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Julia Stiles

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11 stories · latest Oct 28, 2026 · Reality TV, TV & Film

Julia Stiles biography

Julia Stiles is a film actress who became a pop-culture staple through lead roles in late-1990s and early-2000s classics, including 10 Things I Hate About You and the hit dance drama Save the Last Dance.

In 2026, Stiles made her debut on reality television by joining the 35th season of Dancing With the Stars. Encouraged by her family to step into competitive ballroom, she partnered with professional dancer Ezra Sosa and kicked off her season with a fast-moving Quickstep set to Dolly Parton's anthem 9 to 5.

  • Coverage surrounding Julia Stiles emphasizes the nostalgic connection between her iconic movie role in Save the Last Dance and her move to competitive reality TV.
  • Reporting focuses heavily on her transition into live ballroom dancing, highlighting both her family's support and her partnership with pro dancer Ezra Sosa.

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  1. Julia Stiles and Tatyana Ali Joining 'Dancing With The Stars' Season 35

    Aug 20, 2026

    Reports emerge indicating Julia Stiles will compete on Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars.

    Julia Stiles and Tatyana Ali Joining 'Dancing With The Stars' Season 35
  2. Clear the Ballroom! Julia Stiles, Jenna Dewan & Harry Shum Jr. Lead 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35 Roster

    Sep 2, 2026

    Julia Stiles is officially announced as part of the Dancing With the Stars Season 35 celebrity cast.

    Clear the Ballroom! Julia Stiles, Jenna Dewan & Harry Shum Jr. Lead 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35 Roster
  3. Julia Stiles Is Taking Her 'Save The Last Dance' Energy To 'Dancing With The Stars'

    Sep 2, 2026

    Julia Stiles reveals her family gave her the push needed to accept a spot on Dancing With the Stars.

    Julia Stiles Is Taking Her 'Save The Last Dance' Energy To 'Dancing With The Stars'
  4. Julia Stiles & Ezra Sosa Turn Up the Heat in DWTS Rehearsals

    Sep 8, 2026

    Julia Stiles begins intensive daily rehearsal sessions with her professional partner Ezra Sosa.

    Julia Stiles & Ezra Sosa Turn Up the Heat in DWTS Rehearsals
  5. Julia Stiles Channels Dolly Parton in High-Energy 'Dancing With the Stars' Debut

    Sep 17, 2026

    Julia Stiles makes her Dancing With the Stars debut performing a Quickstep to Dolly Parton's 9 to 5.

    Julia Stiles Channels Dolly Parton in High-Energy 'Dancing With the Stars' Debut

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Julia Stiles Channels Dolly Parton in High-Energy 'Dancing With the Stars' Debut
Julia Stiles made her “Dancing With the Stars” debut Wednesday night.
The “Save the Last Dance” star and her pro partner, Ezra Sosa (pictured above together in an official Season 35 cast photo), performed a tribute to Dolly Parton during the special two-night premiere.
Stiles and Sosa danced a Quickstep to “9 to 5,” the hit song Parton wrote for the 1980 comedy film of the same name. ©20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection
Julia Stiles & Ezra Sosa Turn Up the Heat in DWTS Rehearsals
Julia Stiles Is Taking Her 'Save The Last Dance' Energy To 'Dancing With The Stars'
Clear the Ballroom! Julia Stiles, Jenna Dewan & Harry Shum Jr. Lead 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35 Roster
An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa pose together on a stage with blue curtains and a sparkly, reflective floor, Image 2 shows Valentin Chmerkovskiy in a tuxedo and Jenna Dewan
Julia Stiles Joins 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35 Cast
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
Julia Stiles and Tatyana Ali Joining 'Dancing With The Stars' Season 35
Julia Stiles and Sean Patrick Thomas Deliver Ultimate 'Save the Last Dance' Throwback on DWTS
Julia Stiles Breaks Down Over Popped Rib Injury on Dancing With the Stars

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Julia Stiles: your questions

What movies is Julia Stiles famous for?

Julia Stiles is widely recognized for her classic big-screen roles in Save the Last Dance and 10 Things I Hate About You.

Is Julia Stiles competing on Dancing With the Stars?

Yes, Julia Stiles joined the celebrity cast for Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars.

Who is Julia Stiles partnered with on Dancing With the Stars?

She is partnered with professional ballroom dancer Ezra Sosa.

What was Julia Stiles' first dance on Dancing With the Stars?

She performed a high-energy Quickstep set to Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 on her night-one debut.

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