'Dancing With The Stars' Confirms Charli and Heidi D'Amelio Casting Rumors

returned Monday with a high-energy Elvis Night, which paid tribute to the King of Rock & Roll — and the stars all stepped up to the challenge with some impressive performances.Host Tyra Banks and new co-host Alfonso Ribeiro emceed the proceedings as returning judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli critiqued and scored the slate of celebs' exciting numbers, which were all set to Elvis classics.For some stars — including actor Daniel Durant — the high-energy numbers were particularly challenging, while other stars seemed to thrive with the attention-grabbing routines.Here's a look at some of the best numbers of the night, and the celebs who are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy — and  I love your beautiful outfit! @JordinSparkspic.twitter.com/NrSDhUnFGPAnother night, another incredible example of just how impressive Jordin Sparks' range of talent really is. She can sing, she can act and she's taking to dancing with impressive flair.

Second thoughts? Artem Chigvintsev didn’t know that his season 31 partner, Heidi D’Amelio, wanted to quit Dancing With the Stars ahead of their first performance together.

George Stephanopoulos may be one of ABC and Good Morning America's top journalists and anchors, but he definitely wasn't interested in stepping too far outside of his comfort zone.MORE: Ali Wentworth supports husband George Stephanopoulos' big new projectOn the latest installment of the morning news show, he and his co-star Michael Strahan opened up the day by discussing the items on their agenda.VIDEO: GMA's George Stephanopoulos surprises Michael Strahan live on airAmong them was a behind-the-scenes look at the 31st season premiere of Dancing with the Stars, featuring one of their very own, Sam Champion.Teasing a segment where he would be talking to his co-star Lara Spencer about his first dance and experience on the show, Michael threw in a tiny quip as well.MORE: Ali Wentworth impresses Robin Roberts with surprising summertime activity"You're next, George," he joked to his fellow anchor as they shared clips from the historic first episode, and George definitely wasn't interested."Sam did pretty well last night, didn't he?" George initially said, before responding: "No, Michael, I am not next.

After five years away, professional dancer Mark Ballas made his return to “Dancing With the Stars” ballroom on Monday night as the show moved to Disney+, hitting the top spot on the leaderboard with his celebrity partner, TikTok star Charli D’Amelio. And backstage, after the show, the pro reacted to not only getting the night’s top scores, but praise from his longtime friend Derek Hough, who has since become a judge on the show.“Derek and I have been friends since we were 10. We’ve lived together, we went to school together every day, you know? Dude used to steal my clothes.

Heidi D’Amelio revealed on the premiere night of Dancing With the Stars that she almost quit the show in the days leading up to the first episode. Now, she’s explaining what happened.

is back for Season 31, on its new home on Disney+, and the familiar show felt largely unchanged in its new modified, commercial-free format that gave more time for the dances and the judges' feedback.Returning host Tyra Banks was joined by new co-host Alfonso Ribeiro — as well as returning judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli — as they saw a new slate of celebs hit the dance floor for their debut performances.With the theme of Premiere Night Party, the slate of 16 celeb-pro couples brought their best to the dance floor with numbers set to the stars' favorite party songs. Some performances, as expected, fell a bit flat, while others wowed the judges and earned some impressive scores.Here's a look at some of the best numbers of the night, and the celebs who are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy.

Disney Plus.  Dancing With the Stars first debuted in June 2005 on ABC and soon became one of its most popular shows, though ratings have dropped in recent years. While it may not be the powerhouse it used to be, DWTS still has allure for Disney Plus, which is seeking to expand its subscriber base with different offerings.

Dancing With The Stars is officially back tonight!

Dancing with the Stars is ushering in a new era. After 30 seasons of airing on ABC, the reality competition is gearing up for its new home on Disney +. Former pro-turned-judge Derek Hough says he’s proud to be involved in a series that keeps fresh with shifting trends.

Disney Plus.  Dancing With the Stars first debuted in June 2005 on ABC and soon became one of its most popular shows, though ratings have dropped in recent years. While it may not be the powerhouse it used to be, DWTS still has allure for Disney Plus, which is seeking to expand its subscriber base with different offerings.

The plot thickens. Leonardo DiCaprio was spotted partying with Gigi Hadid after his split from Camila Morrone, an insider exclusively tells Us Weekly.

There for her! Charli D’Amelio is getting ready to compete on Dancing With the Stars alongside partner Mark Ballas — and the TikTok star has already received plenty of support from boyfriend Landon Barker and his famous family.

Selma Blair with partner Sasha FarberWayne Brady with partner Witney Carson Sam Champion, with partner Cheryl Burke Charli D’Amelio with partner Mark Ballas Heidi D’Amelio with partner Artem Chigvintsev Jessie James Decker with partner Alan Bersten Trevor Donovan with partner Emma Slater  Daniel Durant  with partner Britt Stewart Teresa Giudice with partner Pasha Pashkov Vinny Guadagnino with partner Koko IwasakiCheryl Ladd with partner Louis van AmstelJason Lewis with partner Peta MurgatroyShangela with partner Gleb Savchenko Jordin Sparks with partner Brandon Armstrong  Gabby Windey with partner Val ChmerkovskiyHost Tyra Banks and co-host, and former mirrorball champ Alfonso Ribeiro will helm things this season, while Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough are all back at the judges table.The new season premieres live, Monday, Sept. 19, at 8 p.m.

Dancing with the Stars is logging a couple of firsts in its 31st season. Chief among them: a new digital home, a significant star from a competing broadcast network and its first-ever drag queen competitor.

Comeback king! Mark Ballas will once again be hitting the dance floor on Dancing With the Stars, five years after he exited the show after season 25.

Ready to dance with somebody! The season 31 cast of Dancing With the Stars was officially announced on Good Morning America on Thursday, September 8.

 on Thursday, announcing a glitzy list of celebrities.The network announced their full list of dancing duos via  just two days after Charli and Heidi D'Amelio confirmed their casting to Michael Strahan following several weeks of rumors. “I don’t know how fist pumping and ballroom go together but I’m going to figure it out.” — @VINNYGUADAGNINO on joining #DWTS!#DancingOnGMA@officialdwtshttps://t.co/YkppryqQfUpic.twitter.com/zasjIhdBeCMeet the season 31 contestants! Selma Blair joins  four years after first announcing her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, and just several months removed from the release of her memoir,. As an actress, Blair is perhaps most well known for her roles in and and in 2017, she was named one of ’s People of The Year as one of their Silence Breakers. Current Bachelorette Gabby Windey's cast announcement comes only a few days before next week's  finale.

Emily Longeretta The cast of “Dancing With the Stars” Season 31, the first season that will air on Disney+ instead of ABC, has been announced. The celebrities and their professional partners were revealed on “Good Morning America” on Thursday. Tyra Banks is set to return as host alongside a new co-host, Alfonso Ribeiro, who previously won Season 19 of the dance competition.

Stepping into the ballroom! Gabby Windey, Jordin Sparks and Wayne Brady are officially joining the season 31 cast of Dancing With the Stars, Us Weekly can exclusively reveal.