Julia Stiles joins Dancing with the Stars season 35
Julia Stiles is reportedly ready to return to the world of dance as she joins the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars.
The actress, best known for her memorable performances in films such as 10 Things I Hate About You and Save the Last Dance, is reportedly set to compete in Season 35 of the popular reality dance competition. Her reported casting has already generated excitement among viewers, particularly because of her connection to one of the most beloved dance movies of the early 2000s.
The news of Stiles’ involvement emerged on Thursday, August 20, with reports claiming that the actress has secured a place in the cast of the upcoming season. Dancing with the Stars Season 35 is scheduled to premiere on September 15 on ABC and Disney+, bringing together a new group of celebrities who will compete for the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.
Stiles’ participation is especially interesting because of her role in Save the Last Dance, the 2001 romantic dance drama that helped establish her as a major young star. In the film, she played Sara Johnson, a talented ballet dancer living in suburban Chicago who dreams of attending the prestigious Juilliard School.
The movie became one of the most recognizable dance films of its era, and Stiles received significant praise for her performance. Her work in the film earned her an MTV Movie Award as well as two Teen Choice Awards, further cementing her popularity with younger audiences at the time.
Fans excited about Julia Stiles’ casting
News of Stiles potentially joining Dancing with the Stars quickly attracted enthusiastic reactions from fans online. Many viewers immediately connected her reported casting with her dance background in Save the Last Dance and predicted that she could become one of the strongest contestants in the competition.
One fan expressed excitement about supporting Stiles throughout the season, while another joked that her character from Save the Last Dance already had an advantage because she had trained to pursue Juilliard.
Other fans welcomed the news with equally enthusiastic messages, with some saying they were already looking forward to watching her take the dance floor.
If confirmed, Stiles’ participation could add an interesting nostalgic element to the new season, particularly for audiences who grew up watching her in Save the Last Dance.
Julia Stiles’ career
Born Julia O’Hara Stiles on March 28, 1981, the American actress and director has enjoyed a career spanning film and television. She rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s before taking on a wide variety of roles across different genres.
Among her best-known movies are 10 Things I Hate About You, Down to You, Mona Lisa Smile, The Prince & Me, The Omen, Jason Bourne and Hustlers.
She has also made a strong impact on television, particularly through her role as Lumen Pierce in Dexter. She later appeared in the drama series Riviera, showcasing her ability to move between film and television projects.
With her reported addition to Dancing with the Stars, Stiles could now be entering a completely different chapter of her career. Her previous dance experience may give her an advantage, but she will still have to master the demanding choreography, ballroom techniques and live performances required by the competition.
As the premiere approaches, fans will be watching closely to see whether Stiles can turn her experience from Save the Last Dance into a successful run on the Dancing with the Stars dance floor.