Reigning Champ Jenna Johnson Eager to Kick Off New "Dancing with the Stars" Season

As of September 9th, 2025, reigning "Dancing with the Stars" champion Jenna Johnson is gearing up for the upcoming season of the hit dance competition show. Johnson and her partner Corey Feldman recently shared a lighthearted TikTok video, showcasing their dance moves and playful chemistry.

In the video, the duo can be seen goofing off in a dance studio, lip-syncing to a viral audio about being "best friends." The clip ends with Johnson and Feldman jumping up and down in a circle while holding hands.

Johnson, 31, has expressed her enthusiasm for the new season, stating that she is "so grateful to be asked back" and is "excited for this season." The choreographer acknowledged that the "schedule is hard," but she is eager to start rehearsing with her new celebrity partners.

Despite not having seen Feldman, 54, since their appearance on "Good Morning America," Johnson is "eagerly awaiting him getting back" so they can continue their dance preparations and content creation. She has been "loving all the couples posting" on social media and is already "obsessed" with the new group of contestants.

As the reigning champion, Johnson is approaching the new season with a fresh perspective. "I think every season is new as a clean slate, especially with different partners that you're given," she told Us Weekly. "And I am so passionate about giving each partner the best experience possible. So this is a different journey. I'm obviously so grateful for last year and the win, but this is new. This is different. My intentions are different, so I'm excited."

The new season of "Dancing with the Stars" is set to premiere on September 16th, 2025, on ABC and Disney+, with new episodes streaming the following day on Hulu.