Witney Carson, the celebrated professional dancer from "Dancing With The Stars," has joyfully announced that she and her husband, Carson McAllister, are expecting their third child. This delightful news comes as Carson prepares to return to the dance floor for the show's 35th season, marking a significant milestone as she intends to compete while four months pregnant.
Celebrity Dancer Witney Carson Announces Pregnancy, Confirms Return to "Dancing With The Stars" for Season 35
In a heartwarming revelation on Monday, August 17, 2026, "Dancing With The Stars" luminary Witney Carson, aged 32, shared the exciting news of her third pregnancy with her husband, Carson McAllister. The announcement, made through an endearing Instagram video, featured the couple and their two young sons, Kevin Leo (5) and Jet Carson (3), celebrating with sonogram images in a photo booth. Carson expressed immense gratitude and happiness about their expanding family, stating, "We've been keeping a secret… a new addition to the McAllister gang coming soon! We are so grateful and overjoyed to be growing our family."
Later the same day, Carson made a captivating appearance on Good Morning America, where she confirmed her participation in the upcoming season of "Dancing With The Stars." She candidly discussed the unique challenge of competing while four months pregnant, a pioneering move for a professional dancer on the show. "It wasn't on my bingo card to compete on Dancing with the Stars and be four months pregnant, but I think that's a beautiful thing," she remarked. Her partner for the season will be 55-year-old comedian Guillermo Rodriguez, widely known as Jimmy Kimmel's beloved sidekick.
Carson acknowledged the difficulties of managing pregnancy with two toddlers, but praised her husband, a mechanical engineer, for his unwavering support. "My husband has been an absolute champ and he has allowed me to rest, and he's very much taking care of all of us," she shared. The couple recently commemorated their tenth wedding anniversary, a testament to their enduring high school sweetheart romance that began in American Fork, Utah, culminating in their marriage in January 2016.
In an interview with People, Carson further elaborated on her decision to compete. She conveyed her deep affection for both motherhood and dance, expressing her desire to embrace both roles simultaneously. "My plan is to, as long as the baby is healthy and as long as I'm doing well, then we will compete again on this season on Dancing with the Stars, which is very exciting because I love being a mom more than anything, and I also love to dance," she explained. "I love both. And so if I can do both, then that's what I want to do." Carson expressed hope that, with good health for both her and the baby, the experience would be profoundly rewarding.
A two-time Mirror Ball Trophy winner, Carson secured her most recent victory last year with partner Robert Irwin. Her first win was in 2014, alongside Alfonso Ribeiro in season 19. The full cast and their professional pairings for season 35 are slated to be unveiled on September 2nd on Good Morning America. Confirmed celebrity contestants include "Summer House" star Ciara Miller, "Love Island USA After Sun" host Maura Higgins, and Savannah Bananas baseball player Jackson Olson. Kamri Peterson, a professional dancer from "Dancing with the Stars: Juniors," will also join the troupe. The highly anticipated season of "Dancing With The Stars" is scheduled to premiere over two nights, September 15th and 16th, on ABC and Disney+, with streaming available on Hulu the following day.
Witney Carson's decision to compete on "Dancing With The Stars" while pregnant is not merely a professional choice but a powerful statement on embracing womanhood and career aspirations simultaneously. It challenges conventional norms and highlights the strength and determination of expectant mothers in demanding fields. Her journey will undoubtedly inspire many, demonstrating that with support and resilience, women can pursue their passions while navigating the beautiful complexities of pregnancy and family life. This season promises to be a remarkable showcase of talent, perseverance, and the boundless capabilities of the human spirit.
