Dancing with the Stars Season 35 Cast Announced Dancing with the Stars season 35 is set to return in the fall of 2026, with three cast members officially announced as of May 2026. The full lineup, including professional dancers and additional celebrities, will be revealed during a September 2026 broadcast of Good Morning America. Host Julianne Hough mentioned that fans have been reaching out to her via direct messages, expressing interest in joining the show. Ciara Miller, a former cast member of Bravo’s Summer House and a contestant on Peacock’s The Traitors, was among the first to be announced. She spoke to People in April 2026 about her preparation for the season, stating she would focus on yoga, Pilates, and running to build stamina. She also expressed her desire to partner with pro dancer Val Chmerkovskiy, a frequent collaborator on the show. Maura Higgins, a reality TV personality and model, joined the cast alongside Miller. Higgins, a former Love Island contestant and host of its spinoff Love Island USA: Aftersun, shared her excitement for the season during an April 2026 interview with Good Morning America. She emphasized her commitment to fitness and the opportunity to wear “sexy costumes.” Higgins also hinted at her hope to pair with Mark Ballas, her former The Traitors co-star, and potentially win the Mirrorball Trophy. The third announced contestant is Jackson Olson, a second baseman for the Savannah Bananas, an independent baseball team in Georgia, and a social media influencer. His casting was revealed during the Disney Upfronts event in May 2026. His girlfriend, Maggie Sajak—daughter of Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak—celebrated the news on Instagram, calling him “beyond proud.#dancing_with_the_stars #val_chmerkovskiy #maura_higgins #ciara_miller #julianne_hough
Maura Higgins won't date yet, focusing on fashion after Traitors Maura Higgins, the 35-year-old reality star, has shifted her focus from romance to fashion following her appearance on The Traitors. Just days after finishing as the runner-up in the show’s fourth season, she has already established herself as a style icon, securing major brand deals and positioning fashion as her new priority. Her journey from reality TV contestant to fashion influencer highlights a significant career pivot, with her public image and professional ambitions taking center stage. Higgins’ transition began after her second-place finish on The Traitors, which concluded in late February 2026. The Irish star, who previously gained fame as a contestant on Love Island UK in 2019, embraced the challenge of the game as a Faithful player, reaching the finale before facing betrayal from her closest ally, Rob Rausch. Despite the heartbreak of being blindsided by Rausch’s betrayal, Higgins maintained her composure, leveraging her poise and fashion-forward choices to solidify her reputation as a compelling television personality. Her fashion choices became a defining aspect of her Traitors experience, with standout looks from brands like Dsquared2 and bold accessories earning her the title of “Best Dressed” for the season. This attention to style caught the eye of industry insiders, leading to a six-figure partnership with Victoria’s Secret. Her presence at high-profile events such as Fashion Week, the BAFTAs, and other industry gatherings further underscores her commitment to building a career in fashion. Higgins has also made it clear that her focus remains on personal growth and career advancement rather than romantic pursuits.#the_traitors #maura_higgins #victoria_s_secret #rob_rausch #dsquared2
Maura Higgins’ Outlook On Single Life Is So Refreshing Queen Maura strikes again Maura Higgins always says the quiet part out loud—and that’s why we will continue to be obsessed with her. Fresh off The Traitors US and consistently styling up a storm on the red carpet, Maura has come a long way from her Longford roots… and from the concept of needing a partner to feel secure. The presenter and social star has been linked to a few guys over the years, but over the past 12 months or so, she has been embracing single life. Enthusiastically so. “I don’t want to bring just anyone into my energy. It wasn’t even a plan to be celibate. I didn’t put a timeline on it,” she told Cosmopolitan. “I just had terrible exes and needed a break. I wanted to focus on me, my career, and my energy. Now that it’s been over a year, I don’t even think of men. I’m not saying I’m not open [to a relationship], but I’m not checking my DMs to see who’s in there. I’m not searching for it.” Nor should she be. There are so many great things about being in a relationship… but there are countless positives to being single too. The independence, the stacked social calendar, and, if you’re Maura Higgins, the fact that your career is growing exponentially as you continue to break into the US market. Maura didn’t just come second on the most recent season of The Traitors US—she also served consistent looks on the show, ensuring every single viewer (and brand) was aware of her status as a fashion icon. Since then, she has launched a new campaign with Uber all about the necessity of an Irish exit, interviewed Zendaya and R-Patz at the premiere for upcoming film The Drama, and of course, nabbed herself that Birkin bag.#zendaya #uber #maura_higgins #the_traitors_us #r_patz
