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Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro

Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro

Returning Series · First aired 2026-07-13

12 exceptional up-and-coming dancers move into one house and compete in a grueling audition process, all vying for a coveted spot as a pro dancer on Season 35 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Season 1

E7 · Paired with the Pros: Semi-Finals with Kym Johnson
Aired 2026-08-24

The final four team up with "Dancing with the Stars" pros Rylee Arnold, Gleb Savchenko, Jan Ravnik and Witney Carson for two semifinal rounds, competing for a place in the finale. Two-time Mirrorball champion Kym Johnson joins as guest judge.

E8 · The Final Step: Finale with Derek Hough and Witney Carson
Aired 2026-08-31

The final three perform with former "Dancing with the Stars" finalists Charli D'Amelio, Nev Schulman and Adam Rippon to win the title of "Next Pro." Witney Carson will serve as co-host with Robert Irwin, and Derek Hough will guest judge.