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Julia Stiles joining the cast of Dancing With the Stars Season 35
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Julia Stiles Joins 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35 Cast

The 'Save the Last Dance' and '10 Things I Hate About You' star is trading movie sets for the ballroom floor.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read

Get ready for a massive dose of nostalgia on the dance floor. Beloved actress Julia Stiles is officially making her way to the ballroom for the upcoming 35th season of *Dancing With the Stars*, according to new reports. The casting announcement immediately set pop-culture enthusiasts buzzing across social media. For fans who grew up watching her famous roles on the big screen, seeing the Hollywood favorite step into the competition ring feels like a thrilling full-circle moment. Stiles famously showed off her talent when she headlined the hit movie *Save the Last Dance*, making her upcoming reality show appearance a hugely anticipated event for long-time admirers.

Is Julia Stiles joining Dancing With the Stars?

Julia Stiles joining the cast of Dancing With the Stars Season 35
Julia Stiles joining the cast of Dancing With the Stars Season 35

Reports confirm that the film veteran has officially signed on to compete for the reality series in Season 35. While the show’s full lineup of famous faces is still coming together, securing Stiles brings an impressive hit of star power to the upcoming cast. Stepping into the spotlight of a weekly live competition is a big move for any movie star. Audiences are already discussing whether her experience with dance on the big screen will give her an edge when the competition kicks off. However, learning complex new routines and performing live in front of the judging panel is sure to test her skills in a whole new way.

Julia Stiles dancing in a club, with onlookers cheering her on.
Stiles is best known for her role in 2001’s “Save the Last Dance,” a scene from which is pictured above. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection

What movies is Julia Stiles known for?

Sean Patrick Thomas and Julia Stiles dancing in "Save the Last Dance."
Stiles starred in the dance film alongside Sean Patrick Thomas. The co-stars are pictured above in the movie. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection

Before taking on the television ballroom, Stiles earned widespread acclaim for her roles in hit feature films. She starred in the beloved 1999 romantic comedy *10 Things I Hate About You*, a classic movie that remains a massive fan favorite decades after its release. In addition to that iconic teen rom-com, Stiles captured moviegoers' attention as the lead of the hit dance film *Save the Last Dance*. Now, she is preparing to leave scripted film sets behind to take on weekly routines and sparkly costumes live on television. Fans will be watching closely to see if her signature talent can lead her all the way to the final round.

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Julia Stiles joining the cast of Dancing With the Stars Season 35
Stiles is best known for her role in 2001’s “Save the Last Dance,” a scene from which is pictured above. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection
Stiles starred in the dance film alongside Sean Patrick Thomas. The co-stars are pictured above in the movie. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection
The actress also delighted audiences in 1999’s “10 Things I Hate About You” opposite the late Heath Ledger. ©Buena Vista Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection
Stiles, seen here in January 2025, previously called “DWTS” her “Monday Night Football” in a previous interview with People.
Stiles, pictured above on “Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen,” also revealed that there had been talks of her joining the show, with her pointing to her living in New York City as something that would make it “hard
“Love Island” and “The Traitors” alum Maura Higgins, pictured above in August, was previously announced as a Season 35 contestant.

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Is Julia Stiles competing on Dancing With the Stars?
Yes, reports indicate that actress Julia Stiles is joining the cast for Season 35 of the series.
What movies has Julia Stiles starred in?
Julia Stiles is famous for her starring roles in hit films including 10 Things I Hate About You and Save the Last Dance.