The ballroom is about to get a whole lot brighter as Dancing With the Stars unveils its star-studded cast for Season 31, making its highly anticipated debut on Disney+! Fans are buzzing about which celebrities will be vying for the coveted Mirrorball trophy, and the wait is finally over. From reality TV royalty to acclaimed actors and chart-topping musicians, this season promises a dazzling array of talent ready to light up the dance floor.
Get ready to tune in as Dancing With the Stars Season 31 premieres on Monday, Sept. 19, at 8/7c, exclusively on Disney+. For the first time in several years, the show has given fans a sneak peek by revealing the celebrity and pro dancer pairings in advance. While beloved pros Lindsay Arnold and Sharna Burgess will be missed this season, the exciting return of fan favorites Mark Ballas and Louis van Amstel is sure to ignite the competition.
Let’s dive into the glittering lineup of stars who will be competing for your votes and the Mirrorball trophy on Dancing With the Stars Season 31!
Joseph Baena
Joseph Baena DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Joseph Baena strikes a pose in a promotional image for Dancing With the Stars season 31.
Age: 24
Known For: Making waves in bodybuilding competitions and fitness modeling, Joseph Baena is also widely recognized as the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Pro Partner: Daniella Karagach, the reigning Mirrorball champion from Season 30.
Selma Blair
Selma Blair DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Actress Selma Blair smiles warmly in a promotional shot for Dancing With the Stars season 31.
Age: 50
Known For: A celebrated actress known for her iconic roles in films like Cruel Intentions, Legally Blonde, and Hellboy. Selma Blair has also garnered acclaim for her television work in Anger Management and The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story.
Pro Partner: Sasha Farber, a seasoned pro who has reached the finals in Seasons 26 and 28.
Wayne Brady
Wayne Brady DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Wayne Brady, a charismatic television personality, poses for a photo announcing his participation in Dancing With the Stars season 31.
Age: 50
Known For: The incredibly versatile Wayne Brady is a Daytime Emmy Award-winning television personality best known for hosting CBS’ Let’s Make a Deal. His impressive career spans television, including Whose Line Is It Anyway? and Broadway hits like Kinky Boots and Chicago.
Pro Partner: Witney Carson, a Mirrorball winner from Season 19.
Sam Champion
Sam Champion DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: TV weatherman Sam Champion smiles confidently in his Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast photo.
Age: 61
Known For: America wakes up to Sam Champion’s weather forecasts as the resident weather anchor for Good Morning America and WABC-TV New York.
Pro Partner: Cheryl Burke, a dance floor legend and two-time Mirrorball winner from Seasons 2 and 3.
Charli D’Amelio
Charli D’Amelio DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Social media sensation Charli D’Amelio poses in a stylish outfit for her Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast announcement.
Age: 18
Known For: TikTok superstar Charli D’Amelio has taken the internet by storm with her dance videos and now stars in Hulu’s docuseries The D’Amelio Show.
Pro Partner: Mark Ballas, a returning pro and two-time Mirrorball champion from Seasons 6 and 8.
Heidi D’Amelio
Heidi D’Amelio DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Heidi D’Amelio, known from The D’Amelio Show, poses for her Dancing With the Stars season 31 promotional picture.
Age: 50
Known For: Heidi D’Amelio stars alongside her daughters in The D’Amelio Show on Hulu and is the mother of social media icons Charli and Dixie D’Amelio.
Pro Partner: Artem Chigvintsev, a Mirrorball winner from Season 29.
Jessie James Decker
Jessie James Decker DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Country singer Jessie James Decker is pictured in her official Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast photo.
Age: 34
Known For: Country music star Jessie James Decker has captivated audiences with hits like “I Look So Good (Without You)” and “Should Have Known Better.” She also starred in the E! docuseries Eric & Jessie: Game On.
Pro Partner: Alan Bersten, a Mirrorball winner from Season 28.
Trevor Donovan
Trevor Donovan DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Actor Trevor Donovan poses in a casual yet stylish look for his Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast photo.
Age: 41
Known For: Trevor Donovan is recognized for his roles in popular television series including 90210, Days of Our Lives, and Melissa & Joey.
Pro Partner: Emma Slater, a Mirrorball champion from Season 24.
Daniel Durant
Daniel Durant DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Actor Daniel Durant, star of CODA, is featured in a promotional image for Dancing With the Stars season 31.
Age: 32
Known For: Daniel Durant starred in the 2022 Best Picture Oscar winner CODA and has showcased his talent on Freeform’s Switched at Birth and Broadway’s Spring Awakening revival. He is Dancing With the Stars‘ third deaf contestant, bringing representation and inspiration to the show.
Pro Partner: Britt Stewart.
Teresa Giudice
Teresa Giudice DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Reality TV star Teresa Giudice, from The Real Housewives of New Jersey, is pictured in her Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast photo.
Age: 50
Known For: Teresa Giudice is a fan-favorite personality from Bravo’s hit reality series The Real Housewives of New Jersey.
Pro Partner: Pasha Pashkov.
Vinny Guadagnino
Vinny Guadagnino DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Jersey Shore’s Vinny Guadagnino strikes a pose in his official Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast photo.
Age: 34
Known For: Vinny Guadagnino rose to fame on MTV’s Jersey Shore and its revival Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, as well as Double Shot at Love.
Pro Partner: Koko Iwasaki, a new pro dancer joining DWTS for the first time.
Cheryl Ladd
Cheryl Ladd DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Iconic actress Cheryl Ladd smiles radiantly in a promotional image for Dancing With the Stars season 31.
Age: 71
Known For: Cheryl Ladd is an iconic actress best known for her role in Charlie’s Angels, as well as Las Vegas, Poison Ivy, and Permanent Midnight.
Pro Partner: Louis van Amstel, a returning pro dancer and finalist in Season 9.
Jason Lewis
Jason Lewis DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: Actor Jason Lewis, known for Sex and the City, is pictured in his official Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast photo.
Age: 51
Known For: Jason Lewis is widely recognized for his role in Sex and the City, as well as Brothers & Sisters and Midnight, Texas.
Pro Partner: Peta Murgatroyd, a two-time Mirrorball winner from Seasons 14 and 22.
Shangela
Shangela DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: RuPaul’s Drag Race star Shangela poses dramatically for her Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast announcement.
Age: 40
Known For: Shangela is a celebrated drag queen who gained fame on RuPaul’s Drag Race and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars. She also co-hosts HBO’s docuseries We’re Here. Making history, Shangela is the first drag queen to compete on Dancing With the Stars paired with a male partner.
Pro Partner: Gleb Savchenko.
Jordin Sparks
Jordin Sparks DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: American Idol winner Jordin Sparks poses confidently in her Dancing With the Stars season 31 cast photo.
Age: 32
Known For: Jordin Sparks soared to fame as the winner of American Idol Season 6 and has released hit songs like “No Air” and “Tattoo.” She has also graced the Broadway stage in In the Heights and Waitress.
Pro Partner: Brandon Armstrong.
Gabby Windey
Gabby Windey DWTS Season 31 Cast
Image: The Bachelorette star Gabby Windey poses for a promotional image announcing her participation in Dancing With the Stars season 31.
Age: 31
Known For: Gabby Windey captured hearts on The Bachelor Season 26 and is currently co-leading The Bachelorette Season 19.
Pro Partner: Val Chmerkovskiy, a seasoned pro and two-time Mirrorball winner from Seasons 20 and 23.
This season of Dancing With the Stars promises to be unforgettable with this dynamic cast of celebrities. Who are you most excited to see hit the dance floor? Get ready to vote and witness the magic unfold on Disney+!
