Dancing with the Stars fans can hardly wait for Season 33 – but while they wait, there is some serious drama unfolding!
The latest season of the hit ABC dancing competition show is slated to return in the fall of 2024. As of now, only rumblings of who will be doing the rumba in Season 33 have surfaced, but there is some strong contenders being discussed by people in the know.
There is also some breaking news involving one of the pros, which confirms that they will not be returning this season.
So, who will compete? Let’s share what we know!
Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik, Also Known as ‘Pommel Horse Guy,’ First Star Cast for the Season
It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s … Clark Kent!
American Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik is the first celebrity announced for Season 33 of the reality competition show.
Nedoroscik, known as the “pommel horse guy,” captured hearts at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games as part of the U.S. Men’s Gymnastics team, which took home their first team medal (bronze) in 16 years. The 25-year-old athlete also won the individual bronze medal on the pommel horse.
So who will be be paired with? And when will we know the full cast? Well..
‘Dancing with the Stars’ Season 33 Cast: When Will ABC Announce?
Within the fan community, there are quite a few names being tossed around for competitors this coming season. Some are keen to see Jesse McCartney. Having already done the Masked Singer, the early 00’s pop star has shown he’s open to reality TV and this would fit right into his wheelhouse.
Some other names that are being thrown around are the most recent Bachelors – Joey Graxiadei and Gerry Turner – as well as other reality stars, like Sutton Stracke and Parvati Shallow.
But there is one name that keeps coming up in conversation time and time again, even amongst the DWTS pros: Tom Sandoval.
Yes, just one season after his ex Ariana Maddox came in third, there are rumors Tom may follow suit in season 33.
Former Dancing with the Stars pro Cheryl Burke discussed the casting rumor of the Vanderpump Rules star her podcast Sex, Lies, and Spray Tans over the summer, saying she wouldn’t be “shocked” to see someone like Sandoval in the ballroom.
However, Cheryl’s guest, Kristyn Burtt, felt quite differently. “I feel like we’re so over the Scandoval of it all,” Burtt said. “I think he’s perfect for Traitors because he’s been a villain on Vanderpump Rules for so long. But, I feel that just after Ariana [Madix] just did this particular season, we’ve moved on.”
Suppose we’ll see!
Artem Chigvintsev NOT Returning To ‘DWTS’ Following Arrest
On August 29, longtime pro dancer and partner Artem Chigvintsev was arrested. He was charged with domestic battery in Napa, California.
It remains unclear who he is accused of attacking; the obvious assumption is his wife, former pro-wrestler Nikki Garcia. However, no statement to confirm that has been released.
The pair actually met on DWTS when Nikki competed in season 25.
Since his arrest, it has been confirmed that Artem will not be returning for Season 33. However, according to People Magazine, the decision was made before his arrest. He was not fired due to the incident.
‘Dancing with the Stars’ Judges: Who Is Returning This Season?
Not to fear. While the dance floor might look different, the judges panel will be familiar and welcoming!
Judges Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Derek Hough will all be reaching for their judging paddles this season.
Co-hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough are also expected to return.
When will ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Season 33 air?
ABC’s popular competition show will officially premiere on Tuesday September 17, 2024. While we don’t know all the details, a few spoilers have already leaked.
For instance, fans on Reddit have shared that producers are already hard at work developing the theme nights, which will include the return of Disney night.
What About That David and Victoria Beckham Rumor?
Ah yes, that!
There is a theory going around the internet that Victoria and David Beckham will be joining Dancing With The Stars in season 33. Again, no official announcement has been made on casting. Still, it’s not a wild idea.
Especially because DWTS legend and judge Derek Hough stirred the pot with a post on his Instagram.
He posted a video of the Beckhams dancing together. In his caption, he went straight to the matter. “Are @davidbeckham and @victoriabeckham getting ready for @dancingwiththestars? How about a couples salsa night you two ??” he captioned the photo.
Not going to say no to that!
Who Won ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Last Season?
Last season, Marvel star Xochitl Gomez was paired with Val Chmerkovskiy. The duo won it all and took home The Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.
Jason Mraz nabbed second place with his partner, Daniella Karagach. And Ariana Madix and her partner, Pasha Pashkov, came in third.
Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars will return this fall on ABC, Disney+, and Hulu.