Dancing With the Stars is gearing up for Season 35, and ABC has officially confirmed the returning hosts and judges ahead of the highly anticipated DWTS cast 2026 reveal.
During the Sept. 1 edition of Good Morning America, Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough were confirmed to return as co-hosts, while Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli will once again serve on the judging panel.
Derek Hough teased an “energized” new season during the GMA appearance, saying the celebrity cast is strong and the professional dancers are bringing fresh momentum to the ballroom.
When Will the Dancing With the Stars 2026 Cast Be Revealed?
Fans searching for the complete Dancing With the Stars 2026 cast can tune in to Good Morning America for the full lineup announcement.
The official reveal is scheduled during Good Morning America, which airs from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. ET on ABC.
Several celebrity contestants have already been confirmed, including Ciara Miller, Maura Higgins, Jackson Olson and Guillermo Rodriguez.
When Does DWTS Season 35 Premiere?
Dancing With the Stars Season 35 will launch with a two-night premiere on Tuesday, Sept. 15, and Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET.
The episodes will air on ABC and stream live on Disney+, with next-day streaming available on Hulu.
With the full celebrity and professional dancer pairings being unveiled on Good Morning America, excitement surrounding the new DWTS season is expected to build quickly ahead of premiere night.
