The sparkle, sequins, and spotlight are back as Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars kicks off on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. A brand-new cast of celebrities will take their first spin around the ballroom floor, and fans already have an exclusive look at the songs and dances chosen for opening night.
This season’s lineup brings together pop stars, actors, athletes, and reality TV personalities—all ready to compete for the coveted mirrorball trophy. The live band will perform iconic hits from Ariana Grande, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and even KPop Demon Hunters’ fictional group HUNTR/X, giving the premiere night a powerful and eclectic soundtrack.
Competitors, Songs, and Premiere Dances
- Lauren Jauregui (Fifth Harmony singer) with pro Brandon Armstrong — Tango to “Yes, And?” by Ariana Grande
- Jen Affleck with pro Jan Ravnik — Salsa to “NUEVAYoL” by Bad Bunny
- Corey Feldman (musician and actor) with pro Jenna Johnson — Tango to “It’s Still Rock & Roll to Me” by Billy Joel
- Alix Earle with pro Val Chmerkovskiy — Cha-cha to “Circus” by Britney Spears
- Whitney Leavitt with pro Mark Ballas — Tango to “Golden” by HUNTR/X (KPop Demon Hunters)
- Hilaria Baldwin with pro Gleb Savchenko — Cha-cha to “Let’s Get Loud” by Jennifer Lopez
- Dylan Efron (Traitors season 3 champion) with pro Daniella Karagach — Cha-cha to “Milkshake” by Kelis
- Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World alum) with pro Pasha Pashkov — Tango to “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” by Kelly Clarkson
- Elaine Hendrix (Parent Trap, Dynasty) with pro Alan Bersten — Cha-cha to “Woman” by Kesha
- Scott Hoying (Pentatonix singer) with pro Rylee Arnold — Tango to “Abracadabra” by Lady Gaga
- Baron Davis (former NBA player) with pro Britt Stewart — Cha-cha to “U Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer
- Andy Richter (comedian and actor) with pro Emma Slater — Cha-cha to “Hold On, I’m Coming” by Sam & Dave
- Robert Irwin (wildlife conservationist) with pro Witney Carson — Jive to “Born to Be Wild” by Steppenwolf
- Jordan Chiles (Olympic gymnast) with pro Ezra Sosa — Salsa to TBD (though Chiles hinted at wanting to dance to something from Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter).
Season 34 will be co-hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough. Judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough will also return.
Dancing With the Stars will air at 8 PM local on ABC and Disney+, Hulu will be available the next day.
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Source: Yahoo
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