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5 Things We Know About Dancing With the Stars Season 29, Including the Premiere Date

18/08/2020 - 03:03 PM

Dancing With the Stars [1] will be back before you know it! On Aug. 18, ABC revealed the 29th season of the dancing competition series will premiere in September. As if that wasn't exciting enough, they also announced which pro dancers will be returning for the upcoming season, including defending mirrorball-trophy champion Alan Bersten. That being said, this season will also include a few shake-ups, including a brand-new host [2]. Curious about what else you can expect this season? As we approach season 29, we've rounded up all the crucial details you need to know ahead. So set your DVR and get ready to return to the ballroom floor.

Who Is Hosting Dancing With the Stars Season 29?

Following Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews's exits as cohosts, ABC announced that Tyra Banks [3] will be the new host of the upcoming season. Banks will also serve as executive producer for the revamped series.

When Will Dancing With the Stars Season 29 Premiere?

DWTS returns on Monday, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

Who Will Star on Dancing With the Stars Season 29?

So far, Bachelorette alum Kaitlyn Bristowe is the only cast member confirmed for the upcoming season. Bristowe has wanted to be on DWTS ever since she wrapped up her season of The Bachelorette [4] in 2015, so the casting is a pretty full-circle moment!

Who Will the Judges Be For Dancing With the Stars Season 29?

It appears that Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, and Bruno Tonioli will be returning as judges [5]. "As of now, that is the plan [to come back]. I just want everybody to know, Len, Bruno and I — that is the plan that we're coming back," Inaba said during The Talk on July 21. "They're going to make the official announcement in a few weeks. They're just going to keep letting us know all the details. I don't want people to worry. It seems like everything is OK."

Which Pro Dancers Will Return For Dancing With the Stars Season 29?

On Aug. 18, ABC announced which pro dancers would be returning, including Alan Bersten, Sharna Burgess, Brandon Armstrong, Cheryl Burke, Val Chmerkovskiy, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Keo Motsepe, Peta Murgatroyd, Pasha Pashkov, Gleb Savchenko, and Emma Slater. Daniella Karagach and Britt Stewart will also be joining as pro dancers after performing in the DWTS troupe during previous seasons.


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