Archive · 17 Sep 2025
'Dancing With the Stars' Season Premiere Recap and Highlights
The new season of 'Dancing With the Stars' premiered, but judge Carrie Ann Inaba was out sick.
Several celebrities, including an Olympian, a reality TV star, and a singer, performed various dances like salsa and tango.
Some got high scores, while others needed work on their technique.
One comedian even admitted he was only there for the paycheck!
Nobody was eliminated this week, but next week's show will have a double elimination.
Carrie Ann Inaba missed the premiere due to illness.
Multiple celebrities performed, including Corey Feldman, Jordan Chiles, and others.
Performances included a variety of dance styles like salsa, tango, and cha cha.
Scores from the judges varied across the performances.
There was no elimination; the first elimination will be next week.
- Who
- Various celebrities
- What
- Performed on the premiere of 'Dancing With the Stars'
- When
- Recently
- Where
- The 'Dancing With the Stars' ballroom
- Why
- To compete in the new season
- Event
- 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 34 Premiere
- Absence
- Carrie Ann Inaba due to illness
- Notable Performers
- Corey Feldman, Jordan Chiles, Dylan Efron, Baron Davis, Scott Hoying, Elaine Hendrix, Jen Affleck, Danielle Fishel, Andy Richter, Alix Earle, Lauren Jauregui, Whitney Leavitt, Hilaria Baldwin, Robert Irwin
- Scores
- Scores ranged from 9 to 15 out of 20 or 30
- Elimination
- Non-elimination night; first elimination next week
Sources
Dancing with the Stars season 34 returns: Full cast, premiere date, and how to watch
Carrie Ann Inaba To Miss ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Season 34 Premiere Due To Illness; No Replacement Judge Set
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