Kamri Peterson has joined the dance troupe for season 35 [3] of Dancing With the Stars.
Peterson's return marks a full-circle moment for the dancer, who previously served as a professional on the 2018 Dancing With the Stars: Juniors spin-off [1]. Her addition to the troupe brings a high level of competitive expertise to the season's ensemble performances.
The announcement took place on Aug. 2, 2024 [2], during the inaugural DWTS Con held in Palm Springs, California [2]. The event served as the primary venue for revealing new additions to the show's professional cast.
Now 18 years old [1], Peterson is a World ProAm champion [1]. Her background in professional ballroom dance and her previous history with the franchise make her a familiar face for the show's dedicated audience [1].
As part of the troupe, Peterson will contribute to the choreographed group numbers that feature throughout the season. These performances typically showcase a variety of dance styles and serve as a bridge between the celebrity-pro pairings. The troupe provides the technical foundation for the show's most complex production numbers, ensuring the visual scale of the competition remains high.
Season 35 continues the show's tradition of blending established ballroom professionals with emerging talent. Peterson's transition from a junior professional to a member of the main series troupe highlights the career trajectory available to elite dancers within the Disney-affiliated production.
“Kamri Peterson has joined the dance troupe for season 35 of Dancing With the Stars.”
The inclusion of a former 'Juniors' pro into the main series troupe demonstrates the franchise's strategy of cultivating long-term talent. By integrating young champions like Peterson, the show maintains a bridge between its spin-off content and the flagship competition, rewarding technical mastery while leveraging existing viewer familiarity.
