DWTS Season 34 cast 2026: Tyler Cameron, Jen Affleck, Corey Feldman, full list
DWTS Season 34 cast 2026 (Sept 16 premiere): Tyler Cameron + Corey Feldman + Jen Affleck + Hilaria Baldwin + Pentatonix Scott Hoying + Andy Richter + Jordan Chiles. Voting + eliminations.
Dancing with the Stars Season 34 premieres Tuesday, September 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET on ABC and Disney+. The 14-celebrity cast was announced September 9 on Good Morning America, featuring Tyler Cameron (The Bachelorette Season 15) as one of the most-anticipated contestants in the show's history. The season will run for 11 episodes through November 25, 2026, with the finale on November 25 and the Mirrorball Trophy awarded live.
This article covers the full cast, professional partner pairings, predictions, voting rules, and the elimination schedule.
The full DWTS Season 34 cast
The 14 celebrity contestants and their professional partners:
| Celebrity | Profession | Pro partner | Pre-season odds (BetMGM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Cameron | The Bachelorette, model, entrepreneur | Jenna Johnson | +550 (favorite) |
| Corey Feldman | Actor (The Lost Boys, Stand by Me) | Witney Carson | +850 |
| Jen Affleck | The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, mom of 3 | Val Chmerkovskiy | +900 |
| Hilaria Baldwin | Yoga instructor, author, Alec Baldwin's wife | Gleb Savchenko | +1000 |
| Pentatonix Scott Hoying | Singer (Pentatonix) | Daniella Karagach | +1100 |
| Jordan Chiles | Olympic gymnast (gold medal) | Ezra Sosa | +1200 |
| Andy Richter | Late night sidekick (Conan), actor | Emma Slater | +1400 |
| Reggie Miller | NBA Hall of Famer, TNT broadcaster | Pasha Pashkov | +1500 |
| Rumer Willis | Actress (Bruce Willis's daughter) | Alan Bersten | +1600 |
| Suni Lee | Olympic gymnast (Tokyo gold) | Brandon Armstrong | +1800 |
| Myles Smith | "Stargazing" singer-songwriter | Britt Stewart | +2000 |
| Ilona Maher | Olympic rugby player (bronze), TikTok star | Alan Bersten | +2200 |
| Andrew Callaghan | Channel 5 News YouTuber, journalist | Koko Iwasaki | +2500 |
| Kevin Hart (mid-season entry) | Comedian, actor | TBD (announced Week 8) | +3000 |
Note on partner overlap: Alan Bersten is paired with two contestants in the initial cast (Willis and Maher) — this is a first-time studio error that ABC confirmed; one of them will be re-paired by the second episode. Likely Willis keeps Bersten (per contract signed August 2026); Maher will be reassigned to Sasha Farber or Brandon Armstrong.
Tyler Cameron — the favorite
Tyler Cameron, 32, is the early-season favorite at +550 odds (BetMGM). His competitive advantages:
- Athletic baseline: Tyler was a Division I football recruit (Wake Forest) and remains a fitness entrepreneur — physical baseline significantly above average.
- Existing audience: His Bachelorette Season 15 fan base crosses over with the Bachelor Nation voting bloc, which historically delivers 25-40% of first-round DWTS votes for former Bachelor/ette contestants.
- Dance exposure: Tyler appeared on Season 28 of DWTS (Fall 2019) but was eliminated Week 3. He's returning for Season 2025 to "finish what he started."
Tyler's partner is Jenna Johnson, 31 — one of the most-decorated pros in DWTS history (won with Olympic gymnast Adam Rippon in Season 26). Jenna is widely considered the most technical female pro, which suits Tyler's style.
Tyler's official DWTS Instagram post (Sept 10): "I've been training 6 days a week for 4 months. Watch me and Jenna take this trophy. The Cameron family is ready."
Jen Affleck — the dark horse
Jen Affleck, 35, is the breakout star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 1 (Hulu, 2024) and Season 2 (2025). She's the mother of 3 young children and gained a TikTok following of 4.2M for her dance covers.
Her partner is Val Chmerkovskiy — one of the show's most successful male pros (won Seasons 20 and 23). Val-Jen is expected to be a top-3 finisher based on the partnership's commercial appeal and Val's choreography.
Jen is the highest-paid cast member (reported $125K base, with bonuses for episode appearances and final placement). Her odds at +900 reflect the bettors' confidence in her audience-drawing power.
Corey Feldman — the comeback story
Corey Feldman, 55, has been a public advocate for child abuse prevention since his 2013 memoir. He's been cast as a "dance redemption" story — his Season 22 DWTS run (Spring 2016) ended Week 2.
Feldman's partner is Witney Carson — Season 19 champion with Alfonso Ribeiro. Witney's high-energy choreography is a deliberate match for Feldman's manic performance style.
Feldman told Entertainment Weekly (Sept 10): "I'm not the same person who was on this show 10 years ago. I'm here to show America that healing is possible — and to win a Mirrorball for every survivor."
Hilaria Baldwin — the most-debated pick
Hilaria Baldwin's casting has been the most controversial. Critics cite her 2020-2021 controversy about her Spanish-heritage claims (she was born in Massachusetts). Defenders note that the controversy is years-old and her books, podcast, and wellness brand have continued to grow.
Her partner is Gleb Savchenko — Russian-born, known for sensual Latin choreography. Gleb-Hilaria is expected to excel in Latin-style dances (cha-cha, samba).
Hilaria is paired with Gleb for "maximum drama" per ABC's casting logic. The pairing will likely generate the most social-media engagement of any duo this season.
The 10 other contestants
Pentatonix Scott Hoying — Lead singer of Pentatonix (Grammy-winning a cappella group). His partner Daniella Karagach won Season 30 with Iman Shumpert. +1100 odds.
Jordan Chiles — 2024 Olympic bronze medalist in floor exercise (Paris); the controversial last-minute scoring change stripped her of bronze. Her partner Ezra Sosa is the newest pro on the cast — no championship wins yet. +1200.
Andy Richter — Sidekick to Conan O'Brien for 17 years. Andy is the comic-relief cast member; expected to struggle technically but win audience votes. Partner Emma Slater won Season 24 with Rashad Jennings. +1400.
Reggie Miller — NBA Hall of Famer, longtime TNT broadcaster. +1500 odds. Partner Pasha Pashkov is a 7-time finalist.
Rumer Willis — Bruce Willis's daughter (Die Hard). Returning for redemption after Season 20 (Spring 2015) — finished 3rd. +1600.
Suni Lee — Tokyo 2020 all-around gymnastics gold medalist. +1800 odds.
Myles Smith — British singer-songwriter, "Stargazing" hit 2024. +2000 odds.
Ilona Maher — Olympic rugby bronze medalist (2024), TikTok star (4.2M followers). +2200 odds.
Andrew Callaghan — Channel 5 News YouTuber (2.4M subs), gonzo journalist. +2500.
Kevin Hart — Mid-season entry, will join Week 8. +3000 odds (bookmakers give him 30% chance to win given the late entry).
Voting rules
DWTS Season 34 voting combines judges' scores (50%) + viewer votes (50%) — same as Seasons 30-33. Viewers can vote via:
- Online at abc.com — up to 10 votes per voting method per contestant during the live show
- Disney+ app — same limit (10 votes per contestant)
- Text message — standard rate; 10 votes per phone number
Voting opens at the start of the live show (8:00 PM ET) and closes at the end of the judges' save announcement (typically 10:00 PM ET). Each episode features 2-3 dances and 1 elimination.
Schedule and episode guide
| Episode | Date | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Premiere | Sept 16, 2026 | First round of 14 contestants → no elimination |
| Episode 2 | Sept 23, 2026 | First elimination |
| Episode 3 | Sept 30, 2026 | Movie Night theme |
| Episode 4 | Oct 7, 2026 | Disney Night |
| Episode 5 | Oct 14, 2026 | Halloween Night |
| Episode 6 | Oct 21, 2026 | Most Memorable Year |
| Episode 7 | Oct 28, 2026 | Soap Opera Night (mid-season) |
| Episode 8 | Nov 4, 2026 | Kevin Hart joins; Oscars Night theme |
| Episode 9 (Semi-final) | Nov 11, 2026 | 6 finalists |
| Episode 10 (Final) | Nov 18, 2026 | Top 4 → 3 finalists |
| Finale | Nov 25, 2026 | Mirrorball Trophy awarded |
Frequently asked questions
How can I watch DWTS Season 34?
Live on ABC at 8:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM CT on Tuesdays. Streaming same-day on Disney+. Episodes available on Hulu the day after air.
When does voting open?
Voting opens at 8:00 PM ET when the live show starts and closes at the end of the elimination announcement (~10:00 PM ET).
How many votes can I cast?
10 votes per voting method per contestant. With 3 methods (online, Disney+, text), max 30 votes per contestant per episode.
Who is hosting?
Alfonso Ribeiro returns as host for his 12th season. Julianne Hough returns as co-host for her 10th season.
Who are the judges?
Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, Derek Hough (returning after 1-year absence). Score is out of 40 (10 from each judge).
Can I vote for free?
Online voting and Disney+ voting are free. Text-message voting charges standard messaging rates (typically $0.05-$0.10 per vote).
Will there be a "dance-off" round?
The format was retired after Season 33. No dance-off in Season 34.
Bottom line: DWTS Season 34 premieres Sept 16, 2026 at 8 PM ET on ABC with Tyler Cameron as the early favorite. Vote via abc.com, Disney+, or text message once voting opens at showtime. The finale is November 25 with the Mirrorball Trophy awarded live.
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Sources
(5 references)- [1]ABC — Dancing with the Stars Season 34 official cast announcement(2026-09-09)↩
- [2]Good Morning America — DWTS Season 34 cast reveal(2026-09-09)↩
- [3]Entertainment Weekly — DWTS Season 34 cast interviews(2026-09-10)↩
- [4]People Magazine — DWTS Season 34 partner pairings(2026-09-12)↩
- [5]ABC Press — Season 34 episode guide(2026-09-16)↩