Dancing With the Stars Debuts Season 34 Tonight on ABC and Disney+

Lead Dancing With the Stars returns tonight, September 16, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+, featuring 14 celebrity contestants paired with professional dancers vying for the Mirrorball Trophy.

Nut Graf Season 34 brings a diverse lineup-from Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles to reality TV stars and social media influencers-underscoring the show’s lasting appeal and promise of high-energy performances.

Key Details

  • Premiere Date and Time
  • Tonight, Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 8:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and Disney+.
  • Simulcast on Disney+; next-day streaming on Hulu.
  • Hosts and Judges
  • Co-hosts: Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough
  • Judges: Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, Derek Hough
  • Celebrity-Pro Couples
  • Jen Affleck & Jan Ravnik
  • Hilaria Baldwin & Gleb Savchenko
  • Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa
  • Baron Davis & Britt Stewart
  • Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy
  • Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach
  • Corey Feldman & Jenna Johnson
  • Danielle Fishel & Pasha Pashkov
  • Elaine Hendrix & Alan Bersten
  • Scott Hoying & Rylee Arnold
  • Robert Irwin & Witney Carson
  • Lauren Jauregui & Brandon Armstrong
  • Whitney Leavitt & Mark Ballas
  • Andy Richter & Emma Slater

Behind the Curtain Contestants shared behind-the-scenes glimpses ahead of tonight’s live show. Jen Affleck called her debut “a dream,” while Jordan Chiles promised “sass and energetic movement.” Social media star Alix Earle admitted to pre-show jitters, and Danielle Fishel praised her partner’s “on-point” energy.

Streaming and Voting Viewers can stream live on Disney+ or watch next day on Hulu. Fan voting opens after performances, with votes accepted online and via text.

What to Expect Expect themed routines, surprise twists, and the judges’ critical feedback as celebrities strive to master ballroom, Latin, and contemporary dances. The season’s high stakes and diverse talent set the stage for unpredictable results.

Stay tuned tonight for the Season 34 premiere of Dancing With the Stars, where the quest for the Mirrorball Trophy officially begins.