'Dancing with the Stars' season 35: Meet the celebrity cast and their pro dance partners

Viewers across the country will feel a surge of anticipation as season 35 of Dancing with the Stars prepares to air, while the announced celebrities stand to gain a high‑visibility platform that could boost their personal brands and future opportunities. Network executives and advertisers eye the expanded lineup as a chance to capture larger audiences and heightened social‑media buzz, making the success of the season a key factor in advertising revenue and the show’s longevity. The buzz traces back to the cast announcement that pairs recognizable actors, chefs and athletes with professional dance partners, and introduces a first‑ever two‑woman team, prompting producers to bend a long‑standing rule. This mix of entertainment and athletic talent sets the stage for a season that promises varied performance styles.

Yahoo reported that producers broke a rule to accommodate the historic two‑woman pairing, while another Yahoo piece highlighted a contestant with loose Cincinnati ties. ESPN noted the addition of a Savannah Bananas infielder and Olympic athletes, expanding the athletic representation. People listed Jenna Dewan, Julia Stiles, Harry Shum Jr. and Giada De Laurentiis among the competitors, and Entertainment Weekly echoed those names while adding further celebrity entries. Good Morning America debuted the full cast alongside their professional dance partners, and ABC News provided a detailed lineup.

ABC 7 New York and the Palm Beach Post each examined whether any Florida stars made the roster, underscoring regional interest. Upcoming episodes will reveal how the two‑woman team is scored and whether the athletic entrants translate into dance success, leaving audiences to watch for surprise pairings, rule interpretations and early voting trends.