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Spooktacular Showdown: DWTS Hosts Halloween Night

10/24/2025

Summary

Story summary

On October 28, 2025, Dancing With the Stars hosts Halloween Night with nine remaining couples.
Cheryl Burke, guest judge, joins the panel, bringing her status as a two-time Mirrorball champion.
Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy will tango to Billie Eilish's "bury a friend."
Jan Ravnik and Jenna Johnson will perform a contemporary routine to Taylor Swift's "CANCELLED!", and the night will include the "Dance Monster-thon" with endurance-based bonus points.

History

Historical Context

Since its debut in 2005, "Dancing With the Stars" has transformed reality television by pairing celebrities with professional dancers, boosting ABC's viewership by 20%. The show's ongoing evolution, highlighted by guest judge Cheryl Burke and performances to contemporary hits, underscores its cultural significance and adaptability, reflecting changing musical trends and audience preferences.

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Story summary

On October 28, 2025, Dancing With the Stars hosts Halloween Night with nine remaining couples.
Cheryl Burke, guest judge, joins the panel, bringing her status as a two-time Mirrorball champion.
Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy will tango to Billie Eilish's "bury a friend."
Jan Ravnik and Jenna Johnson will perform a contemporary routine to Taylor Swift's "CANCELLED!", and the night will include the "Dance Monster-thon" with endurance-based bonus points.

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