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Dancing with the Stars

2005TV-PG35 seasons6.2 / 10

Dance like everyone's watching.

The competition sees celebrities perform choreographed dance routines which are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts and voted on by viewers. Enjoy sizzling salsas, sambas and spray-tans as they vie for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.

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Synopsis

The competition sees celebrities perform choreographed dance routines which are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts and voted on by viewers. Enjoy sizzling salsas, sambas and spray-tans as they vie for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.

Season 12 episodes

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Episode 1

Week 1 - Season Premiere

Eleven celebrity stars of season 12 are showcased. In the two hour premiere the celebrity stars and their pro dancer partners will perform either the Foxtrot or the Cha Cha Cha.

Episode credits

Guest stars Mike Catherwood, Wendy Williams, Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio

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Episode 2

Week 2 - Performances

In the second week the couples will dance either the Quickstep or the Jive. Pairs, who have performed a Ballroom Dance last week will perform Latin and vice versa.

Episode credits

Guest stars Mike Catherwood, Wendy Williams, Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio

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Episode 3

The Story So Far

Episode credits

Guest stars Mike Catherwood, Wendy Williams, Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio

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Episode 4

Week 2 - Eliminations

The judge's results from yesterday and last week will be joined with the public voting. The couple with the lowest combined total will be eliminated. Chris Brown is the guest performer.

Episode credits

Guest stars Mike Catherwood, Wendy Williams, Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio

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Episode 5

Week 3 - Performances

Five pairs will be dancing the Rumba, the others will dance Cha Cha Cha, Paso Doble, Waltz, Samba and the Foxtrot. It's personal story telling night and the celebrities have to tell their personal stories through their dance.

Episode credits

Guest stars Wendy Williams, Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane

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Episode 6

Week 3 - Eliminations

The judge's results from yesterday will be joined with the public voting. The couple with the lowest combined total will be eliminated. Selena Gomez and One Republic are the guest performers.

Episode credits

Guest stars Wendy Williams, Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane

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Episode 7

Week 4 - Performances

In the fourth week of the competition the celebrities and their pro-dancer partners will dance the Paso Doble, the Waltz or the Viennese Waltz.

Episode credits

Guest stars Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley

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Episode 8

Week 4 - Eliminations

Jennifer Hudson and David Garrett are the guest stars tonight. The couple with the lowest combined votes of the judges and public voting will be eliminated.

Episode credits

Guest stars Sugar Ray Leonard, Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley

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Episode 9

Week 5 - Performances

In honour of Patriot's Day the couples will be dancing to all American songs. American week dances include Quickstep, Foxtrot, Samba, Rumba and Viennese Waltz.

Episode credits

Guest stars Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 10

Week 5 - Eliminations

The fifth-round results show. Also: Toby Keith performs two songs, and Jamal Sims choreographs a dance number.

Episode credits

Guest stars Petra Němcová, Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 11

Week 6 - Performances

Seven couples left to indulge themselves in "Guilty Pleasure Week". Dances this week are Samba, Paso Doble, Quickstep, Tango and Viennese Waltz.

Episode credits

Guest stars Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 12

Week 6 - Eliminations

Having combined the judge's scores with the viewers' votes another couple will be leaving. Guest stars this week are New Kids on the Block & Backstreet Boys and Pia Toscano.

Episode credits

Guest stars Christopher Irvine, Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 13

Week 7 - Performances

The remaining six couples will be dancing an unlearned dance featuring Jive, Paso Doble, Quickstep, Samba and Tango. Then they will be participating at the Cha Cha Cha Challenge.

Episode credits

Guest stars Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 14

Week 7 - Eliminations

The sixth celebrity is eliminated.Team Chelsea perform a great encore dance.Along with performances from James Blunt and a rousing tribute to James Brown from Wayne Brady.

Episode credits

Guest stars Kendra Wilkinson, Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 15

Week 8 - Performances

Five couples are left. First they will showcase an unlearned ballroom dance, then they will have to instantly choreograph and perform a latin dance.

Episode credits

Guest stars Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 16

Week 8 - Eliminations

In the results night before the semi-finals Adele and Michael Bolton are performing. Having combined the judge's scores with the viewer's votes only four teams will proceed.

Episode credits

Guest stars Romeo, Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 17

Week 9 - Performances

In the semi-finals Chelsea, Kirstie, Ralph, Hines and their pro partners, will dance one unlearned ballroom and one unlearned latin dance to finally participate in the Cha Cha Cha Marathon, where the winner takes all the points.

Episode credits

Guest stars Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 18

Week 9 - Eliminations

It's crunch time as we head into the Results Show that will determine which three couples will be dancing in the finals. Right out of the gate, Hines & Kym learn they are safe. No neck injury is going to keep this team from going after that coveted Mirrorball Trophy. The legendary Stevie Nicks gets the crowd going with a performance of her new song "Secret Love." She's followed by a rousing routine from rapper Pitbull, featuring Ne-Yo and Nayer. A short time later, an inspirational young lady with a life-threatening disease takes to the stage. Her name is Tayla Kelley and she wows the crowd enough to earn a standing ovation for her dance routine. In between all that fun, Chelsea and Mark learn they are headed for the finals. Stevie Nicks returns to perform the classic Fleetwood Mac tune "Landslide" for an appreciative crowd. The cheers she receives continue as we learn that Kirstie & Maks are moving on. That means Ralph & Karina are headed home. The former Karate Kid turned out to be a fine Dancing Man during his impressive run. His gracious, genuine personality will be missed. Now it's onto the finals!

Episode credits

Guest stars Ralph Macchio, Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 19

Week 10 - Final 3

The three finalists Chelsea, Hines and Kirstie and their Pro-Dancer partners will be competing for the mirror ball trophy. The finalists will dance a redemption dance picked by the judges and then the highly anticipated freestyle.

Episode credits

Guest stars Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode 20

Week 10 - Season Finale

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Chelsea, Hines and Kirstie will dance for the last time, to earn more judge's scores. Black Eyed Peas are the special guest stars of the Season 12 Finale. Other guests are Sara Evans and The Go-Go's. The winner of season 12 will be announced and will get the most anticipated mirror ball trophy.

Episode credits

Guest stars Chelsea Kane, Kirstie Alley, Hines Ward

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Episode information updated Sep 3, 2026

More about Dancing with the Stars

Cast

Carrie Ann InabaSelf - Judge
Bruno TonioliSelf - Judge
Len GoodmanSelf - Judge
Tom BergeronSelf - Host
Erin AndrewsSelf - Host
Brooke BurkeSelf - Contestant
Samantha HarrisSelf - Host
Alfonso RibeiroSelf - Guest Host

Credits

Written by
Dave Boone

Production details

Status
Returning Series
Series type
Reality
Episodes
523
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • ABCUnited States
  • Disney+
  • Endemol Shine North AmericaUnited States
  • BBC StudiosUnited States
  • BBC Worldwide ProductionsUnited States
  • Endemol USAUnited States

Themes

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