With season 18 of "Dancing With the Stars" over, there are sure to be some changes in the works for season 19. But which of the ABC dancing competition show chatter is true, and which is just gossip?

First, the gossip: Erin Andrews, 36, is still facing rumors that she will not be invited back to host her second season of "Dancing With the Stars."

"Erin Andrews is unwillingly waltzing her way out of the ballroom!" In Touch magazine reported recently according to GossipCop.

In addition, the tabloid website reportedly claimed that "Dancing With the Stars" is "wooing" Maria Menounos, 36, host of "Extra" and a season 14 "Dancing With the Stars" competitor (she and partner Derek Hough placed fourth).

"They really want her to co-host the show," the In Touch source reportedly said. "Erin was a total diva and didn't get along with anyone. No one liked her -- which is why they really want Maria."

In May, however, GossipCop reported that a "network spokesperson" said there are no plans to replace Andrews, and neither ABC nor Andrews has confirmed the "report."

Next, the facts: Tristan MacManus, who was a "Dancing With the Stars" professional partner for seasons 13-17 of the show will not return for season 19 after missing the most recent reason. Instead, he will be dancing on the United Kingdom show, "Strictly Come Dancing," which begins in September according to MacManiacs.org

"People love making comparisons about the shows here and there, but honestly I don't know anything about it yet -- not enough to compare, I guess," the Irish dancer said in an interview with his fansite on June 3. "I won't be changing. .... My teaching and objectives will depend on who I get partnered with as always, but I'll still be myself. Again, people always have their favorites so some might just not take to me and hopefully some will but I'm glad that my family and friends have an opportunity to swing across the pond for a few days now."
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