Dancing with the Stars Season 35 Episode 3 Photos: “Viral Hits Night”

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Dancing With The Stars Season 35 Episode 3 Viral Hits Night CONNOR WOOD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLER, ALAN BERSTEN, BRITT STEWART

Dancing with the Stars turns its attention to the internet for “Viral Hits Night,” as the celebrities and their professional partners take the ballroom floor with routines inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable online moments.

After the two-part premiere introduced this season’s competitors, Episode 3 gives the pairs a timely new theme to play with. The night’s performances will draw from songs and pop-culture moments that became massive through the internet, giving the choreography room to lean into everything from nostalgia to the kind of instantly recognizable hooks that live far beyond a single scroll.

Viral Hits Night Brings an Internet-Inspired Theme to the Ballroom

The theme is an especially natural fit for Dancing with the Stars, a series built around big performances, fan conversation and the moments viewers cannot stop sharing after the credits roll. With a fresh set of routines built around viral music and cultural touchstones, the remaining contestants will be looking for the right balance of personality, precision and a little internet-era fun.

See the episode photos below for a look at the couples, their professional partners and the ballroom setup ahead of the new competition night.

How to Watch Dancing with the Stars Season 35 Episode 3

“Viral Hits Night” airs Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Check your local ABC listings for airtime and visit the official Dancing with the Stars page for current viewing information.

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Dancing with the Stars Season 35 Episode 3 Photos: “Viral Hits Night”

DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) DEREK HOUGH, ANDY RICHTER
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
DEREK HOUGH, ANDY RICHTER
ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, SASHA FARBER DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, SASHA FARBER
ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, SASHA FARBER
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, SASHA FARBER
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) MARIA MENOUNOS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
MARIA MENOUNOS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) DANIELLA KARAGACH
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
DANIELLA KARAGACH
DEREK HOUGH, JORDAN CHILES DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) DEREK HOUGH, JORDAN CHILES
DEREK HOUGH, JORDAN CHILES
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
DEREK HOUGH, JORDAN CHILES
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) JORDAN CHILES
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
JORDAN CHILES
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) TAYLOR HANSON, BRITT STEWART
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
TAYLOR HANSON, BRITT STEWART
ADELE ZAIKMAN, CONNOR WOOD, CIARA MILLER, GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ, HAILEY BILLS DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) ADELE ZAIKMAN, CONNOR WOOD, CIARA MILLER, GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ, HAILEY BILLS
ADELE ZAIKMAN, CONNOR WOOD, CIARA MILLER, GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ, HAILEY BILLS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
ADELE ZAIKMAN, CONNOR WOOD, CIARA MILLER, GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ, HAILEY BILLS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) CONNOR WOOD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLER, ALAN BERSTEN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
CONNOR WOOD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLER, ALAN BERSTEN
ANDY RICHTER, ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, JORDAN CHILES DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) ANDY RICHTER, ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, JORDAN CHILES
ANDY RICHTER, ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, JORDAN CHILES
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
ANDY RICHTER, ADELE ZAIKMAN, HAILEY BILLS, JORDAN CHILES
HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS
HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS
HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS
HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
HAILEY BILLS, MAURA HIGGINS, MARK BALLAS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) DANCING WITH THE STARS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
DANCING WITH THE STARS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) CIARA MILLER, TAYLOR HANSON
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
CIARA MILLER, TAYLOR HANSON
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) ADELE ZAIKMAN, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, HAILEY BILLS
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
ADELE ZAIKMAN, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, HAILEY BILLS
HAILEY BILLS, TAYLOR HANSON, ADELE ZAIKMAN DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) HAILEY BILLS, TAYLOR HANSON, ADELE ZAIKMAN
HAILEY BILLS, TAYLOR HANSON, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
HAILEY BILLS, TAYLOR HANSON, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) HAILEY BILLS, PASHA PASHKOV
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
HAILEY BILLS, PASHA PASHKOV
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) RYLEE ARNOLD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
RYLEE ARNOLD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) HAILEY BILLS, BRITT STEWART, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
HAILEY BILLS, BRITT STEWART, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) ALAN BERSTEN, HAILEY BILLS, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
ALAN BERSTEN, HAILEY BILLS, ADELE ZAIKMAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) JENNA DEWAN
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
JENNA DEWAN
CONNOR WOOD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLER, ALAN BERSTEN, BRITT STEWART DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) CONNOR WOOD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLER, ALAN BERSTEN, BRITT STEWART
CONNOR WOOD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLER, ALAN BERSTEN, BRITT STEWART
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
CONNOR WOOD, BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLER, ALAN BERSTEN, BRITT STEWART
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo) VALENTIN CHMERKOVSKIY

DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Ser Baffo)
VALENTIN CHMERKOVSKIY