Witney Carson Drops 3 Shocking ‘DWTS’ Bombshells Monday on GMA
Witney Carson Teases Three Major ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Surprises Coming Monday!
TL;DR: Reigning DWTS champion Witney Carson is appearing on Good Morning America Monday morning to drop three huge announcements. This comes amid rumors about her absence from a recent fan convention and buzz about the first celebrity-pro pairing reveal for the upcoming season.
What’s Happening?
Witney Carson — the pro dancer who won Dancing With the Stars Season 34 alongside wildlife warrior Robert Irwin — took to Instagram on Friday, August 14, with a mysterious message. She told fans:
"I know there are a lot of rumors out there… Everything will be cleared up on Monday. I promise you guys, you are not ready for what I’m about to spill."
She’ll be on Good Morning America (GMA) early Monday morning (August 17) to share three major announcements.
Why Is Everyone Talking?
The Backstory
- DWTS Con no-show: Weeks earlier, Carson was advertised as a star guest at DWTS Con in Palm Springs but didn’t show up. No explanation was given — until now.
- Insider intel: DWTS insider Kristyn Burtt (who shares scoops on TikTok) revealed the show plans to announce its first celebrity-pro pairing on GMA that same Monday.
Important: ABC hasn’t officially confirmed the pairing reveal yet, but the timing lines up perfectly with Carson’s tease.
Who Are the Celebrities So Far?
Four stars have already been confirmed for the upcoming season. The first pairing will likely be one of these folks:
| Celebrity | Known For |
|---|---|
| Ciara Miller | Summer House reality star |
| Maura Higgins | Love Island alum |
| Jackson Olson | Savannah Bananas baseball player (yes, the fun team!) |
| Guillermo Rodriguez | Sidekick on Jimmy Kimmel Live! |
Fun Fact: The pairing reveal might also help promote Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro — a spin-off competition to find the show’s next professional dancer.
What’s The Next Pro?
Think of it like The Voice, but for ballroom dancers!
- Airs: Mondays
- Current finalists (Final 5):
- Allen Genkin
- Nina Mayster
- Adele Zaikman
- AJ Pritchard
- Selena Hamilton
- This week’s twist: The finalists will be paired with social media influencers who have zero dance experience to test their teaching skills.
- Guest judge: Witney Carson herself!
Spy Games at Rehearsals
Burtt also spilled that rehearsals are starting soon in Los Angeles, and it sounds like a spy movie:
- Celebrities and pros will wear masks and disguises
- Tents are going up outside studios to hide identities
- All to prevent paparazzi from spoiling the cast before the big reveal!
Mark Your Calendars
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, Aug 17 | Witney Carson on GMA — 3 announcements + likely 1st pairing reveal |
| Wednesday, Sept 2 | Full cast reveal on GMA |
| Tuesday, Sept 15 | Season 34 premiere on ABC & Disney+ (streams next day on Hulu) |
Summary
- Witney Carson (Season 34 champ) is dropping 3 big announcements on Good Morning America Monday, Aug 17.
- This likely includes the first celebrity-pro pairing for the new season.
- Four celebs are confirmed: Ciara Miller, Maura Higgins, Jackson Olson, Guillermo Rodriguez.
- DWTS: The Next Pro is down to 5 finalists; Carson guest-judges Monday’s episode.
- Rehearsals start soon with secret-agent-level secrecy (masks, tents, disguises).
- Full cast reveal: Sept 2 | Premiere: Sept 15 on ABC/Disney+/Hulu.
FAQ
1. Who is Witney Carson?
She’s a professional ballroom dancer and choreographer who won Dancing With the Stars Season 34 with her partner, Robert Irwin (son of the late Steve Irwin).
2. What are the "three huge announcements"?
Carson didn’t say! But based on insider info, one is almost certainly the first celebrity-pro pairing reveal. The other two could be about her role this season, The Next Pro, or something totally surprising.
3. When does the new season start?
Tuesday, September 15 on ABC and Disney+. Next-day streaming on Hulu.
4. How can I watch the announcements live?
Tune in to Good Morning America on Monday, August 17 (check local listings for time). You can also follow Witney on Instagram @witneycarson for updates.
5. What is Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro?
A competition series airing Mondays where dancers compete to become the next pro on the main show. It’s currently in its final five. Witney Carson guests judges this week!
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Originally published by Parade on August 15, 2026.