'Dancing With the Stars' 2014 Lineup: ABC Announces Cast, Fans Choose DWTS Dancer as Their Favorite
Today, ABC announced its 2014 Dancing With the Stars line-up.
The official line-up was revealed today during an episode of Good Morning America. The full list of stars is as follows: Sean Avery, Candace Cameron Bure, Drew Carey, Meryl Davis, NeNe Leakes, James Maslow, Danica McKellar, Diana Nyad, Amy Purdy, Cody Simpson, Charlie White and Billy Dee Williams.
"This season's dynamic lineup of stars -- including two Olympic Gold Medalists, a game show host, a swimming legend and a teen pop star -- will perform for the first time on live national television with their professional partners during the two-hour season premiere of 'Dancing with the Stars,' MONDAY, MARCH 17 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network," ABC said.
The network also announced a new twist to the show, "The Switch Up."
With the diverse, highly-anticipated list finally out, everyone has their opinions on what these stars mean for season 18.
"What if we are unhappy with the cast BECAUSE we regularly watch the show, and we are disappointed to see the chosen 'stars' to be less relevant each season. I'm not saying they are 'horrible,' but they could have selected a better cast," Shae Ryan said via Facebook.
"LOOKS LIKE A SHITTY CAST THIS SEASON, and with no Harold wheeler, and brooke burke, might be a little ackward? Am I nuts 2 think this?" Lance Grueber added.
The best criticism, however, came from Huffington Post founder Arianna Huffington.
"That moment where they announce the new #DWTS lineup and you're not on it...#dwts18," she said via Twitter.
Meanwhile, a Dancing With the Stars "superfan" was most excited to see Williams, according to E!. Fans on social media, however seem most happy to see dancer Maksim Chmerkovskiy return.
"I don't recognize most of these folks but I sure do know who Maksim is! Great to have you back sweetheart!" Gayle Carter said via Facebook.
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