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Dancing With the Stars: TikTok Night Draws 46 Million Viewers!

9/27/2025

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Summary

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Dancing With the Stars Season 34 features TikTok Night on September 30, with performances to popular TikTok songs.
Charli D’Amelio opens the show with "Apple" by Charli XCX.
Contestants include Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles and influencer Hilaria Baldwin. BBC Studios produces the series.
Week 2 viewership reached 46 million (up 1%), and fan votes reached 35 million (up 67%).

History

Historical Context

Since its debut in 2005, "Dancing With the Stars" has revolutionized reality television by merging celebrity culture with competitive dance. The show's evolution reflects broader trends, including the rise of social media platforms like TikTok, which significantly enhance viewer engagement, as demonstrated by 35 million fan votes this season, marking a 67% increase in audience participation.

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Story summary

Dancing With the Stars Season 34 features TikTok Night on September 30, with performances to popular TikTok songs.
Charli D’Amelio opens the show with "Apple" by Charli XCX.
Contestants include Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles and influencer Hilaria Baldwin. BBC Studios produces the series.
Week 2 viewership reached 46 million (up 1%), and fan votes reached 35 million (up 67%).

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