Ciara Miller announces her participation in Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars following her tumultuous experience on Summer House.
Ciara Miller is set to join Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars, confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter on September 7, 2026. The reality television star, renowned from the Bravo series Summer House, is making headlines after navigating public challenges and personal growth over the past year.
Miller, originally an ICU nurse, transitioned into reality television following a relationship with Summer House cast member Luke Gulbranson. She has since established herself in the genre, appearing across multiple reality shows, including The Traitors and co-hosting Love Island USA: Aftersun. Her diverse experiences underscore her adaptability and resilience as she takes on a significant role in a long-running franchise.
Before landing her position on Dancing With the Stars, Miller faced a very public betrayal involving fellow castmates, which she described as a shocking experience. Nonetheless, she chose to return for Season 11 of Summer House, affirming her commitment to her reality TV journey and the relationships that shaped her career. "I felt like I’ve been in that house since I was 24, and these are my friends. Why wouldn’t I spend my summer how I’ve been spending my summer?" she noted, demonstrating her determination to not let circumstances dictate her path.
As she embarks on this new chapter with Dancing With the Stars, Miller reflects on her childhood dance training, calling it a "full-circle moment." Over the past two years, she has prepared mentally and physically for this opportunity, having communicated with the show's team prior to her acceptance. "I have talked to the Dancing With the Stars team for the past two years, so when they wanted to have a call this year, I was like, 'Absolutely.'" This indicates her long-standing desire to participate and her readiness to embrace the competition.
During her time on the dance floor, Miller will be judged primarily on her performance, marking a shift from the personality-driven evaluations she experienced in her previous reality shows. Preparing for the upcoming season, she acknowledges the potential challenges that come with scrutiny from fans, particularly regarding her dance abilities.
This opportunity showcases Miller’s versatility and raises questions about her future beyond reality television. In various interviews, she has expressed a desire to reflect on her career trajectory and assess her next steps, indicating she does not envision a long-term future strictly in reality TV. Miller recognizes the importance of considering her options beyond the spotlight, saying she is always contemplating where she might land post-reality fame.
Dancing With the Stars will enable Miller to further redefine her public persona, presenting an opportunity to demonstrate her competitive spirit rather than being typecast in prior roles. With a chance to showcase her dancing abilities, she aims to shift perceptions among her audience, prepared to break free from any previous labels in her reality TV journey.
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