Overview
- The named participants are Esther Schweins, Sonya Kraus, Nadja Benaissa, Anna-Carina Woitschack, Betty Taube, Vanessa “Nessi” Borck, Ross Antony, Simon Gosejohann, Jan Kittmann, Gustav Schäfer, Joel Mattli, Willi Whey and Milano.
- RTL confirmed that the missing cast member is a woman and said her identity will be announced in the near term.
- Victoria Swarovski and Daniel Hartwich return as hosts, with Motsi Mabuse, Jorge González and Joachim Llambi again serving as judges.
- Coverage points to a late‑February premiere, with WAZ reporting February 27, though RTL has not issued a definitive date; broadcasts air live from Cologne on Friday evenings with parallel streaming on RTL+.
- Professional pairings will be revealed in the Kennenlernshow, as the new cast competes to follow reigning Dancing Star 2025, Diego Pooth.