Carrie Ann Inaba Shares Message of Optimism Ahead of ‘DWTS’ Season 32
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Ahead of Dancing With The Stars season 32, Carrie Ann Inaba shares a message of positivity to fans. Apparently, the judge has taken some time off to reflect on the recent happenings related to the show.
Carrie Ann Inaba is Optimistic for DWTS Season 32
On May 23, Inaba took a moment to admit that she’s been contemplating about DWTS lately. According to the judge, she feels “pleased” that the series is back on ABC alongside Disney+.
“This allows for even more people to have access to our show and it allows the people who have been watch us from the beginning to continue watching us again in the fall,” she said.
Under the same post, Inaba stated that she took a social media detox, which led her to moments of reflection. She continued and said that it’s an honor that after numerous season, their DWTS family has been “growing” and “evolving.”
“We have lost some of our loved ones along the way… but they will always be with us in the ballroom,” Inaba wrote. “And if you are a part of our #family then you also know that we’ve gained a few new family members along the way. Congratulations to all the new dancing mamas and papas out there.”
In the past month, the DWTS family lost a legend in Len Goodman after he lost the battle against bone cancer. Amid this significant loss, many female pros have given birth to their babies, further growing the DWTS family.
What Will Happen to the Judging Panel of the Series?
Before his unfortunate demise, Goodman had announced his retirement from DWTS in November 2022. Since he joined in 2005, Goodman has only taken a few breaks from his panel responsibilities until his exit. Meanwhile, Inaba and Bruno Tonioli have served as judges for 31 consecutive seasons.
Inaba and Tonioli are slated to return to the DWTS judging panel for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, Derek Hough, who is a judge since season 29, will also be joining the two. Be that as it may, at this time, it’s uncertain whether Goodman will be replaced, or not. As of writing, there have been tons of rumors suggesting that the fourth chair on the panel will remain unfilled.
