Olympic Gymnast Jordan Chiles Reportedly Joining ‘Dancing with the Stars‘ Season 34
Los Angeles, California – September 1, 2025, 08:00 PDT – Olympic bronze medalist Jordan Chiles is widely expected to compete on the upcoming 34th season of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars,” according to multiple sources. The declaration, anticipated within the next week, would mark the latest instance of elite gymnasts transitioning to the ballroom, following in the footsteps of past competitors like Rhys McClenaghan, Louis Smith, and Claudia Fragapane.
Chiles’ participation adds meaningful star power to the show’s lineup and taps into the heightened public interest following her performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics.The inclusion of a recent Olympic medalist aligns with “Dancing with the Stars'” strategy of attracting athletes with established fan bases and compelling narratives.This casting also continues a trend of showcasing gymnasts’ athleticism and grace in a new competitive arena, demonstrating their versatility beyond the sport.
Several gymnasts have found success on international versions of the program. Rhys mcclenaghan triumphed on “Dancing with the Stars (Ireland)” in Season 8 (2025), partnered with Laura nolan, securing the coveted Glitterball Trophy.Louis Smith previously won “Strictly Come Dancing (UK)” Series 10 in 2012 with Flavia Cacace, becoming the first gymnast to achieve the victory. While not reaching the top spot, fabian Hambuchen achieved 3rd place on “Let’s Dance (Germany)” Season 18 (2025) alongside Anastasia Maruster, and Claudia Fragapane reached 4th place on “Strictly Come Dancing (UK)” Series 14 in 2016, partnered with AJ Pritchard.
“Dancing with the Stars” Season 34 is slated to premiere on September 16, 2025, on ABC and Disney+. Further cast announcements are expected in the coming days.