IJR News — today's news from every sideDancing With the Stars unveils Season 35 cast ahead of September premiere — Sep 1, 2026Dancing with the Stars has announced its Season 35 cast, featuring a diverse mix of celebrities from acting, sports, and reality TV, including Jenna Dewan, Shum Jr., Julia Stiles, and Tatyana Ali, with the competition kicking off in a two-night season premiere on September 15–16. The lineup emphasizes a blend of established dance credentials and athletic achievement, signaling a high-stakes season on ABC with audience-vote dynamics and star-power driving promotional momentum.
Nicole Hardy Two-night premiere already feels like a lot, but I'll take any excuse for more dance numbers before winter sets in.
