A Dancing With The Stars Spinoff Is In The Works, And I'm Hyped ...
I didn't know I wanted this kind of show.
www.cinemablend.comRobert Irwin is widely reported as the host of a DWTS spinoff titled DWTS: The Next Pro, with news circulating in February 2026 and confirmations/strong reporting continuing into April 2026. He would host the audition-format series to find the next DWTS pro, airing on ABC and Hulu and leading into Season 35.[2][3][5][7]
Key takeaways
- Status: Reports indicate he is the chosen host for the DWTS spinoff, with multiple outlets noting negotiations and confirmed involvement as of early 2026.[3][2]
- Format: The spinoff is described as an audition-style competition to select a future DWTS pro, with a summer 2026 rollout on ABC/Hulu and a direct path to DWTS Season 35.[5][3]
- panel/judges: A rotating panel of judges or mentors, including established DWTS figures like Mark Ballas and Shirley Ballas, is mentioned as part of the show’s structure.[7][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest articles and summarize any changes in host status or premiere timing, or set up a quick timeline of announced dates and involved people.