Dancing with the Stars 2024: Meet the Star-Studded Cast for Season 33
The highly anticipated cast for Dancing with the Stars 2024 has been officially revealed, and fans are already buzzing with excitement over the star-studded lineup for Season 33. From former NFL star Danny Amendola to Olympic rugby sensation Ilona Maher, this season’s contestants are sure to bring their A-game to the dance floor.
“Dancing with the Stars” has been a fan-favorite reality dance competition since its premiere in 2005, and Season 33 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet. The show will once again be hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, with judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough returning to offer their expert critiques.
One of the most anticipated contestants of the season is former NFL wide receiver Danny Amendola. The two-time Super Bowl champion retired from the game in 2022 and has since appeared on reality shows and served as a coach for the Las Vegas Raiders. Amendola is known for his high-energy play on the field, and fans can expect the same level of enthusiasm when he takes to the dance floor.
Joining Amendola in the competition is Ilona Maher, the viral star who helped propel the U.S. women’s rugby team to a historic bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 28-year-old athlete has captured the hearts of fans around the world with her fierce play and infectious personality. Maher has no formal dance training, but she’s eager to embrace the challenge and show off her newfound skills on the “DWTS” stage.
Other notable contestants on the DWTS Season 33 cast include “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Phaedra Parks, “Beverly Hills, 90210” alum Tori Spelling, and notorious scam artist Anna Delvey. Parks is known for her sassy and classy demeanor, while Spelling is taking on the challenge after years of turning down offers to appear on the show. Delvey, meanwhile, is making her reality TV debut following her high-profile conviction for financial crimes.
Rounding out the cast are former “Bachelor” star Joey Graziadei, former “Bachelorette” Jenn Tran, actors Eric Roberts and Reginald VelJohnson, model Brooks Nader, professional basketball player Dwight Howard, and Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik. Each contestant brings a unique set of skills and experiences to the competition, making for an exciting and unpredictable season.
“We are thrilled to have such a diverse and talented cast for Season 33 of ‘Dancing with the Stars,'” said executive producer Ashley Edens-Shaffer. “From NFL stars to Olympic athletes, actors to reality TV personalities, this season promises to be full of surprises and unforgettable performances.”
The competition kicks off on September 17 on ABC and Disney+, with viewers able to cast their votes for their favorite contestants throughout the season. With so many talented performers vying for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy, it’s sure to be a dance battle to remember.