted of financial crimes in 2019, Delvey’s story has captivated the public. When questioned by “GMA” about what viewers should expect, Delvey cheekily responded, “How good I am at cha-cha,” suggesting a surprising level of confidence heading into the competition.
Eric Roberts
Veteran actor Eric Roberts, known for his dramatic roles, steps outside his comfort zone for Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Britt Stewart
Veteran actor Eric Roberts, known for his roles in “King of the Gypsies,” “Star 80,” and “Runaway Train,” is taking on a role unlike any other. With Golden Globe and Oscar nominations under his belt, Roberts admitted to “GMA” that joining “Dancing with the Stars” is “like a mile and a half” outside of his comfort zone. Adding a touch of family drama, Roberts revealed that his family, including his sister Julia Roberts and daughter Emma Roberts, were finding out about his participation in real-time during the announcement.
Brooks Nader
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Brooks Nader transitions from the runway to the ballroom for Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Gleb Savchencko
Model Brooks Nader, a familiar face from the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, is swapping the runway for the dance floor. Nader, who won the Swim Search open casting call in 2019 and graced the cover of the magazine in a “Baywatch”-inspired shoot in 2023, told “GMA” that while she has some high school dance experience, “Dancing with the Stars” will be “a new challenge” she’s excited to embrace.
Reginald VelJohnson
TV Dad icon Reginald VelJohnson, best known from Family Matters and Die Hard, surprises audiences on Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Emma Slater
Reginald VelJohnson, beloved for his iconic TV dad roles as Carl Winslow on “Family Matters” and police officer Al Powell in “Die Hard,” is ready to surprise audiences with his dance moves. A familiar face on television for decades, VelJohnson’s participation is one of the most unexpected and delightful reveals of the season. He playfully teased “GMA” that “America is going to be shocked” by his ballroom debut.
Tori Spelling
Beverly Hills 90210 star Tori Spelling follows in castmate footsteps to compete on Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Pasha Pashkov
Tori Spelling, best known as Donna Martin from “Beverly Hills, 90210,” is bringing her star power to “Dancing with the Stars.” Having starred in numerous films and authored a New York Times bestseller, Spelling is no stranger to the entertainment industry. She shared with “GMA” that former “90210” castmate Brian Austin Green, a DWTS alum himself, offered encouragement. Spelling also mentioned the late Shannen Doherty, another “90210” star and DWTS contestant, saying she knows Doherty will be “watching over” her.
Jenn Tran
The Bachelorette’s Jenn Tran trades roses for rhythm as she joins the cast of Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Sasha Farber
Jenn Tran, fresh off her journey as “The Bachelorette,” is trading roses for dance shoes. As the lead of “The Bachelorette” season 21 and the first Asian American lead in the franchise, Tran is no stranger to high-pressure situations. Despite a dramatic finale and recent heartbreak, Tran told “GMA” that her experience on “The Bachelorette” will fuel her ambition on “Dancing with the Stars,” declaring she’s “out for blood” and “ready” to conquer the ballroom.
Dwight Howard
NBA Champion Dwight Howard brings his athletic prowess and lifelong love of dance to Dancing With The Stars Season 33.
Pro Partner: Daniella Karagach
NBA champion Dwight Howard is bringing his towering presence and athletic background to “Dancing with the Stars.” With 18 seasons in the NBA, including a championship win with the Los Angeles Lakers, and currently playing professional basketball in Taiwan, Howard is a global basketball star. Despite his extensive athletic career, Howard admitted to “GMA” that while he’s “been dancing my whole life,” ballroom dancing is a completely new territory. He expressed confidence in his pro partner Daniella Karagach, stating he will “trust her, follow her lead, and have a lot of fun.”
Stephen Nedoroscik
Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik, pommel horse specialist and Paris 2024 medalist, takes on a different kind of athletic challenge on DWTS Season 33.
Pro Partner: Rylee Arnold
Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik, a pommel horse specialist and medalist at the 2024 Paris Olympics, is trading gymnastics for ballroom dance. With four U.S. pommel horse titles, Nedoroscik is a decorated athlete accustomed to high-pressure competition. However, he confessed to “GMA” that he’s “really nervous” about “Dancing with the Stars,” even more so than the Olympics, due to his lack of dance experience. He humorously compared the Olympic stage to the dance floor, saying he’ll “find out when I step out onto the ballroom floor” which challenge is greater.
“Dancing with the Stars” season 33 is set to premiere on Tuesday, September 17th, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+, and will be available for streaming on Hulu the following day. Get ready for a season of surprises, stunning performances, and fierce competition as these celebrities vie for the Mirrorball Trophy!
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