The buzz surrounding Season 35 of “Dancing With the Stars” was recently ignited when iconic talk show host Rosie O’Donnell addressed rumors about her potential involvement. O’Donnell took to Instagram to put an end to the speculation, sharing a photo that humorously claimed she would be making her debut on the reality competition show. The caption accompanying the photo clarified that the information was completely untrue but still managed to bring a smile to O’Donnell’s face.
Fans of the former talk show host flooded the comments section, with one expressing their disappointment that the news wasn’t real, while another pointed out that the faux announcement’s giveaway was O’Donnell’s hairstyle. Despite the playful nature of the post, it’s evident that O’Donnell’s fans were excited at the prospect of seeing her on the popular dance show.
Living in Ireland since 2025, O’Donnell recently made a surprise visit back to the United States to reconnect with her family. During an appearance on Chris Cuomo’s Sirius XM radio show, she reflected on the experience of returning to American culture after a year away, noting the stark differences in her day-to-day life. The comedian, who is also a devoted mother to her children, including Clay, Parker, Chelsea, Blake, and Vivienne, revealed that she wanted to gauge her feelings about being back in the U.S.
As the new season of “Dancing With the Stars” looms, details about the upcoming roster remain under wraps. The show typically airs in the fall, leaving fans eagerly awaiting news of the latest celebrity contestants and dance partners. O’Donnell’s playful social media post may have been a lighthearted fakeout, but it certainly got fans talking about the possibility of the beloved talk show host gracing the dance floor in the future.
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