Breaking news from the glittering world of “Dancing with the Stars” reveals a bittersweet mix of disappointments and triumphs as the show’s upcoming 2025 tour lineup takes shape.
Former Bachelorette Jenn Tran, 26, fought back tears after learning she wouldn’t join the star-studded Dancing with the Stars tour. “I started sobbing when I got the call,” Tran shared in an emotional Instagram video on November 20. The reality star, who had grown to love performing during her time on DWTS, saw the tour as her last chance to hold onto the magical experience of live dance performances.
“Two months ago, I didn’t even know I liked to dance,” Tran reflected, showing remarkable growth from her journey with pro partner Sasha Farber. Despite their strong showing and scoring a perfect ten during the Halloween Nightmares episode, the pair’s elimination left Tran feeling like she was “going through a breakup with dancing.”
While one door closes, another opens as rising star Ezra Sosa receives life-changing news. The newest DWTS professional dancer will join the 2025 tour, marking a significant promotion from his previous role as an understudy. The announcement shared through the official DWTS Live Tour Instagram page on November 23, sparked joy among fans and fellow dancers alike.
In a touching moment captured on video, Sosa broke the news to fellow pro-Rylee Arnold, whose genuine reaction captured hearts across social media. Arnold dropped to the ground in excitement, tears of joy streaming down her face as she told Sosa, “You deserve this and more.”
The tour’s professional lineup is shaping up to be spectacular, featuring veteran dancers Emma Slater, Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Britt Stewart, Daniella Karagach, Pasha Pashkov, and Gleb Savchenko. While the celebrity guest list remains wrapped, rumors suggest Stephen Nedoroscik and Chandler Kinney might make special appearances.
The Dancing with the Stars: Live! The tour starts in Richmond, Virginia, on January 7, 2025, embarking on an ambitious 68-city journey across the United States. The spectacular will conclude in Los Angeles on April 5, 2025, promising fans nationwide a chance to experience the magic of ballroom dance up close.
Meanwhile, the current season builds to its crescendo with an upcoming three-hour finale on ABC. Five semifinal couples have made it to the showdown: Danny Amendola and Witney Carson, Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson, Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold, Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong, and Ilona Maher and Alan Bersten.
As the DWTS family continues to evolve, these developments highlight the show’s ability to create both heartbreak and triumph, reminding fans that every ending leads to a new beginning in the world of dance. While the tour dream may have ended for Jenn Tran, her newfound passion for dance lives on as she seeks local studios in Los Angeles and Miami to continue her journey. The adventure is just beginning for Ezra Sosa as he prepares to showcase his talents nationwide.
The contrast between these two stories poignantly reminds us that in show business, as in dance itself, timing is everything. While some performers take their final bow, others are just stepping into the spotlight, keeping the rhythm of this beloved show moving forward into its next exciting chapter.