dancing with the Stars ABC is making the move from commercial broadcast television to the Disney+ streaming platform after 30 seasons on the network.
The competition dance show – which pairs celebrities with professional dancers, who then learn and perform a weekly choreographed routine in front of a live studio audience – first aired on ABC in June 2005.
Seasons 31 and 32 will premiere exclusively on the streaming giant, the first live series to debut on Disney+.
The subscription service was launched in November 2019 and has since gained over 129 million global subscribers as of January 2022.
moving on! Dancing With the Stars commercial is moving from broadcast television to Disney+ streaming platform after 30 seasons on ABC Network
WINNER, WINNER: Iman Schumpert and Daniela Karagach were crowned the winners of Season 30 and took home the coveted Mirrorball trophy on November 22, 2021.
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Karim Daniels, President of Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution, said in a statement, “Dancing with the Stars has entertained fans on ABC for 16 years, and we’ve got to see this beloved show exclusively on Disney+ as the platform’s first live series. Proud to announce that.” Excited to bring it. statement.
The show’s broad appeal, as well as the sheer popularity of its Disney-themed competition nights, make Disney+ the perfect home for Dancing with the Stars while continuing to expand our demographic reach.
Iman Schumpert and Daniela Karagach were crowned the winners of Season 30 and took home the coveted Mirrorball trophy on November 22, 2021.
What a career: Tom Bergeron served as the show’s co-host for 15 years until he was let out of the show during season 28 in 2020.
Dancing Queen: Lisa Rinna competed with Louis van Amstel in season two, but was eliminated in the seventh round
From Pro to Host! Brooke Burke took a turn in the competition and won season seven with partner Derek Hough in 2008, before being asked to return as co-host from season 10–17.
Last season previously featured a gay couple competing with JoJo Siwa with partner Jenna Johnson. He came in third place.
Dana Walden, President of Entertainment at Walt Disney Television, said, “Dancing with the Stars has been a beloved staple on ABC for 30 seasons and has brought great joy to millions of viewers.”
“As we at ABC continue to significantly expand our unscripted slate, this is a great opportunity to introduce the show to a whole new generation of fans on Disney+.”
‘We are extremely grateful to our incredible partners at BBC Studios and look forward to continuing our relationship with them on this wonderful series, which will continue to be watched by Rob Mills and the talented Walt Disney Television Alternative Team.
Big Time: Rumer Willis Wins Top Prize in 2015 with Partner Valentin Chmerkovskiy on Season 20
Good Together: Erin Andrews appeared on the show for the first time in season 10 and finished third with partner Maxim Chmerkovsky. She returned with Tom as co-host for the 18–28 season.
Step Up: Tyra Banks Serves as Host for Two Seasons Beginning September 2020
Expert opinion: Carrie Ann Inaba has served as a judge on the show continuously since its inception
DWTS first went on to win in June 2005 with six groups, where Kelly Monaco and Alex Mazzo eventually won the top prize.
Tom Bergeron served as the show’s co-host for 15 years until he was let go of the show during season 28 in 2020.
A day after her stint on the show was announced, Tyra Banks was revealed as the new host.
Erin Andrews appeared on the show for the first time in season 10 and came in third with partner Maxim Chmerkovsky. She returned with Tom as co-host for the 18–28 season.
Carrie Ann Inaba has served as a frequent judge with Italian choreographer Bruno Tonioli since the show’s inception.
The celebrity contestants for season 31 have yet to be announced and neither is an official fall premiere date.