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October 29, 2026

‘DANCING WITH THE STARS’ SETS THE STAGE FOR A MAGICAL ‘DISNEY NIGHT’ ON ABC AND DISNEY+

Download Assets HERE “Disney Night” – The ballroom transforms into Broadway as the remaining 8 couples bring the magic of Disney to life through showstopping performances inspired by beloved Disney stories and their iconic stage adaptations. From enchanting musical numbers to theatrical choreography, the stars take center stage for a night of Disney magic with a Broadway twist. “Disney Night” airs on a special Monday night with guest judge GRAMMY®, Emmy® and Tony® winner and three-time Academy Award® nominee Cynthia Erivo, MONDAY, NOV. 2 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST/PST, 7:00-9:00 p.m. CST), simulcasting LIVE across both ABC and Disney+ in local time zones and next day on Hulu and Hulu for Disney+ subscribers. The show is produced in front of a live audience by BBC Studios. The couples (along with their dance styles and songs) are the following: Amber Glenn and partner Pasha Pashkov will perform a Quickstep to “A Star Is Born” from “Hercules” Maura Higgins and partner Mark Ballas will perform

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 29, 2026

Dancing with the Stars: Disney Night (11/2)

MONDAY, NOV. 2 8:00-10:00 p.m. EST – Dancing with the Stars: “Disney Night” (3509) Logline: The ballroom transforms into Broadway as the remaining eight couples bring the magic of Disney to life through showstopping performances inspired by beloved Disney stories and their iconic stage adaptations. Cynthia Erivo will serve as guest judge. (TV-PG, L) Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 27, 2026

ABC DECKS THE HALLS WITH FESTIVE HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING FOR 2026

‘Tis the season for ABC, with holiday specials, must-see films and seasonal episodes of favorite shows. Highlights include joyful episodes of “Abbott Elementary,” “America’s Funniest Home Videos,” “Celebrity Family Feud,” “Press Your Luck,” “Scrubs” and “What Would You Do?: Holiday Edition.” “Dancing with the Holidays” will dazzle viewers as part of ABC’s annual holiday specials, which include “CMA Country Christmas” from Nashville, “The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular” and “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2026,” alongside annual events including the “2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony,” “The Year: 2026” and ratings juggernaut “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest.” The Wonderful World of Disney presents holiday classics, including “The Santa Clause,” “Home Alone,” beloved favorites “Die Hard” and “Father of the Bride,” and the broadcast premieres of “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” and “Mufasa: The Lion King.” The holidays are a time for family

Press Release - Holiday Programming

October 23, 2026

Dancing with the Stars: Horror Movie Night (10/27)

TUESDAY, OCT. 27 8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT – Dancing with the Stars: “Horror Movie Night” (3508) Logline: It’s a night of thrills, chills and killer choreography as the remaining couples hit the ballroom with performances inspired by legendary horror films. “Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro” judge Shirley Ballas will serve as guest judge. (TV-PG, L) Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 22, 2026

‘DANCING WITH THE STARS’ SERVES UP SPOOKS AND SCARES WITH ‘HORROR MOVIE NIGHT’

Download Assets HERE “Horror Movie Night” – It’s a night of thrills, chills and killer choreography as the remaining couples hit the ballroom with performances inspired by legendary horror films. “Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro” judge Shirley Ballas will serve as guest judge. “Horror Movie Night” airs TUESDAY, OCT. 27 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT/PDT, 7:00-9:00 p.m. CDT), simulcasting LIVE across both ABC and Disney+ in local time zones and next day on Hulu and Hulu for Disney+ subscribers. The show is produced in front of a live audience by BBC Studios. The couples (along with their dance styles and songs) are the following: Tatyana Ali and partner Jan Ravnik will perform a Paso Doble to “I Lied to You” by Miles Caton, inspired by “Sinners” Jenna Dewan and partner Val Chmerkovskiy will perform an Argentine Tango to “Uninvited” by Damned Anthem and Kendra Dantes, inspired by Zombie movies Jackson Olson and partner Emma Slater will perform a Contemporary to “That’s Life” by Frank Sinatra

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 22, 2026

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Waltzes to Season High During Heartfelt ‘Dedication Night’ With 7.36 Million Total Viewers

Series photos are available here. As the remaining 10 couples took to the floor, “Dancing with the Stars” scored 7.36 million Total Viewers, rising week to week (+12%; vs. 6.59 million) to hit a season high with the show’s best non-finale episode in six years — since the Season 29 premiere (9/14/20). “Dancing with the Stars” (7.36 million) stood as the No. 1 show on a competitive Tuesday night, leading its closest competition by double digits, including CBS’ “NCIS” (+17%; vs. 6.30 million) and NBC’s special NBA telecast between defending champions New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers (+23%; vs. 5.98 million). “Dancing with the Stars” is produced by BBC Studios. On next week’s “Dancing with the Stars” (Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. on ABC and Disney+, streaming next day on Hulu), the ballroom comes alive for “Horror Movie Night” with guest judge Shirley Ballas. Source: Nielsen National Live+Same Day Big Data Plus Panel Program Ratings for 10/20/26. *COPYRIGHT ©2026 Disney Enterprise

Press Release - Ratings

October 16, 2026

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Scores With Show’s ‘Super Bowl Night’

Series photos are available here. It was game time in the ballroom this week as the remaining “Dancing with the Stars” couples performed songs made famous by some of the most iconic Super Bowl performances throughout the years. ESPN “Monday Night Football”’s Joe Buck joined the judges panel for the festive night, in which “Dancing with the Stars” scored 6.59 million Total Viewers and a 1.56 rating among Adults 18-49. “Dancing with the Stars” rose week to week in Total Viewers (+2% – 6.59 million vs. 6.44 million) and by double digits in Adults 18-49 (+11% – 1.56 rating vs. 1.41 rating). In fact, among Adults 18-49, “Dancing with the Stars” grew for the fourth telecast in a row, hitting a season high and posting the show’s best non-finale episode in over nine years — since “A Night at the Movies” on 5/1/17. “Dancing with the Stars” stood as the No. 1 show of the night, leading Tuesday’s No. 2 show by double digits in Total Viewers (+11% – 6.59 million vs. 5.92 million for CBS’s “NCIS”)

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Press Release - Ratings

October 14, 2026

‘DANCING WITH THE STARS’ BRINGS HEART AND MEANING TO THE BALLROOM WITH ‘DEDICATION NIGHT’ ON ABC AND DISNEY+

Download Assets HERE “Dedication Night” – The ballroom gets personal as the 10 remaining couples take to the dance floor to deliver heartfelt performances honoring the influential people and places that have shaped their lives. Special guest judge Kym Johnson returns to offer her expert insights. “Dedication Night” airs TUESDAY, OCT. 20 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT/PDT, 7:00-9:00 p.m. CDT), simulcasting LIVE across both ABC and Disney+ in local time zones and next day on Hulu and Hulu for Disney+ subscribers. The show is produced in front of a live audience by BBC Studios. The couples (along with their dance styles and songs) are the following: Jackson Olson and partner Emma Slater will perform a Quickstep to “L-O-V-E” by Nat King Cole, dedicated to his mom Laura Julia Stiles and partner Ezra Sosa will perform a Contemporary to “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Frankie Valli, dedicated to Heath Ledger Harry Shum Jr. and partner Jenna Johnson will perform a Foxtrot to “Stop This Train” by John M

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 14, 2026

Dancing with the Stars: Dedication Night (10/20)

TUESDAY, OCT. 20 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – Dancing with the Stars: “Dedication Night” (3507) Logline: The ballroom gets personal as the 10 remaining couples take to the dance floor to deliver heartfelt performances honoring the influential people and places that have shaped their lives. Guest judge Kym Johnson returns to offer her expert insights. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 8, 2026

Dancing with the Stars: Super Bowl Night (10/13)

TUESDAY, OCT. 13 8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT – Dancing with the Stars: “Super Bowl Night” (3506) Logline: It’s game time in the ballroom! The remaining 11 couples will perform songs made famous by some of the most iconic Super Bowl performances throughout the years. “Monday Night Football” broadcaster Joe Buck joins as a guest judge. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

Dancing with the Stars

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‘DANCING WITH THE STARS’ SETS THE STAGE FOR A MAGICAL ‘DISNEY NIGHT’ ON ABC AND DISNEY+

Dancing with the Stars: Disney Night (11/2)

ABC DECKS THE HALLS WITH FESTIVE HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING FOR 2026

Dancing with the Stars: Horror Movie Night (10/27)

‘DANCING WITH THE STARS’ SERVES UP SPOOKS AND SCARES WITH ‘HORROR MOVIE NIGHT’

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Waltzes to Season High During Heartfelt ‘Dedication Night’ With 7.36 Million Total Viewers

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Scores With Show’s ‘Super Bowl Night’

‘DANCING WITH THE STARS’ BRINGS HEART AND MEANING TO THE BALLROOM WITH ‘DEDICATION NIGHT’ ON ABC AND DISNEY+

Dancing with the Stars: Dedication Night (10/20)

Dancing with the Stars: Super Bowl Night (10/13)

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