Dancing With the Stars Season 34: Premiere Songs, Performers, KPop Demon Hunters
The sparkle, sequins, and spotlight are back as Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars kicks off on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. A brand-new cast of celebrities will take their first spin around the ballroom floor, and fans already have an exclusive look at the songs and dances chosen for opening night.
This season’s lineup brings together pop stars, actors, athletes, and reality TV personalities—all ready to compete for the coveted mirrorball trophy. The live band will perform iconic hits from Ariana Grande, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and even KPop Demon Hunters’ fictional group HUNTR/X, giving the premiere night a powerful and eclectic soundtrack.
Competitors, Songs, and Premiere Dances
Lauren Jauregui (Fifth Harmony singer) with pro Brandon Armstrong — Tango to “Yes, And?” by Ariana Grande
Jen Affleck with pro Jan Ravnik — Salsa to “NUEVAYoL” by Bad Bunny
Corey Feldman (musician and actor) with pro Jenna Johnson — Tango to “It’s Still Rock & Roll to Me” by Billy Joel
Alix Earle with pro Val Chmerkovskiy — Cha-cha to “Circus” by Britney Spears
Whitney Leavitt with pro Mark Ballas — Tango to “Golden” by HUNTR/X (KPop Demon Hunters)
Hilaria Baldwin with pro Gleb Savchenko — Cha-cha to “Let’s Get Loud” by Jennifer Lopez
Dylan Efron (Traitors season 3 champion) with pro Daniella Karagach — Cha-cha to “Milkshake” by Kelis
Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World alum) with pro Pasha Pashkov — Tango to “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” by Kelly Clarkson
Elaine Hendrix (Parent Trap, Dynasty) with pro Alan Bersten — Cha-cha to “Woman” by Kesha
Scott Hoying (Pentatonix singer) with pro Rylee Arnold — Tango to “Abracadabra” by Lady Gaga
Baron Davis (former NBA player) with pro Britt Stewart — Cha-cha to “U Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer
Andy Richter (comedian and actor) with pro Emma Slater — Cha-cha to “Hold On, I’m Coming” by Sam & Dave
Robert Irwin (wildlife conservationist) with pro Witney Carson — Jive to “Born to Be Wild” by Steppenwolf
Jordan Chiles (Olympic gymnast) with pro Ezra Sosa — Salsa to TBD (though Chiles hinted at wanting to dance to something from Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter).
Season 34 will be co-hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough. Judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough will also return.
Dancing With the Stars will air at 8 PM local on ABC and Disney+, Hulu will be available the next day.
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Source: Yahoo