Dancing With the Stars (DTS) is returning for another season, with the first two celebrity cast members joining season 35. The announcement was made during Hulu’s Get Real House 2026 presentation. The full cast will be announced at a later date. This move capitalizes on ABC's resurgence in the show following season 34's high ratings and high audience interaction. The casting of Summer House star Ciara Miller and Maura Higgins reflects a recent scandal surrounding Miller's co-stars' relationship. There is speculation that Miller could be the next star of The Bachelorette, which was put on hold after Taylor Frankie Paul's planned 22nd season was cancelled. Additionally, ABC is expanding Dancing into a franchise with a new competition series set around aspiring pro dancers, Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro.