There are a number of celebrities we need to see on Dancing with the Stars. Every year since it debuted in 2005, industry notables from sports, entertainment, fashion, music, politics and more have battled to win the coveted Mirror Ball trophy.
Dancing With the Stars has always been an excellent stop for celebrities who are looking to reignite their careers, or just do something a bit different from their norm. While producers have delivered some exciting performers over the years, there are so many other industry notables that fans would love to get to know better. Some fans have expressed a lack of interest in or even knowledge of each season's participants, so we've compiled a fantastic lineup of talent that the producers should be clamoring to book.
Shannyn Sossamon
Shannyn Sossamon rose to fame after her breakout roles in A Knights Tale and The Rules of Attraction. Known for her quirky haircut and exotic looks, she was a favorite of Gen Xers and Millennials in the early 2000s. Sossamon would be a welcome addition to the competition because of her cool factor, as well as her pop-culture relevance.
Jack Black
Another fantastic get for Dancing with the Stars would be Jumanji's Jack Black. The energetic actor would keep viewers laughing with his histrionics. Black would also dazzle with this innate sense of rhythm, having been a member of the comedy-rock group Tenacious D. Speaking of Jack Black, one of his High Fidelity costar could also be a great choice.
Lisa Bonet
Lisa Bonet has legions of fans due to her roles on The Cosby Show and A Different World, as well as her highly publicized marriages to ex-husband Lenny Kravitz and current partner Jason Momoa. Fans could also bank on the superstar action hero taking to the ballroom to cheer on his 52-year-old wife and offer her support in the event that she questions her ability to win. "If someone says something isn’t possible," Momoa said, "I’m like, 'Listen here, I married Lisa Bonet. Anything is f***ing possible,'" reported Esquire magazine in 2016.
Sam Waterston
Representing the Baby Boomers is Sam Waterston. The veteran actor has graced stages from Broadway and Shakespeare in the Park to appearing in highly regarded films and television series. He is best known for his portrayal of intrepid prosecutor Jack McCoy on Law and Order. What makes Waterston such a great fit for the ballroom is that the man can practically do it all.
Joel West
Another star who rose to prominence in the 1990s is former Calvin Klein model Joel West. His smoldering stare would be quite the topic of discussion for judges like Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli. His life has changed so much since his modeling days, it would be fun watching him tackle the foxtrot and the Argentinian tango.
Laverne Cox
Laverne Cox is also a sartorial favorite who would be a joy to follow throughout the season. She is a trans actress, model, and trained dancer who rose to prominence on the Netflix series, Orange is the New Black. Watching Cox's long legs battle it out on the dance floor could be breathtaking, and a spectacular moment of pride for the LGBTQ+ community.
Sean Hunter
Finally, as a wild card, the show's bookers should throw a hail Mary to the Peleton husband, Sean Hunter. In 2019, the actor attracted the ire of consumers as the seemingly controlling spouse in an ad for the fitness machine. However, Hunter has shown he has a sense of humor, making light of the controversy surrounding the commercial. Giving him a chance to connect with audiences could be an explosive next season.
Source: Esquire