Alix Earle Joins Season 34 Cast of “Dancing with the Stars”

New York, NY - September 3, 2025

Social media influencer and beauty creator Alix Earle has officially been announced as one of the celebrity contestants on Season 34 of ABC’s hit dance competition series Dancing with the Stars. The full lineup was unveiled today on Good Morning America, with Earle paired alongside professional dancer Val Chmerkovskiy.

Earle, 24, expressed her excitement during the live announcement, recalling her longtime fandom of the show. “I used to watch it with my grandma, who always said, ‘Maybe one day you’ll be on,’” she said. “I’ve been a fan for as long as I can remember, and I’m thrilled to finally be stepping into the ballroom”.

Season 34 promises an eclectic roster of celebrities, including wildlife advocate Robert Irwin, actress Danielle Fishel, and comedian Andy Richter, each matched with one of the show’s returning professionals. Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough will serve as hosts, while Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough return to the judging panel.

Filming for the new season has already begun, with cast rehearsals reportedly in full swing at the show’s Los Angeles studio. Earle shared behind-the-scenes glimpses on her social channels, teasing her followers with snippets of her first practice session and promising to “push my limits and bring everything I’ve got” to the competition floor.

The premiere of Dancing with the Stars Season 34 is set for Tuesday, September 16 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Viewers can look forward to the series’ signature blend of high-energy performances, emotional storytelling, and fierce competition as Earle and her fellow contestants vie for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.