Andy Cohen Sets the Record Straight on Joining Dancing With the Stars

Andy Cohen is used to grilling reality icons from the comfort of his *Watch What Happens Live* clubhouse chair, but do not expect him to lace up a pair of sequined ballroom shoes anytime soon. The Bravo mastermind has finally addressed long-standing speculation about whether he would ever compete on *Dancing With the Stars*. Rumors have swirled for years that the late-night host might eventually take his talents to the Disney+ and ABC competition floor. After all, unscripted television is his main turf, and his famous network has sent dozens of stars into the ballroom arena over the decades. However, Cohen is putting those contestant theories to rest once and for all.

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With the Stars When asked about the possibility of joining a future cast, the TV personality made his stance crystal clear. Cohen revealed that he has zero plans to trade his hosting desk for grueling daily dance rehearsals and a shot at the coveted mirrorball trophy. While he loves watching the action unfold from his couch, stepping out as a full-time contestant simply does not fit into his whirlwind life. Between executive producing the *Real Housewives* franchise, hosting nightly broadcasts, and managing his SiriusXM radio channels, his schedule is already packed to capacity.

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With the Stars Bravo has a rich history with *Dancing With the Stars*, serving as a massive talent pipeline for the competition show. Major franchise icons like Lisa Vanderpump, NeNe Leakes, Erika Jayne, Kenya Moore, and Ariana Madix have all taken a spin across the dance floor to massive fan fanfare. Cohen has always been a vocal supporter of his network stars when they make the leap to the ballroom, frequently cheering them on during *Watch What Happens Live* segments. But as for taking the stage himself? That is a firm no from the king of late-night cable. Fans hoping to see Cohen tackle a cha-cha or a paso doble will just have to settle for his regular clubhouse banter. He remains completely content letting his bravolebrities handle the footwork while he sticks to doing what he does best: running the show from the host seat.