Jenna Johnson Chmerkovskiy Shares Whether She’s Returning to ‘DWTS’ or Not
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Dancing With The Stars Season 33 is right around the corner. With a premiere date with less than a month away, it’s no surprise that the show’s pros are beginning to confirm their return to the ballroom.
Jenna Johnson Chmerkovskiy Talks Dancing With The Stars Season 33
Longtime Dancing With The Stars pro Jenna Johnson recently discussed her and Val Chmerkovskiy’s Emmy nomination with TVline in August 2024. After discussing last season’s Len Goodman tribute, Johnson was asked about her return to the ballroom.
“I don’t [know if I’ll be back], but I love that. Not knowing keeps me more motivated,” she said. “It keeps me focused and encouraged to better myself and get prepared no matter what. Hopefully, Val and I will both hear very soon about the upcoming season. It’s coming up very quickly. Fingers crossed!
For those who may not know, Johnson was paired with supermodel Tyson Beckford. They were eliminated during the third week of the competition. Prior to her pairing with Beckford, Johnson took Season 31 off while on maternity leave. Johnson has one Mirrorball trophy, with DWTS: Athletes partner Adam Rippon.
The First Celebrity Contestant is Official
Earlier this week, the first member of this season’s cast was announced on Good Morning America. 25 year old gymnast, Stephen Nedoroscik, is the first cast member. In case you missed it, the two-time bronze medalist gained national prominence as part of Team USA’s men’s gymnastics team.
Nedoroscik isn’t only making waves in the Olympics, he’s also making waves in the ballroom. The gymnast is the first male gymnast to compete on the series. For those who may not know, past female gymnasts include Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, Suni Lee, Shawn Johnson and Mary Lou Retton.
Apparently, when asked to join the show, Nedoroscik accepted right away. He’s very excited to bring his gym skills to the ballroom.
“I want to do some flairs. I want to brings some of that gymnastics,” he said on Good Morning America. “Maybe a back flip or a handstand. I wanna have fun with it.”
From the pommel horse to the dance floor, two-time bronze medalist Stephen Nedoroscik is hitting the ballroom floor on this season of #DWTS! 🕺🏅👏
— Good Morning America (@GMA) August 22, 2024
"I want to bring some of that gymnastics. Maybe a backflip or handstand."@GymnastSteve@officialdwtshttps://t.co/mAGRowlBi4 pic.twitter.com/g1gh9gmWkp
Fans couldn’t be more excited about the gymnast joining the series. They believe that he should be paired with professional newcomer Rylee Arnold.
Dancing With The Stars premieres on September 17 on ABC and Disney+. Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro are set to co-host the series again this year. The judging panel returning to the series includes Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Derek Hough. The official celebrity cast will be announced on Good Morning America on Wednesday September 4.
