Hailey Bills

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Hailey Bills

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4 stories · latest Sep 15, 2026 · Reality TV, Celebrity

Hailey Bills biography

Hailey Bills is a professional dancer best known for her appearances on the reality competition series Dancing With the Stars. Recognized for her natural rhythm, competitive drive, and high-octane performance energy, she comes from a ballroom background and is the niece of long-time fan-favorite professional Jenna Johnson.

Bills first cut her teeth on television in 2018 as a junior dancer on the short-lived spinoff Dancing With the Stars: Juniors. Years later, she made her official debut on the flagship adult series during Season 34 in 2025. During her initial stint on the show, she served as a background troupe member, executing group numbers and supporting celebrity routines from the sidelines.

In September 2026, the 20-year-old dancer earned a major career promotion when producers named her an official main-stage professional dancer for Season 35. Shortly after her promotion was announced, Bills attracted media coverage when she was photographed leaving a practice session holding hands with her Season 35 celebrity dance partner, reality television star Sarah Jane Nader.

  • Coverage of Hailey Bills focuses primarily on her career advancement from junior dancer and troupe member to a full professional on Dancing With the Stars.
  • Media interest also centers on her dance pedigree through her aunt, Jenna Johnson, as well as off-camera moments with her celebrity partners.

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  1. Hailey Bills Promoted to 'Dancing With the Stars' Pro for Season 35

    Sep 2, 2026

    Dancing With the Stars officially adds Hailey Bills to its Season 35 pro lineup following her troupe debut.

    Hailey Bills Promoted to 'Dancing With the Stars' Pro for Season 35
  2. DWTS Juniors Flashback: Inside the Short-Lived Spinoff That Made Rylee Arnold a Star

    Sep 3, 2026

    Retrospective coverage highlights Hailey Bills' early career stint on Dancing With the Stars: Juniors in 2018.

    DWTS Juniors Flashback: Inside the Short-Lived Spinoff That Made Rylee Arnold a Star
  3. Sarah Jane Nader Sparks Romance Rumors Holding Hands With DWTS Partner Hailey Bills

    Sep 4, 2026

    Hailey Bills sparks romance rumors after being photographed holding hands with dance partner Sarah Jane Nader.

    Sarah Jane Nader Sparks Romance Rumors Holding Hands With DWTS Partner Hailey Bills
  4. Hailey Bills Promoted to Official 'DWTS' Pro for Season 35

    Sep 15, 2026

    Hailey Bills is promoted to an official professional dancer for Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars.

    Hailey Bills Promoted to Official 'DWTS' Pro for Season 35

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Hailey Bills Promoted to Official 'DWTS' Pro for Season 35
Sarah Jane Nader Sparks Romance Rumors Holding Hands With DWTS Partner Hailey Bills
Hailey Bills Promoted to 'Dancing With the Stars' Pro for Season 35

Hailey Bills: your questions

Who is Hailey Bills related to on Dancing With the Stars?

Hailey Bills is the niece of veteran Dancing With the Stars dancer Jenna Johnson.

What was Hailey Bills' role before becoming a full DWTS pro?

Before being promoted to a full pro for Season 35, she served as a background troupe dancer during Season 34.

Did Hailey Bills appear on DWTS Juniors?

Yes, Hailey Bills performed as a junior professional dancer on the 2018 spinoff Dancing With the Stars: Juniors.

Who is Hailey Bills partnered with on Dancing With the Stars Season 35?

She is paired with reality television personality Sarah Jane Nader.

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