'Dancing With The Stars’ Season 31 Cast: Selma Blair, Gabby Windey and Teresa Giudice Among Contestants

"Dancing with the Stars" Week 2 did not disappoint, as the celebrity contestants battled it out on the dance floor with an Elvis-themed night.  While the stars paid tribute to the "King of Rock and Roll," three couples tied for the top score with 32 out of 40 points – Charli D’Amelio with partner Mark Ballas, Gabby Windey with Val Chmerkovskiy and Wayne Brady with Witney Carson.  Despite "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Teresa Giudice saying "Arrivederci" to being on "Dancing with the Stars," she exclusively told Fox News Digital she is excited to spend time with her husband and family after being eliminated.  On ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Week 2, Teresa Giudice was eliminated, and Selma Blair received support from Sarah Michelle Gellar. (Getty Images) "I just got married, and then I started doing ‘Dancing with the Stars’… I left my husband.

Sarah Michelle Gellar is one proud friend.

Emily Longeretta Week two of “Dancing With the Stars” was all about Elvis Presley. The 15 pairs each performed to a different song from the King of Rock and Roll on Monday night, with hopes of earning better scores than the premiere week. Some of the dancers were masked, as four crew members and pro dancer Danella Karagach tested positive for Covid-19 following the first episode.

Sarah Michelle Gellar may not be a contestant on the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, but that doesn't mean she couldn't be there to support her close friend.MORE: DWTS pro Daniella Karagach tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of upcoming showThe actress appeared on the latest installment of the show to show her love and support for her friend and former co-star Selma Blair.VIDEO: Dancing with the Stars season 31 castAfter a strong premiere episode that saw her dance the Viennese Waltz and leave everyone in tears, Selma returned for another strong week.The Cruel Intentions star and author appeared on Elvis Night to dance the Jive with her partner Sasha Farber to the classic Jailhouse Rock.MORE: Selma Blair's MS explained – and how it will affect her on DWTSThe judges once again gave them strong reviews, praising Selma for pushing through her health struggles and even pulling out a surprise cartwheel and split.However, it was her friend Sarah who definitely had the strongest reaction, and while all we got was an audience shot, it was clear to see the moment was special to her.A post shared by Dancing With The Stars #DWTS (@dancingwiththestars)Sarah came out in support of Selma's week two performanceThe camera panned over to her left in tears as her friend pushed through her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, even supporting Selma's 11-year-old son Arthur, who attended both shows to cheer his mom on.The previous week, judge Carrie Ann Inaba - who battles several autoimmune diseases - could relate to Selma and her incredible strength only too well and was also left in an emotional state.MORE: Divisive Dancing with the Stars season 31 makes emotional first eliminationMORE: Exclusive: Amanda Kloots shares who she's rooting

Dancing with the Stars is having a little shake up. On Monday, it was announced that Joseph Beana’s partner, Daniella Karagach, tested positive for COVID-19 and would have to sit out of week two. “Unfortunately, Daniella Karagach tested positive overnight for Covid. She is completely asymptomatic and is self-quarantining.

Surrounded by support. As Selma Blair navigates her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, the actress has a close group of pals in her corner.

Selma Blair felt she was part of a "fairy tale" when she danced without a cane on 'Dancing With the Stars'. The 50-year-old actress - who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2016 - admitted it was an "amazing" experience to perform her emotional Viennese waltz routine to David Cook's 'Time of My Life' with only her partner Sasha Farber for support. She told 'Extra': “It felt amazing.

Dancing With The Stars. Watch Below: Selma Blair Multiple Sclerosis Month 2022In the debut episode of the season, Selma alongside dance partner Sasha Farber earned 28 points from their amazing Viennese waltz to David Cook’s Time of my Life - and brought many people to tears in the process. Selma, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018 brought judge Carrie Ann and fellow contestant Jordin Sparks to tears with her performance. The Legally Blonde and Cruel Intentions actress herself was also brought to tears as she received her score, telling the judges, “I’m so grateful, I’m so grateful.” Selma joined a number of big names for season 30 of the celebrity dance competition, including TikTok star Charli D’Amelio and Drag Race star Shangela. Selma and dance partner, Sasha.Selma Blair has been open about her diagnosis over the past five years, sharing on Instagram her daily battles with the disease. During the Emmy’s earlier this month, she earned a standing ovation as she announced the winners of outstanding drama series. “I am so, so honoured.

Not a dry eye in the house. Emma Slater broke down in tears watching her estranged husband Sasha Farber‘s first Dancing With the Stars performance with partner Selma Blair.

The premiere of “Dancing with the Stars” had all the heart and drama fans have come to expect.

There wasn’t a dry eye in the house as Selma Blair took to the “Dancing With The Stars” stage on Monday’s season 31 premiere.

Emily Longeretta The star-studded 31st season of “Dancing With the Stars” has arrived. For the first time, the show moved from ABC to Disney+, which meant two hours of live entertainment — and no commercial breaks. The broadcast two-hour telecast equals about 86 minutes, so the producers were tasked with finding a way to fill 34 more minutes.

Disney Plus.  Dancing With the Stars first debuted in June 2005 on ABC and soon became one of its most popular shows, though ratings have dropped in recent years. While it may not be the powerhouse it used to be, DWTS still has allure for Disney Plus, which is seeking to expand its subscriber base with different offerings.

Disney Plus.  Dancing With the Stars first debuted in June 2005 on ABC and soon became one of its most popular shows, though ratings have dropped in recent years. While it may not be the powerhouse it used to be, DWTS still has allure for Disney Plus, which is seeking to expand its subscriber base with different offerings.

Gabby Windey has Rachel Recchia to thank for her gig. On the latest episode of SiriusXM's , Robert Mills, Senior Vice President, Alternative Series, Specials & Late-Night Programming, ABC Entertainment, revealed how the pilot pushed for her co-lead to compete on .«Gabby is actually on — and this is the God's honest truth — she's on because of Rachel,» Robert said. «When we were at CMA Fest in Nashville in June, we were having dinner and Rachel said, 'You have to put Gabby on.

Selma Blair, Jordin Sparks, Jason Lewis, and Teresa Giudice have joined the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars. The cast of season 31 was announced on Good Morning America on Thursday ahead of the season's premiere on 19 September.