Today, the highly anticipated celebrity cast and their professional dancing partners for “Dancing with the Stars” Season 33 were unveiled on ABC’s “Good Morning America.”
The show, cohosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, is set to return for its 33rd season on Tuesday, Sept. 17, from 8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT.
Fans can catch the live simulcast on ABC and Disney+, with episodes available the next day on Hulu.
This season’s star-studded lineup and their professional partners are as follows (in alphabetical order):
- Super Bowl Champion Danny Amendola with partner Witney Carson
- Notorious ankle bracelet fashionista Anna Delvey with partner Ezra Sosa
- From “The Bachelor,” Joey Graziadei with partner Jenna Johnson
- NBA Champion Dwight Howard with partner Daniella Karagach
- TV star Chandler Kinney with partner Brandon Armstrong
- Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher with partner Alan Bersten
- Model and cover girl Brooks Nader with partner Gleb Savchenko
- Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik with partner Rylee Arnold
- Reality royalty Phaedra Parks with partner Val Chmerkovskiy
- Movie star Eric Roberts with partner Britt Stewart
- TV icon Tori Spelling with partner Pasha Pashkov
- From “The Bachelorette,” Jenn Tran with partner Sasha Farber
- Sitcom and movie actor Reginald VelJohnson with partner Emma Slater
The competition will be fierce, with these pairs being judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts, including Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough.
Celebrity Highlights:
Danny Amendola – The former NFL wide receiver, Danny Amendola, played 13 seasons and is a two-time Super Bowl Champion with the New England Patriots. In 2024, he was inducted into the Texas Tech Red Raiders Hall of Fame. After starting his NFL journey as an undrafted free agent with the Dallas Cowboys in 2008, he rose to fame with the St. Louis Rams before signing a five-year contract with the Patriots in 2013. Amendola quickly became a trusted receiver for Tom Brady, known for his clutch performances in the playoffs. He retired from the NFL in 2021.
Anna Delvey – Anna Delvey, an artist, fashion icon, and infamous NYC socialite, shot to fame after Netflix turned her life story into the 2022 miniseries “Inventing Anna.” Her story, which has sparked discussions about wealth, privilege, and social climbing, continues to fascinate the public, with multiple shows, interviews, podcasts, and theater productions exploring her controversial rise.
Joey Graziadei – Known as the Bachelor from season 28 of ABC’s hit show “The Bachelor,” Joey Graziadei, a 29-year-old teaching tennis pro from Collegeville, Pennsylvania, won America’s heart with his loyalty and compassion. Now engaged to Kelsey Anderson, Graziadei spends his time traveling, raising awareness for cancer research, and enjoying life with his family.
Dwight Howard – NBA veteran Dwight Howard is a global basketball icon, known for his charisma and dominance on the court. With an illustrious 19-year career, Howard is an NBA Champion, eight-time NBA All-Star, and three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Beyond basketball, Howard is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, and philanthropist, co-owning a professional basketball league in Asia with plans for global expansion.
Chandler Kinney – Chandler Kinney, a rising star in the entertainment world, trained at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy and Los Angeles Ballet Academy. She currently stars in HBO Max’s “Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin” and “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School,” and is known for her role as Willa in Disney Channel’s “Zombies” franchise. Her past credits include roles in “Lethal Weapon,” “American Horror Story: Asylum,” “90210,” “Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street,” “The Haunted Hathaways,” “Girl Meets World,” and “K.C. Undercover.”
Ilona Maher – Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher is a two-time Olympian and viral sensation, known for her authentic and witty social media presence. A bronze medalist with Team USA Rugby Sevens, Maher uses her platform to promote rugby and body positivity, and is an ambassador for ChildFund Rugby, helping young people in vulnerable communities through sports.
Brooks Nader – Supermodel and actress Brooks Nader made waves in the fashion industry after debuting in the 2019 edition of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. Her career has since soared, and in May 2024, she was named a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Legend, gracing the cover for the magazine’s 60th anniversary edition.
Stephen Nedoroscik – Known as the “pommel horse guy,” Stephen Nedoroscik is an American gymnast who captured the nation’s attention at the 2024 Paris Olympics, winning a team bronze and an individual bronze on the pommel horse. Nedoroscik is passionate about promoting men’s gymnastics and advocating for individuals with low vision, using his platform to push for inclusivity and accessibility.
Phaedra Parks – Phaedra Parks is a multifaceted attorney, businesswoman, author, and television personality. Best known for her role on “Real Housewives of Atlanta,” Parks is also a successful attorney, practicing in entertainment, intellectual property, and civil and criminal litigation.
She has appeared on several other shows, including “Ultimate Girls Trip,” “The Traitors,” and “Will Trent.”
Eric Roberts – Eric Roberts, a Georgia native, began his acting career on “Another World” at 19 and quickly transitioned to feature films like “King of the Gypsies.” With multiple Golden Globe and Oscar nominations, Roberts is also known for his roles in music videos and TV shows like “The Righteous Gemstones.”
Tori Spelling – Best known for her iconic role as Donna Martin on “Beverly Hills 90210,” Tori Spelling is also a successful producer, author, and reality TV star. She has executive produced and starred in shows like “Tori and Dean,” “sTORIbook Weddings,” and “True Tori.” Spelling is also a five-time New York Times bestselling author and currently hosts two podcasts, “90210MG with Jennie Garth” and “MisSPELLING.”
Reginald VelJohnson – Reginald VelJohnson, the beloved TV dad from “Family Matters,” is also well known for his role as Al Powell in “Die Hard” and “Die Hard 2.” He has continued his acting career with recent roles in “Roswell Delirium,” “Ghost of Christmas Always,” and “The Righteous Gemstones,” among many others.
Jenn Tran – Jenn Tran, a fan favorite from “The Bachelorette,” is a compassionate and driven woman currently studying to become a physician assistant. Residing in Miami, this bilingual Vietnamese beauty loves reading, paddleboarding, and traveling in her spare time.
This season of “Dancing with the Stars” is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet, with a diverse and talented cast ready to light up the dance floor!
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