“Dancing with the Stars” is gearing up for an exciting season 34 with the announcement of a new lineup of celebrity contestants who are ready to showcase their dance skills. Among the first announced is Robert Irwin, the 21-year-old television personality and son of the late zookeeper Steve Irwin. Notably, Robert follows in the footsteps of his older sister Bindi, who won the coveted mirrorball trophy in 2015 alongside professional partner Derek Hough.
The show is set to premiere this fall, and Robert is eager to demonstrate his dance moves. In a recent reveal, social media influencer and model Alix Earle, aged 24, was announced as the second contestant. Earle expressed her enthusiasm for returning to dance, even though her background does not include ballroom dancing. She plans to document her journey on social media for her followers.
The upcoming season will also feature familiar faces as co-hosts, with Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough returning to lead the show, and the judging panel will consist of Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli.
Reflecting on the previous season, fans witnessed former “The Bachelor” star Joey Graziadei and his partner Jenna Johnson take home the mirrorball trophy, with Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher and Disney star Chandler Kinney following closely behind in the rankings. However, the season was not without its controversies, as viewers expressed their displeasure over certain eliminations and competition results.
With an engaging cast and the return of beloved hosts and judges, season 34 of “Dancing with the Stars” promises to bring new excitement and surprises, setting the stage for a memorable dance competition.