Perhaps now more than ever, it’s a great time to be a Dancing with the Stars fan. Despite producing over 30 seasons, the veteran reality series seems more popular than ever, with the celebs, pros, and routines going viral on social media. It’s a perfect time for the show to take up a larger spotlight, considering, in 2025, it will hit its 20th anniversary, and is sure to pull out all the stops for the occasion.
Read on to find out everything we know so far about Dancing with the Stars Season 34 (DWTS 2025), including the cast, judges, eliminations and more.
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Will Dancing with the Stars return for Season 34 in 2025?
Yes! Disney officially announced during the inaugural “HULU’s Get Real” event that DWTS will be coming back for Season 34 later in 2025.
When does Dancing with the Stars Season 34 premiere in 2025?
Though a season premiere has yet to be announced, we should expect it to come in mid to late September 2025.
When is the Dancing with the Stars Season 34 finale?
We don’t have a finale date for DWTS Season 34, let alone a premiere date. But, given how recent seasons have ran, we can expect Season 34 to end right before or after Thanksgiving 2025.
What channel is Dancing with the Stars on?
DWTS will most likely continue to air Season 33 simultaneously on ABC and Disney+, with episodes available the next day through Hulu. This change was brought about in 2023, after a year away from broadcast TV and purely on streaming.
“It’s a privilege for Dancing with the Stars to become the first live series simulcast on ABC and Disney+,” said Valerie Bruce, general manager, BBC Studios Los Angeles Productions, in a press release. “This demonstrates the belief that ABC and Disney have always shown in our iconic format and how it’s become a pop-culture powerhouse with millions of fans. We’re thrilled to embark on this new phase in our partnership which has been going strong for nearly two decades.”
How long has Dancing with the Stars been on TV?
Dancing with the Stars premiered June 1, 2005 and concluded its 33rd season on ABC on Nov. 26, 2024. For Season 31, the dance reality series moved to Disney+, before moving back to ABC as well for Season 32.
Will Alfonso Ribiero return as host for Dancing with the Stars Season 34?
Barring a major shake-up, Alfonso Ribiero will continue his role as DWTS host. In July 2022, it was announced that the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air star (and DWTS Season 19 champ) would be serving as co-host for Season 31. “Dancing with the Stars has been such an important part of my life for so many years, and I am ecstatic to officially re-join this tight-knit family as co-host,” he said.
Will Julianne Hough return as host for Dancing with the Stars Season 34?
Barring a major shake-up, in addition to Alfonso, Julianne Houghwill stay on in her role of co-host for DWTS Season 33. She took the spot previously occupied by Alfonso in the skybox, talking to couples after their performances. This will be the third different role she has had with the show, dancing as a pro for five seasons (and winning Seasons 4 and 5), as well as serving as a judge from 2014 to 2017.
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Who’s in the Dancing with the Stars Season 34 cast in 2025?
At the inaugural “HULU’s Get Real” event, the first celebrity cast member was revealed. Conservationist Robert Irwin is the first star to officially be announced, competing ten years after his sister Bindi Irwin won the Mirrorball Trophy. TikTok star Alix Earle was the second cast member announced on Good Morning America in May 2025. During the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2 reunion, it was revealed that stars Jen Affleck and Whitney Leavitt would be competing on Season 34 as well.
Alix Earle
Jen Affleck
Robert Irwin
Whitney Leavitt
Check back closer to the premiere to find out which other celebs are in the cast of DWTS Season 34.
Who’s in the cast of professional Dancing with the Stars dancers in Season 34 in 2025?
Check back closer to the premiere to find out which pros are in the cast of DWTS Season 34.
Who are the celebrity-pro pairs for Dancing with the Stars Season 34 in 2025?
Check back closer to the premiere to find out which celebs are in the cast of DWTS Season 34.
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Who are the Dancing with the Stars judges in 2025 for Season 34?
Pending any big news, it’s assumed that Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough will all return as judges for DWTS Season 34. Bruno and Carrie have been with the show since the beginning, while Derek won the show six times as a pro, then sat on the panel since Season 29 to replace Len Goodman.
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Are there any new rules in 2025 for DWTS Season 34?
We don’t know if there’ll be any new rules yet. The last big change in the rules came in Season 28 of Dancing with the Stars after the shocking victory of Bobby Bones the previous season. First, the audience was now able to vote both online and by text, limited to only 10 votes per couple per method. The second saw the institution of the somewhat controversial “Judges’ Save,” where the judges chose who would go home out of the bottom two couples every week.
Is Dancing with the Stars returning for Season 35?
Disney ABC has yet to announce whether DWTS has been renewed for Season 35 in 2026.
Where can I watch and stream DWTS for Season 34?
Dancing with the Stars will most likely air on ABC in its traditional two-hour time slot from 8-10 p.m. ET on Tuesday nights. You can also stream it live on Disney+. Episodes will be available the next day on Hulu.
What time does Dancing with the Stars come on?
DWTS usually airs from 8 to 10 p.m. ET on Tuesday nights.
How to vote on Dancing with the Stars this season
As always, fan voting will play a crucial role in which couples survive the night. Fans have been able to vote online or via text.
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What night is Dancing with the Stars on?
While Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars took a break from the traditional to air on Tuesday nights, it’s unknown if that will always be the case for Season 34.
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