‘Dancing With the Stars’ Renewed for Season 35, Announces First Contestants Maura Higgins and Ciara Miller

The show's return signals ABC's continued investment in reality TV competition formats. Maura Higgins and Ciara Miller, known from 'The Traitors' and 'Love Island,' will join as the first contestants, highlighting the show's focus on reality stars. Viewers can expect a season centered around women who have been wronged by men, indicating a thematic approach.