Gypsy Rose Blanchard and 'Dwts': Everything We Know About Her Pitch
By Maya Lin-Takahashi
Q1: Has Gypsy Rose Blanchard officially joined the Dancing With the Stars cast?
No official casting announcement has been made by ABC. Blanchard is running an active public campaign and lobbying producers for an invitation, but the network has not confirmed her participation for the upcoming season.
Q2: Why are people talking about Gypsy Rose dancing on social media?
Blanchard posted several viral videos on TikTok and Instagram demonstrating basic dance moves with friends. The clips earned tens of millions of views, leading fans to petition Dancing With the Stars to cast her and prompting Blanchard to confirm her interest publicly.
Q3: Has Dancing With the Stars ever cast someone convicted of a crime?
Yes. The show has featured several contestants with past legal troubles, most notably convicted fraudster Anna Delvey (Sorokin), who competed on Season 33 in 2024 while wearing a court-ordered GPS ankle monitor.
Q4: When will the official next season cast of DWTS be revealed?
ABC typically announces the official cast roster on Good Morning America in late August or early September, roughly two weeks before the fall premiere.
Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.
