The stage is set, the music is ready, and a dazzling lineup of celebrities is preparing to compete for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy in season 33 of “Dancing with the Stars” (DWTS). Set your reminders for Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, as this season promises to be unforgettable.
“Good Morning America” had the exclusive reveal, announcing the complete roster of famous faces ready to grace the ballroom floor alongside their professional dance partners. This season’s Contestants Dancing With The Stars bring a mix of talent, charisma, and competitive spirit, ensuring a season packed with entertainment.
The Stars Aligning on the Dance Floor
This season’s celebrity contestants dancing with the stars are a diverse group, ranging from reality TV royalty to acclaimed actors and decorated athletes. Prepare to be captivated by “Real Housewives” icon Phaedra Parks, “Beverly Hills, 90210” star Tori Spelling, and the intriguing Anna Delvey, known for her notorious escapades.
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Image of professional Dancing with the Stars dancers Val Chmerkovskiy, Jenna Johnson, and Britt Stewart, representing the expert guidance contestants will receive.]
Adding to the star power, Bachelor Nation favorites Joey Graziadei and Jenn Tran will trade roses for routines, while actors Eric Roberts, Reginald VelJohnson, and Chandler Kinney bring their theatrical flair to the dance floor. Athletic prowess will be on display with Danny Amendola and Dwight Howard, alongside Olympians Ilona Maher and Stephen Nedoroscik, and model Brooks Nader rounding out this stellar cast of contestants dancing with the stars.
Returning to guide us through the glitz and glamour are co-hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, joining the esteemed judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough. Mark your calendars for the premiere of season 33 on Tuesday, September 17th, airing on ABC.
Get ready to meet the celebrities who will be contestants dancing with the stars this season, along with their pro partners:
Phaedra Parks
Phaedra Parks, renowned reality TV personality and businesswoman, ready to bring her charisma to Dancing with the Stars season 33.
Pro Partner: Val Chmerkovskiy
Phaedra Parks, a multifaceted personality known for her legal expertise and entrepreneurial spirit, captured audiences for seven seasons on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” Her recent appearance on “The Traitors” further cemented her reality TV appeal. As a contestant dancing with the stars, Parks is set to bring her signature sass and class to the ballroom, teasing, “Everybody knows I’m sassy, classy and some of my friends are a wee bit trashy, but if you come for this Mirrorball, it will get nasty.”
Danny Amendola
Danny Amendola, former NFL star and Super Bowl champion, transitioning his athletic talents to become a contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Witney Carson
Danny Amendola, a celebrated former NFL wide receiver with two Super Bowl victories as a New England Patriot, is trading the football field for the dance floor. Following a 13-season NFL career and ventures into reality TV and coaching, Amendola is ready for a new challenge as a contestant dancing with the stars. He even showcased a touchdown dance on “Good Morning America” to get into the DWTS groove, proving his readiness to entertain.
Joey Graziadei
Joey Graziadei, beloved Bachelor Nation personality, aiming to capture hearts and votes as a contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Jenna Johnson
Joey Graziadei, a tennis coach who won hearts as a “Bachelorette” runner-up and then as “The Bachelor,” is now set to charm audiences as a contestant dancing with the stars. Acknowledging the legacy of Bachelor Nation alumni on DWTS, Graziadei is focused on making it to the finale, stating his determination to “build towards” that goal.
Ilona Maher
Ilona Maher, Olympic medalist in rugby and advocate for body positivity, bringing her strength and spirit to Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Alan Bersten
Ilona Maher, a bronze medalist in rugby at the 2024 Paris Olympics and a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover star, is tackling a different kind of competition as a contestant dancing with the stars. Known for her advocacy for body positivity and women’s sports, Maher is ready to face the challenges of the ballroom, admitting it will be “really tough and stressful” but embracing the experience.
Chandler Kinney
Chandler Kinney, talented actress from Disney’s “Zombies” franchise and “Pretty Little Liars,” stepping into the spotlight as a Dancing with the Stars contestant.
Pro Partner: Brandon Armstrong
Chandler Kinney, an actress recognized for her roles in Disney’s “Zombies” franchise and “Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin,” is bringing her performance background to “Dancing with the Stars.” With childhood dance experience, Kinney is both “nervous” and “excited” to be among the contestants dancing with the stars, appreciating the show’s blend of “showmanship and attention to detail.”
Anna Delvey
Anna Delvey, the infamous “fake heiress” who inspired “Inventing Anna,” set to surprise audiences as a contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Ezra Sosa
Anna “Delvey” Sorokin, the name synonymous with the “fake heiress” saga that captivated the world and inspired “Inventing Anna,” is taking on a new role as a contestant dancing with the stars. After her infamous past, Delvey’s appearance on DWTS is highly anticipated. When asked what viewers should expect, she quipped, “How good I am at cha-cha,” hinting at a potentially surprising dance talent.
Eric Roberts
Eric Roberts, veteran actor with Golden Globe and Oscar nominations, venturing outside his comfort zone as a contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Britt Stewart
Eric Roberts, a celebrated actor with Golden Globe and Oscar nominations for his roles in films like “Star 80” and “Runaway Train,” is stepping outside his acting comfort zone to become a contestant dancing with the stars. He describes this new endeavor as “like a mile and a half” outside his usual realm, promising a journey of discovery on the dance floor.
Brooks Nader
Brooks Nader, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, bringing her poise and presence to the dance floor as a contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Gleb Savchenko
Brooks Nader, a successful model featured multiple times in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, is ready to embrace a new challenge as a contestant dancing with the stars. While acknowledging some high school dance experience, Nader anticipates this as “a new challenge” and expresses her excitement to learn and compete.
Reginald VelJohnson
Reginald VelJohnson, beloved TV dad from “Family Matters” and iconic movie police officer, surprising audiences as a contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Emma Slater
Reginald VelJohnson, fondly remembered as Carl Winslow from “Family Matters” and known for his police officer roles in “Die Hard,” is set to surprise viewers as a contestant dancing with the stars. His declaration that “America is going to be shocked” suggests he’s ready to show a completely new side of himself.
Tori Spelling
Tori Spelling, iconic “Beverly Hills, 90210” actress and author, honoring her former castmates as she becomes a Dancing with the Stars contestant.
Pro Partner: Pasha Pashkov
Tori Spelling, best known for her role as Donna Martin in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” is following in the footsteps of former castmates as she becomes a contestant dancing with the stars. Drawing encouragement from Brian Austin Green and in memory of Shannen Doherty, Spelling is ready to “turn her power on” and embrace the competition.
Jenn Tran
Jenn Tran, fresh from “The Bachelorette,” trading roses for dance shoes as she joins Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Sasha Farber
Jenn Tran, recently the star of “The Bachelorette” season 21 and the franchise’s first Asian American lead, is swapping roses for sequins as a contestant dancing with the stars. Emerging from a dramatic “Bachelorette” journey, Tran is channeling her experience into motivation for DWTS, declaring, “heartbreak is the best motivator for success” and “I’m out for blood. I’m ready.”
Dwight Howard
Dwight Howard, NBA champion and veteran basketball player, bringing his competitive spirit and energy to Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Daniella Karagach
Dwight Howard, an 18-season NBA veteran and 2020 NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, is transitioning his athletic prowess to the ballroom as a contestant dancing with the stars. While acknowledging his lifetime of “dancing,” Howard is new to ballroom styles and is relying on his pro partner Daniella Karagach to guide him, expressing trust and excitement for the journey.
Stephen Nedoroscik
Stephen Nedoroscik, Olympic medalist in gymnastics, poised to bring his precision and discipline to Dancing with the Stars.
Pro Partner: Rylee Arnold
Stephen Nedoroscik, a two-time Olympic bronze medalist in gymnastics and a record-holding pommel horse champion, is taking on a different kind of stage as a contestant dancing with the stars. Despite his Olympic experience, Nedoroscik admits to being “really nervous” about dancing, comparing the stress of the Olympics to the unknown of the ballroom and anticipating the challenge ahead.
Get Ready to Watch the Magic Unfold
“Dancing with the Stars” season 33 is set to premiere on Tuesday, September 17th, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+, with episodes available for streaming on Hulu the following day. This season’s contestants dancing with the stars promise a captivating blend of personalities, talent, and competition. Don’t miss the premiere of “Dancing with the Stars” season 33 to witness these incredible celebrities take on the ballroom challenge!
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The iconic Dancing with the Stars logo, representing the show’s glamour and competitive dance spirit.]
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