Overview
- RTL has now confirmed six participants: Vanessa Borck, Esther Schweins, Sonya Kraus, Nadja Benaissa, Jan Kittmann and Simon Gosejohann.
- Vanessa Borck’s involvement first surfaced via an Instagram post from friends Lisa and Henry Walser before RTL issued its confirmation.
- RTL has not announced a premiere date for the new season, with multiple outlets reporting an expected late‑February start.
- Longtime judges Jorge González, Motsi Mabuse and Joachim Llambi are reported to be back on the panel.
- Contestant experience varies, with influencer Vanessa Borck noting no formal dance training while GZSZ actor Jan Kittmann brings past jazz‑modern competition titles.