The glitz and glamour of Dancing with the Stars has captivated audiences for years, but beyond the celebrity partnerships, a new phenomenon is emerging. Professional dancers like Julianne Hough, Derek Hough, Jenna Johnson, Val Chmerkovskiy, Maks Chmerkovskiy, Mark Ballas, Cheryl Burke, and Sharna Burgess are stepping into the spotlight and gaining their own legions of fans.
To capitalize on this growing interest in the dancers, Dancing with the Stars is expanding its franchise with a new spinoff series, Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro. This exciting new show will feature up-and-coming professional dancers competing in a grueling audition process, with the winner earning a coveted spot as a pro dancer on the next season of DWTS.
With the prize being a chance to join the cast of DWTS next fall, it’s likely that Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro will air this summer. Viewers can expect to catch the show on ABC, with potential streaming options on Hulu or Disney+.
As the buzz builds around this new spinoff, speculation is rising about who will host the series. Reports suggest that Season 24 DWTS winner Robert Irwin is in talks to take on this exciting role.
In terms of judging, familiar faces from the main show are being considered. Mark Ballas, a three-time DWTS champion, and his mother Shirley Ballas, known as “The Queen of Latin,” are among the contenders. Shirley’s expertise from her role as head judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing could bring the same level of insight that Len Goodman once provided to Dancing with the Stars.
A third judge, possibly rotating, would also join the panel to provide a well-rounded perspective. While there’s no trailer yet for Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, fans can anticipate an intense competition and a fresh take on the world of competitive dance.
The legacy of Dancing with the Stars continues to evolve, showcasing the talent and dedication of professional dancers in the industry. Witnesses to this transformation can’t help but be drawn into the excitement of what’s to come.
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