Dwight Howard’s Surprising Hairdo Steals the Spotlight on ‘Dancing with the Stars’

Professional basketball player Dwight Howard recently made waves on ‘Dancing with the Stars‘ with an unexpected new hairstyle. Participating in the show’s ‘Soul Train Night,’ Howard, 38, drew significant online attention not just for his dance moves, but for his retro-inspired hairdo.

During his performance with professional dancer Daniella Karagach, 31, the pair delivered a vibrant routine that was complemented by their throwback disco teal ensembles. Howard completed his look by donning a wig styled as a bob with bangs, a stark contrast to his usual appearance, aligning with the groovy ’70s theme.

The surprising look quickly became a hot topic on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Many viewers expressed their surprise and enjoyment at seeing Howard’s transformation. “Dwight Howard in this wig will forever be legendary,” one fan tweeted. Another user humorously remarked on the unexpected sight of Howard with a wig, drawing parallels to Edna Mode, the animated character known for her sharp haircut.

Howard himself joined in on the online conversation, sharing videos of his wig fitting process and engaging with fans by humorously alluding to the character Bob Howard in his post-performance reflections on X. Despite scoring 23 out of 40 and landing at the bottom of the leaderboard, Howard remained optimistic, assuring fans of his determination to improve.

Since joining the 33rd season of the competition, which began on September 17, the basketball player has embraced the ballroom atmosphere. Both he and Karagach have been actively sharing their dance journey on social media, chronicling their rehearsals and creating humorous content for Instagram and TikTok.