Anna Sorokin, the infamous con artist known for posing as a wealthy German heiress named Anna Delvey, has made headlines once again by joining the cast of the upcoming season of 'Dancing With the Stars.' Sorokin, who was convicted in 2019 for swindling banks, hotels, and friends, has been under house arrest since October 2022 due to immigration issues.
Despite her ankle bracelet, Sorokin is set to compete on the popular dance competition show, where she will be partnered with former troupe dancer Ezra Sosa. The show's producers have embraced Sorokin's unique situation, even featuring her ankle monitor in promotional images.
During her time under house arrest, Sorokin launched a podcast called 'The Anna Delvey Show' and managed to attract notable guests like comedian Whitney Cummings and technology journalist Taylor Lorenz. She has expressed a desire to turn her notoriety into something positive and sees 'Dancing With the Stars' as a step in that direction.
Joining Sorokin on the show will be a diverse cast of celebrities, including former NBA star Dwight Howard, actor Tori Spelling, and Olympians Stephen Nedoroscik and Ilona Maher. The season will also see the promotion of former troupe dancer Ezra Sosa to a professional dancer.
Notably absent from this season's lineup is Artem Chigvintsev, who was recently arrested on a domestic violence charge. The show, hosted by Alfonso Riberio and Julianne Hough, is set to premiere on September 17 on ABC and Disney+.
With a mix of athletes, actors, and reality TV stars, the 33rd season of 'Dancing With the Stars' promises to be an exciting and entertaining competition for viewers to enjoy.
