Another season of Dancing With The Stars is headed our way, and a brand new batch of Australia’s famous faces is ready to put their best foot forward.
Channel Seven has officially released the list of 12 contestants taking to the dance floor, and it includes athletes, chefs, actors, and more.
Scroll on to find out who will be foxtrotting for their chance to win that iconic Mirror Ball trophy.
The Dancing With The Stars Australia cast 2024
Ben Cousins
AFL legend and 7News Perth sports presenter Ben Cousins is set to sub out his footy boots for the foxtrot this season! He’s won himself a Brownlow AND premiership medal but it remains to be seen if he can add the highly coveted Mirror Ball Trophy to his mantlepiece!
Nikki Osborne
Actress and comedian, Nikki Osborne is taking to the floor. “All these years my mouth has been writing cheques, let’s hope my a** can cash them,” she wrote on Instagram.
Adam Dovile
Better Homes and Gardens’ and House Rules’ Adam Dovile will also be Cha-Cha-ing his way through the season. “I can’t wait to show you all my moves,” he wrote.
Hayden Quinn
MasterChef alum Hayden Quinn will be joining the competition. Clearly not as handy on the dance floor as in the kitchen, he claimed on Instagram that his dance partner “has the hardest job in the world”.
James Stewart
Home & Away’s James Stewart “can’t wait” to show his fans the “exciting routines” he has been learning for Dancing With The Stars.
Julie Goodwin
Another MasterChef alum will be trying on some dance shoes. “I can cut an onion, but can I cut a rug?” the chef asked on Instagram. “All signs point to no.”
Lisa McCune
Blue Heelers star Lisa McCune has been practicing hard for the foxtrot. “Spent my birthday dancing with the very lovely, talented @ianjwaite,” she wrote on Instagram. “Thanks for going easy on me fella!”
Ant Middleton
He is an expert when it comes to the SAS course, but will chief instructor Ant Middleton know his way around the dance floor? His dance partner Alex has already said “this man can do it all”.
Nova Peris
Former Olympian and politician Nova Peris is already training hard before heading to the dance floor. “8hr days training training training,” she wrote on Instagram. “This season of DWTS will be epic.”
Samantha Jade
She won X Factor, but can musician Samantha Jade win the Mirror Ball trophy? “Through the blistered feet, sore muscles, and countless rehearsals – Gustavo (her dance partner) has been with me every step (literally ?) of the way.”
Nadia Bartel
Model and former WAG Nadia Bartel is headed for the floor, revealing her dance partner Lyu has already been so “patient” with her through her many “failed attempts”.
Shane Crawford
Another former Australian Rules footballer Shane Crawford is perfecting his pirouettes – and he is ready to “dance like no one is watching”.
When does Dancing with the Stars Australia premiere in 2024?
Dancing with the Stars Australia will premiere on Sunday, July 7th, 2024 at 7pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
Who is hosting Dancing with the Stars Australia in 2024?
Sonia Kruger will be joined by new co-host Dr Chris Brown as a new lineup of celebrity talent take to the dancefloor and give their all to support their chosen charities.
Who are the judges on Dancing with the Stars Australia?
The celebrities will be facing the discerning eyes of judges Craig Revel Horwood, Helen Richey, Sharna Burgess, and Mark Wilson as they strive for dancefloor supremacy.