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Carrie Ann Inaba DWTS 2026: Judge, Scores, Career and Season 35 Role

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Carrie Ann Inaba DWTS 2026: Judge, Scores, Career and Season 35 Role
Carrie Ann Inaba DWTS 2026: Judge, Scores, Career and Season 35 Role

Carrie Ann Inaba is back at the judges' table for Dancing With the Stars Season 35, alongside Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli.

Is Carrie Ann Inaba Still a DWTS Judge?

Yes. ABC says Inaba and Tonioli have served together as judges for all 35 seasons of the series.

What Does Carrie Ann Inaba Do on DWTS?

Inaba evaluates celebrity-pro pairings on technique, performance, musicality and overall execution. Her score combines with the other judges' scores and the public vote.

Carrie Ann Inaba and Guillermo Rodriguez

During the Season 35 premiere, Inaba awarded Guillermo Rodriguez four points for his cha-cha with Witney Carson.

Quick Answer

Season 35 judges: Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli.

FAQ

How long has Carrie Ann Inaba been a DWTS judge?

ABC says she and Bruno Tonioli have been judges together across all 35 seasons.

Sources: ABC News and ABC.

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