‘Dancing With The Stars’ season 35 premiere live stream & cast list
Dancing With The Stars returns for its 35th season with a two-night premiere featuring 16 celebrity contestants. The show will air on ABC and Disney+, with streaming options available on Hulu.
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One of the most popular reality TV shows is back for season 35, as Dancing With The Stars kicks off its two-night premiere on Tuesday, September 15, with an exciting night on the dance floor.
16 celebrities and their pro dance partners will go through vigorous training and intricate choreography as they navigate the competition, where they will be tasked with learning a new style of ballroom dance each and every week.
At the end of the competition, the winner will take home the iconic Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. This season features Olympic champions, reality television personalities, celebrity chefs, and much more.
Daniella Karagach dances on stage at Dancing with the Stars Live at Knoxville Civic Auditorium in Knoxville, Tennessee, March Daniella Karagach dances on stage at Dancing with the Stars Live at Knoxville Civic Auditorium in Knoxville, Tennessee, March 12, 2026. Credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
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