Dancing with the Stars Season 33 Cast Announced

The official cast for the 33rd season of ‘Dancing with the Stars‘ has been revealed, featuring a diverse lineup of celebrities ready to showcase their dancing skills. The announcement was made exclusively on ‘Good Morning America.’

This season’s competitors include notable figures such as Phaedra Parks, known for her role in ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ and Tori Spelling, famous for her portrayal of Donna Martin on ‘Beverly Hills, 90210.’ The cast also features notorious scam artist Anna Delvey, further adding intrigue to this season.

Joining the roster are former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Joey Graziadei and former ‘Bachelorette’ star Jenn Tran, both of whom have captured the hearts of reality TV fans. Other participants include actors Eric Roberts, Reginald VelJohnson, and Chandler Kinney; athletes Danny Amendola and Dwight Howard; Olympians Ilona Maher and Stephen Nedoroscik; and model Brooks Nader.

Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough will return as co-hosts for the season, while the judging panel remains unchanged, featuring Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough. The new season is set to premiere on Tuesday, September 17, on ABC.

Phaedra Parks, who spent seven seasons on ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ expressed her competitive spirit, stating, ‘If you come for this Mirrorball, it will get nasty.’ Former NFL player Danny Amendola demonstrated his excitement by showcasing a touchdown dance during his appearance on ‘Good Morning America.’

Joey Graziadei mentioned the pressure he feels to live up to past contestants but remains focused on reaching the finale. Ilona Maher, a bronze medalist from the 2024 Paris Olympics, acknowledged that the transition from sports to dance would be challenging.

Actor Eric Roberts noted that participating in ‘Dancing with the Stars’ is far outside his comfort zone but is excited about the experience. Additionally, model Brooks Nader described the upcoming competitions as a ‘new challenge’ for her.

Reginald VelJohnson expressed his anticipation for the audience’s reaction to his dance performances. Tori Spelling reflected on her connections to former cast members, while Jenn Tran shared her motivation stemming from her recent experience on ‘The Bachelorette.’

Basketball player Dwight Howard conveyed confidence in his dance partner and is eager to learn as he adapts to ballroom dancing, distinct from his life on the court. Stephen Nedoroscik, a prominent gymnastics athlete, expressed nerves about stepping onto the dance floor for the first time.