TV Series
Returning Series
“Dance like everyone's watching.”
6.1/10
2005
34 Seasons
511 Episodes
Reality
Family
Overview
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.
Select Season
34 Seasons • 511 Episodes Total
Season 1
8 Episodes • Aired June 2005
Overview
The first season of Dancing with the Stars debuted on ABC on June 1, 2005. Six celebrities were paired with six professional ballroom dancers. Tom Bergeron and Lisa Canning were the hosts for this season. The premiere drew over 13 million viewers, the biggest summer debut ever for an American reality series. The second week climbed to 15 million viewers, and the show climbed to No. 1 in the summer 2005 TV season ratings, where it remained for the remainder of the season. The season finale aired July 6, 2005.
Episodes
8
First Aired
Jun 2005
