Sharna Burgess Returns to Dancing with the Stars for Season 35

Professional dancer Sharna Burgess is returning to "Dancing with the Stars" for its 35th season, marking her first appearance as a pro on the show in five years. The announcement was made on Monday, August 24, 2026, with Good Morning America confirming the Australian dancer will rejoin the professional lineup. Burgess, who last competed in Season 30 in 2021, is the second pro confirmed for the upcoming season, following Witney Carson. Burgess's return comes after a five-year hiatus from the ballroom. She had been absent since Season 30, where she was paired with her fiancé, actor Brian Austin Green.