Key Takeaways:
– Veteran judge Bruno Tonioli is all set to return for “Dancing with the Stars” season 33.
– Variety recently confirmed ABC’s renewal of the popular dance competition, with fellow judges Carrie Ann Inaba and Derek Hough joining Tonioli.
– Hosts Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro are also returning to the show.
– The show’s new season will broadcast live on ABC, Disney+, and Hulu.
The 33rd season of ABC’s hit reality series “Dancing With the Stars” promises to be one filled with familiar faces as longtime judge Bruno Tonioli teases a return. Joining him on the judges’ panel are Carrie Ann Inaba and Derek Hough, and returning as hosts are Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro. The announcements were recently confirmed by Tonioli himself via Instagram, as well as by Variety.
Coming Soon: Familiar Faces and New Roles
At the Disney upfronts, Tonioli posted a picture with his Dancing with the Stars family, along with a caption that hinted at his return. Having been a staple on the show since its inception, his return is anticipated warmly by fans.
Even as Tonioli was exploring new opportunities judging “Britain’s Got Talent,” he revealed his passion for the American show in an interview with the U.S. Sun in April, highlighting both his gratitude and excitement at returning to the ballroom. His comeback to the show doesn’t stop him from exploring new ventures, but rather fuels his thirst for versatility.
Unlike Tonioli, Julianne Hough was the first person confirmed for season 33, expanding her role from professional dancer to prime time host along with Alfonso Ribeiro. The ballroom pros for the new season, however, are still under wraps.
Return of the Pros and New Sands in the Hourglass
Season 33’s professional dancers list is yet to be confirmed. Previous participants like Valentin Chmerkovskiy, Jenna Johnson, Gleb Savchenko, and Emma Slater have expressed their interest in returning to the show. Artem Chigvintsev, Rylee Arnold, and Britt Stewart are also predicted to join them on the dance floor.
A primetime shift was due to ABC hosting Monday Night Football, causing “Dancing With the Stars” to move to Tuesday evenings for the new season. This schedule alteration also shifts the elimination sequence, now to be conducted on the same night as the main event, as reported by TV Line.
Announcing the Stars
The official reveal of contestants for the upcoming season remains a summer teaser. In line with tradition, ABC unveils the official cast and pro pairings on “Good Morning America” a fortnight before the season begins, raising the curtain of anticipation higher.
In today’s digital era, season 33 of “Dancing With the Stars” will air live across platforms such as ABC, Disney+, and Hulu, where it’ll be available for streaming the day after it airs, thereby reaching an extensive audience. It’s indeed time to mark your calendars for the return of the long-anticipated dance competition.