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DWTS Earns First Emmy Nod in 10 Years!
15 Sep
Summary
- Dancing with the Stars earned its first Emmy nomination in a decade.
- Host Alfonso Ribeiro expressed excitement about the recognition.
- The show's new season premieres with fresh energy and routines.
Ahead of its 35th season premiere on September 15, 2026, Dancing with the Stars is celebrating a significant achievement. The popular ABC series has secured its first nomination for Outstanding Reality Competition Program in 10 years. Host Alfonso Ribeiro, who joined the show in 2022, expressed immense pride and excitement about this renewed recognition from the Academy.
Ribeiro highlighted the unique challenge and reward of being a live television production, stating, "You can't build a great performance when you're live on air." This nomination underscores the show's ability to maintain high production values and engaging content. The upcoming season, co-hosted with Julianne Hough, is set to premiere on September 15 and 16, 2026, promising "really wonderful routines" and showcasing both established and emerging talents.
Dancing with the Stars has a rich history with the Emmy Awards, having received 132 nominations since 2006 and winning 21. In 2026, the show also received nominations in categories such as Outstanding Hairstyling and Outstanding Makeup. The competition in the Outstanding Reality Competition Program category includes other notable shows like RuPaul's Drag Race and Survivor.
