The anticipation has been building, and theMirrorball trophy is calling! Fans of Dancing With the Stars have been eagerly awaiting news about the cast for the 2024 season. While rumors swirled about who might grace the ballroom floor, the official cast for Season 33 has finally been revealed, promising another season of dazzling performances and fierce competition.
Dancing With the Stars, a beloved ABC staple since 2005, is set to return and bring the sparkle back into our living rooms. Season 33 is scheduled to premiere on September 17th at 8 p.m. ET, broadcasting on ABC and Disney+. Returning to host this season are Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, while the judging panel will feature the familiar faces of Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough.
Before the official announcement, speculation was rife about potential celebrity contestants. Names were tossed around in online forums and social media, fueling excitement and debate among fans. However, the wait is over, and the official lineup is here, boasting a diverse mix of personalities from the worlds of sports, entertainment, and reality TV.
One of the first names confirmed for Season 33 was Stephen Nedoroscik. The Olympic medalist, who captured hearts at the 2024 Paris Olympics with his gymnastic prowess, expressed his enthusiasm on Good Morning America, stating he immediately said “yes” to the opportunity. Adding to the excitement, pro dancer Witney Carson confirmed her return in a video for Good Morning America, reassuring fans of familiar faces on the dance floor. However, some familiar pros like Artem Chigvintsev, Peta Murgatroyd, and Lindsay Arnold will not be part of this season, with Arnold focusing on family time but hinting at a possible future return, and supporting her sister Rylee Arnold who is returning for her second season as a pro dancer.
Now, let’s officially meet the stars who will be competing for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy in Dancing With the Stars Season 33:
The Confirmed Cast of Dancing with the Stars 2024
Stephen Nedoroscik
Professional partner: Rylee Arnold
Known for: Stephen Nedoroscik is celebrated for winning a bronze medal with Team USA in artistic gymnastics at the 2024 Paris Olympics, particularly for his impressive pommel horse routines.
Anna Delvey
Professional partner: Ezra Sosa
Known for: Anna Delvey gained notoriety as a convicted con artist and fraudster, whose audacious story inspired the popular Netflix series Inventing Anna.
Phaedra Parks
Professional partner: Val Chmerkovskiy
Known for: Phaedra Parks is a well-known television personality, famous for her appearances on The Real Housewives of Atlanta from 2010 to 2017 and on Traitors Season 2.
Joey Graziadei
Professional partner: Jenna Johnson
Known for: Joey Graziadei captured hearts as the star of Season 28 of The Bachelor on ABC, searching for love in the reality dating show.
Eric Roberts
Professional partner: Britt Stewart
Known for: Eric Roberts is a distinguished Hollywood actor recognized for his roles in films such as Wall Street, The Dark Knight, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. He is also the father of Emma Roberts and brother of Julia Roberts.
Ilona Maher
Professional partner: Alan Bersten
Known for: Ilona Maher is a celebrated American rugby union player and a two-time Olympian, securing a bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She also boasts a significant online presence with 2.3 million followers on TikTok.
Danny Amendola
Professional partner: Witney Carson
Known for: Danny Amendola is a former NFL star, who played as a wide receiver and won two Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots.
Chandler Kinney
Professional partner: Brandon Armstrong
Known for: Chandler Kinney is an actress known for her roles in the Disney Channel’s Zombies movie franchise and in the Pretty Little Liars reboot series, Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin and Pretty Little Liars: Summer School.
Brooks Nader
Professional partner: Gleb Savchencko
Known for: Brooks Nader is a successful model who has been featured in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues since winning the 2019 Swim Search open casting call.
Reginald VelJohnson
Professional partner: Emma Slater
Known for: Reginald VelJohnson is a veteran actor, most famously known for his role as Carl Winslow in the long-running sitcom Family Matters from 1989 to 1997.
Tori Spelling
Professional partner: Pasha Pashkov
Known for: Tori Spelling is an actress best recognized for her iconic role as Donna Martin in the hit series Beverly Hills, 90210, which aired from 1990 to 2000.
Jenn Tran
Professional partner: Sasha Farber
Known for: Jenn Tran recently starred as the Bachelorette in the 19th season of ABC’s popular dating show, The Bachelorette.
Dwight Howard
Professional partner: Daniella Karagach
Known for: Dwight Howard is a prominent professional basketball player with an 18-season career in the NBA, known for his athletic prowess on the court.
With such a vibrant and diverse cast, Dancing With the Stars Season 33 is shaping up to be an unmissable season. Get ready to tune in on September 17th to witness these stars take on the challenge of ballroom dancing and see who will ultimately take home the Mirrorball Trophy!
