Dancing With the Stars has remained a staple on ABC for the past 28 seasons. But what goes into the stars getting to compete for the Mirrorball Trophy? From the grueling rehearsals to the makeup guidelines that often get pushback, here's a break down all of the rules the "Dancing With the Stars" competitors have to follow:
- You don't have to be a trending celebrity
- Being a fan could help you get cast
- You aren't locked into the show after the cast reveal
- You can (but shouldn't!) drop out at the last minute
- Some stars are cast as a backup
- There's no disclosed age limit
- You're matched with a pro dancer strategically
- Producers make sure partners like each other
- Cast romances are encouraged
- You don't get to choose your dancing partner
- Dancers don't get to choose their star either
- Producers choose the music for the dances
- You can't choose the theme either
- If you're part of the cast, you'll get paid
- You can compete for bonus payments
- Dancers don't get paid as much as the stars
- You have to practice seven days a week
- You have to use the show's hair and makeup teams
- Contestants have to get spray tans every week
- The same rule applies to wardrobe
- You have to be flexible with wardrobe
- You have to arrive early the morning of the live show
- The dress rehearsal is mandatory
- Producers can change anything in a performance
- Celebrities are expected to contribute to the choreography
- For the group number, stars don't get a say
- You have to give an interview after every performance
- Producers have control over the storylines
- You have to be willing to share on camera
SOURCE: Good Housekeeping
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