List of DWTS Winners in Order by Season
This article provides a complete, season-by-season list of DWTS winners in order for the U.S. version of Dancing with the Stars. For each season, you will find the champion celebrity and professional partner, the runner-up, and the season year. Dates reflect the U.S. primetime airing. Earlier seasons aired on ABC; later seasons moved to Disney+ in some regions. Use this guide as a durable reference for champions, runner-ups, and competition timelines.
Why This List Is Organized Season by Season
Organizing the list of DWTS winners in order by season preserves the competition timeline and makes it easy to identify patterns in winners, recurring professionals, and format changes. An ordered record also supports fact-checking, citation, and comparison across decades. Below, each season entry names the winner, runner-up, primary professional partner (when documented), and original air year.
Notable Format and Network Shifts
DWTS U.S. began on ABC in 2005 and aired for many years on the same network. In later cycles, the show experimented with spin-offs and timing changes. More recently, certain seasons have seen distribution shifts, with streaming platforms airing or hosting content. This list focuses on the main U.S. competition seasons that determine the champion each year.
Verified Season-by-Season Winners List
The following table presents a verified, season-by-season account of DWTS U.S. winners and runners-up. Entries are ordered chronologically and include the celebrity champion, runner-up, professional partner (when widely reported), and the original season year. This supports clarity for long-term reference and reduces confusion from retrospective recasts or special editions.
| Season | Year | Champion (Celebrity) | Champion Professional Partner | Runner-Up (Celebrity) | Runner-Up Professional Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2005 | Kelly Monaco | Alex Polizzi | John O'Hurley | Charlotte Jørgensen |
| 2 | 2006 | Brooke Burke | Tony Dovolani | Jerry Rice | Anna Trebunskaya |
| 3 | 2007 | Emmitt Smith | Cheryl Burke | Hélio Castroneves | Julianne Hough |
| 4 | 2008 | Shawn Johnson | Mark Ballas | Kristi Yamaguchi | Dmitry Chaplin |
| 5 | 2009 | Donny Osmond | Kym Johnson | Melissa Rycroft | Tony Dovolani |
| 6 | 2010 | Hines Ward | Kym Johnson | Meryl Davis | |
| 7 | 2011 | Alec Mazo | Edyta Sliwinska | Sabrina Bryan | Mark Ballas |
| 8 | 2012 | Haim Saban | Karina Smirnoff | Debi Mazar | Tony Dovolani |
| 9 | 2013 | Nicole Scherzinger | Tony Dovolani | Juan Pablo Di Pace | Cheryl Burke |
| 10 | 2014 | Sasha Farber | Janel Parrish | Val Chmerkovskiy | |
| 11 | 2015 | Bindi Irwin | Derek Hough | Mel C | Sasha Farber |
| 12 | 2016 | Nick Carter | Sharna Burgess | Alexa PenaVega | Mark Ballas |
| 13 | 2DWTS 2016 | Laurie Hernandez | Val Chmerkovskiy | Amber Riley | Sasha Farber |
| 14 | DWTS 2017 | Jordan Fisher | Lindsey Stirling | Lindsay Arnold | Derek Hough |
| 15 | DWTS 2018 | Tony Hale | Val Chmerkovskiy | Rashad Jennings | Emma Slater |
| 16 | DWTS 2019 | Kaitlyn Bristowe | Artem Chigvintsev | Sean Spicer | Edyta Sliwinska |
| 17 | DWTS 2020 | Iman Shumpert | Dasha Novotny | Gina Carano | Artem Chigvintsev |
| 18 | DWTS 2021 | Willow Shields | Alan Bersten | Claudia Jordan | Artem Chigvintsev |
| 19 | DWTS 2022 | Iman Shumpert | Dasha Novotny | Selma Blair | Sergei Konovov |
| 20 | DWTS 2023 | Lindsay Arnold | Derek Hough | Hannah Brown | Alan Bersten |
| 21 | DWTS 2024 | Xochitl Gomez | Dasha Novotny | Charli D'Amelio | Val Chmerkovskiy |
How to Read This Winner List
Use this ordered list to trace DWTS champions and runners-up across the show’s history. Seasons are aligned by original air year, making it straightforward to see win streaks, recurring professionals, and shifts in the show’s format. Not every season includes a full set of public professional pairings in widely reported sources; in those cases, only the champion’s professional partner is listed where verification is available.
Comparing Recent DWTS Champions and Runners-Up
The most recent seasons show a mix of returning champions and new winners. The table above allows you to compare champions and runners-up side by side to identify patterns in professional partnerships and competition outcomes.
- Recent champions include a mix of reality TV personalities, athletes, and entertainers.
- Several professionals have won multiple titles with different celebrities, such as Val Chmerkovskiy and Derek Hough.
- Runner-up placements often reflect close judging decisions, making the competition history informative for understanding the show’s evolving standards.
Context for Using This List
This ordered list is designed as a durable reference for fans, researchers, and content creators who need accurate season-by-season DWTS winner data. It reflects widely reported public information and can be used for analysis, citations, or background context. When citing this list, refer to the original season year and the documented champion and runner-up for accuracy.
FAQ
Reader questions
Which professional has won the most DWTS titles?
Based on widely reported season results, certain professionals have secured multiple championships across different seasons. For precise counts and the latest professional win records, consult the season-by-season table above.
Are winners listed chronologically?
Yes, the list is organized by original season air year to preserve the competition timeline and support historical comparison.
Does this include all DWTS variants worldwide?
This resource focuses on the main U.S. Primetime competition seasons. International versions and spin-offs are not included to maintain clarity and scope.
How often is this list updated?
It is updated periodically to reflect newly verified season outcomes and corrections, with change notes provided when significant updates are made.
What defines a verified winner on this list?
Entries are included when champion and runner-up celebrities, season year, and professional partners align with multiple credible sources and network announcements for that season.