Bindi Irwin Wins Dancing with the Stars Season 21.Photo: Adam Taylor/ABC/Getty

ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars” - Season 21 - Finale - Day Two

01of 32Xochitl GomezXochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy.Eric McCandless/DISNEY via Getty ImagesWinner of season 32 (Dec. 5, 2023)The 17-year-old star ofRaven’s HomeandDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessmade her mark in the ballroom, scoring perfectly on her two finale night dances beforewinning the inaugural Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy(renamed in honor ofthe late judge) alongside partner Chmerkovskiy.“It’s unbelievable. I didn’t see it coming,” Gomez told reporters afterward. “You know, I went into this whole competition thing thinking, if I make it to week five, that’d be awesome, and so to be here and to have this trophy is just crazy. I’m really proud of us. "

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Xochitl Gomez

Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy.Eric McCandless/DISNEY via Getty Images

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Winner of season 32 (Dec. 5, 2023)

The 17-year-old star ofRaven’s HomeandDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessmade her mark in the ballroom, scoring perfectly on her two finale night dances beforewinning the inaugural Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy(renamed in honor ofthe late judge) alongside partner Chmerkovskiy.

“It’s unbelievable. I didn’t see it coming,” Gomez told reporters afterward. “You know, I went into this whole competition thing thinking, if I make it to week five, that’d be awesome, and so to be here and to have this trophy is just crazy. I’m really proud of us. "

02of 32Charli D’AmelioCharli D’Amelio and Mark Ballas.ABC/Eric McCandlessWinner of season 31 (Nov. 21, 2022)“Oh my gosh, it happened so fast!“18-year-old TikTok star D’Ameliotold reporters after the 2022 finale. “I couldn’t even really comprehend what was going on, and then they put me in the air. I was like, ‘What?’ “And her partner Mark Ballas was even in step with her reaction uponwinning the Mirrorball Trophy— marking his first victory since he andShawn Johnsoncame out on top of the competition 13 years ago.“I think we’re both still a bit staggered,” admitted Ballas, adding of his partner, “It’s like she’s still shell-shocked.”

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Charli D’Amelio

Charli D’Amelio and Mark Ballas.ABC/Eric McCandless

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Winner of season 31 (Nov. 21, 2022)

“Oh my gosh, it happened so fast!“18-year-old TikTok star D’Ameliotold reporters after the 2022 finale. “I couldn’t even really comprehend what was going on, and then they put me in the air. I was like, ‘What?’ "

And her partner Mark Ballas was even in step with her reaction uponwinning the Mirrorball Trophy— marking his first victory since he andShawn Johnsoncame out on top of the competition 13 years ago.

“I think we’re both still a bit staggered,” admitted Ballas, adding of his partner, “It’s like she’s still shell-shocked.”

03of 32Iman Shumpert(ABC/Eric McCandless)Winner of season 30 (Nov. 22, 2021)Shumpert made historyas the first NBA player to ever reach the finale or win the show. In addition, the 6' 5” star and partner Daniella Karagach Pashkova, who is 5' 7”, had the biggest height difference of all the contestants this season.The Brooklyn Nets player dedicated his win to his parents, who’d supported him through his wholeDWTSjourney but couldn’t be in the ballroom for the finale due to a COVID-19 exposure.“I just can’t wait for my mom to actually get our hands on this trophy because this is a show that means a lot to her,” he told PEOPLE. “It really makes her smile to see people be more than an athlete, more than an entertainer. More than whatever their respective field is. She loves when people grow and people have progress.”

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Iman Shumpert

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Winner of season 30 (Nov. 22, 2021)

Shumpert made historyas the first NBA player to ever reach the finale or win the show. In addition, the 6' 5” star and partner Daniella Karagach Pashkova, who is 5' 7”, had the biggest height difference of all the contestants this season.

The Brooklyn Nets player dedicated his win to his parents, who’d supported him through his wholeDWTSjourney but couldn’t be in the ballroom for the finale due to a COVID-19 exposure.“I just can’t wait for my mom to actually get our hands on this trophy because this is a show that means a lot to her,” he told PEOPLE. “It really makes her smile to see people be more than an athlete, more than an entertainer. More than whatever their respective field is. She loves when people grow and people have progress.”

04of 32Kaitlyn BristoweArtem Chigvinstev and Kaitlyn Bristowe onDWTS.ABCWinner of season 29 (Nov. 23, 2020)Back-to-back Bachelor nationwinners! Bristowe and partner Artem Chigvintsev were the most recent victors, beating finalists Nelly, Justina Machado and Nev Schulman for glory. The win was extra special for Chigvintsev: it was his first.Bristowe currently hosts theOff the Vinepodcast and isplanning her weddingto Jason Tartick.

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Kaitlyn Bristowe

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Winner of season 29 (Nov. 23, 2020)

Back-to-back Bachelor nationwinners! Bristowe and partner Artem Chigvintsev were the most recent victors, beating finalists Nelly, Justina Machado and Nev Schulman for glory. The win was extra special for Chigvintsev: it was his first.

Bristowe currently hosts theOff the Vinepodcast and isplanning her weddingto Jason Tartick.

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Hannah Brown

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HANNAH BROWN, ALAN BERSTEN

Winner of season 28 (Nov. 25, 2019)

During the live episode, during whichCher,Pitbulland Ne-Yo performed and the season 28 contestants returned with their pro partners, formerBachelorettestar Brown went up against her three fellow finalists: Ally Brooke,Lauren AlainaandKel Mitchell.

Brown popped back up onThe Bachelormonths later fora conversation with former flame Peter Weber, though was ultimately sent home. As people social distanced in March during the COVID-19 pandemic,she was spotted hanging withformerBachelorettecontestant Tyler Cameron for a while; the two parted ways that April. She now has anew boyfriend, Adam Woolard.

In May of 2020, the reality starcame under firefor using the N-word in an Instagram video. She eventually apologized, vowing to be “part of the solution” and “continue doing better.”

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Winner of season 27 (Nov. 19, 2018)

The Nashville radio personality, paired with Sharna Burgess, was somewhat of a surprise champ. Reflecting on his win,Bones told reportersthat he was “in shock” about taking home the trophy. “I apologized so many times to [Sharna] for getting stuck with me because she’s so good and talented. I mean if you have a pencil, how do you paint a portrait? It didn’t make sense, but she stuck with me. It was very difficult for me to comprehend some very simple things, even today! Without Sharna I wouldn’t be here! I know my place in this and I don’t get it twisted one bit!” Bones has kept close to his country roots since winning, assuming hosting and presenting duties at various awards shows and fests around Music City. In July of 2021,he marriedCaitlin Parker.

07of 32Adam RipponCraig Sjodin/ABCWinner of season 26 (May 21, 2018)On an all-athlete edition of the series, the fan-favorite Olympic figure skater turned out near-perfect scores week after week with partner Jenna Johnson. “The Mirrorball has now taken on a new meaning, someone like me is accepted and I feel loved,“Rippon told reportersat the finale. Though he retired from competitive figure skating later that year, he’s remained busy, appearing onRuPaul’s Drag Raceand inTaylor Swift’s “You Need to Calm Down” video in addition to writing a book.

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Adam Rippon

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ADAM RIPPON, JENNA JOHNSON

Winner of season 26 (May 21, 2018)

On an all-athlete edition of the series, the fan-favorite Olympic figure skater turned out near-perfect scores week after week with partner Jenna Johnson. “The Mirrorball has now taken on a new meaning, someone like me is accepted and I feel loved,“Rippon told reportersat the finale. Though he retired from competitive figure skating later that year, he’s remained busy, appearing onRuPaul’s Drag Raceand inTaylor Swift’s “You Need to Calm Down” video in addition to writing a book.

08of 32Jordan FisherAdam Rose via Getty ImagesWinner of season 25 (Nov. 21, 2017)TheGrease: Livestar brought his high school dance moves to the ballroom, beating Lindsey Stirling and Frankie Muniz for the top spot with partner Lindsay Arnold. He’s kept busy since, appearing in Netflix’sTo All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love Youand the big-screen adaptation ofTick, Tick … Boom,in addition towelcoming his first child in 2022.

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Jordan Fisher

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Winner of season 25 (Nov. 21, 2017)

TheGrease: Livestar brought his high school dance moves to the ballroom, beating Lindsey Stirling and Frankie Muniz for the top spot with partner Lindsay Arnold. He’s kept busy since, appearing in Netflix’sTo All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love Youand the big-screen adaptation ofTick, Tick … Boom,in addition towelcoming his first child in 2022.

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Rashad Jennings

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Winner of season 24 (May 23, 2017)

10of 32Laurie HernandezEric McCandless/ABC/GettyWinner of season 23 (Nov. 22, 2016)At 16 years old, Hernandez was the youngestDWTSwinner. After her big win with partnerVal Chmerkovskiy, the Olympic gymnast embarked on theDWTS Live!tour and has been jetting around the world for appearances and partnerships. The most recent highlight: teaming up with her mom, Wanda Hernandez, for the Febreze for Walmart campaign video.

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Laurie Hernandez

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ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars”: Season 23 - Finale

Winner of season 23 (Nov. 22, 2016)

At 16 years old, Hernandez was the youngestDWTSwinner. After her big win with partnerVal Chmerkovskiy, the Olympic gymnast embarked on theDWTS Live!tour and has been jetting around the world for appearances and partnerships. The most recent highlight: teaming up with her mom, Wanda Hernandez, for the Febreze for Walmart campaign video.

11of 32Nyle DiMarcoAdam Taylor/ABC/GettyWinner of season 22 (May 24, 2016)DiMarco, who was partnered withPeta MurgatroydonDWTS, was the first deaf contestant to take home the Mirrorball Trophy and has since used his platform to help others. The model — who headlined the Chippendales show in Las Vegas for a period — launched the Nyle DiMarco Signature Series 2014 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with ONEHOPE. And every purchase from the sale will help provide one deaf child and their family with bilingual American Sign Language and English education resources through his other passion project, the Nyle DiMarco Foundation.

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Nyle DiMarco

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ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars”: Season 22 - Finale

Winner of season 22 (May 24, 2016)

DiMarco, who was partnered withPeta MurgatroydonDWTS, was the first deaf contestant to take home the Mirrorball Trophy and has since used his platform to help others. The model — who headlined the Chippendales show in Las Vegas for a period — launched the Nyle DiMarco Signature Series 2014 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with ONEHOPE. And every purchase from the sale will help provide one deaf child and their family with bilingual American Sign Language and English education resources through his other passion project, the Nyle DiMarco Foundation.

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Bindi Irwin

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Winner of season 21 (Nov. 24, 2015)

13of 32Rumer WillisKelsey McNeal/ABC/GettyWinner of season 20 (May 19, 2015)Willis' dancing days may have wrapped, but her on-screen presence certainly hasn’t! The daughter ofDemi Mooreand Bruce Willis cha-cha’ed from the ballroom to a recurring role onEmpire, among other projects.

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Rumer Willis

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Winner of season 20 (May 19, 2015)

Willis' dancing days may have wrapped, but her on-screen presence certainly hasn’t! The daughter ofDemi Mooreand Bruce Willis cha-cha’ed from the ballroom to a recurring role onEmpire, among other projects.

14of 32Alfonso RibeiroKelsey McNeal/ABC/GettyWinner of season 19 (Nov. 25, 2014)After season 19 fan-favorite Ribeiro wrapped his time onDWTSin 2015, he put his hosting duties to practice after taking overDWTSco-host Tom Bergeron’s gig emceeingAmerica’s Funniest Home Videos —and eventually,DWTSitself. The father of four also frequently appears on morning programs, includingGMA,TodayandAccess Hollywood Live.

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Alfonso Ribeiro

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Winner of season 19 (Nov. 25, 2014)

After season 19 fan-favorite Ribeiro wrapped his time onDWTSin 2015, he put his hosting duties to practice after taking overDWTSco-host Tom Bergeron’s gig emceeingAmerica’s Funniest Home Videos —and eventually,DWTSitself. The father of four also frequently appears on morning programs, includingGMA,TodayandAccess Hollywood Live.

15of 32Meryl DavisAdam Taylor/ABC/GettyWinner of season 18 (May 20, 2014)Since she skated straight from Olympic gold to best in the ballroom, Davis has continued showcasing her dance moves with Olympic partner (andDWTScompetitor), Charlie White, focusing on performing as dancers off the ice and opting out of chasing another gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics. In June 2019,she wed Fedor Andreevin the South of France.

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Meryl Davis

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Winner of season 18 (May 20, 2014)

Since she skated straight from Olympic gold to best in the ballroom, Davis has continued showcasing her dance moves with Olympic partner (andDWTScompetitor), Charlie White, focusing on performing as dancers off the ice and opting out of chasing another gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics. In June 2019,she wed Fedor Andreevin the South of France.

16of 32Amber RileyAdam Taylor/ABC/GettyWinner of Season 17 (Nov. 26, 2013)After a run onGlee, Riley put the “T” in triple threat when she andDWTSpowerhouse Derek Hough handily earned the Mirrorball Trophy in the show’s 17th season. She’s since gone on to judge a performance competition of her own (BBC’s 2017 musical theater contest,Let It Shine) and take home an Olivier Award for her electric performance as Effie in the London West End production ofDreamgirls.

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Amber Riley

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Winner of Season 17 (Nov. 26, 2013)

After a run onGlee, Riley put the “T” in triple threat when she andDWTSpowerhouse Derek Hough handily earned the Mirrorball Trophy in the show’s 17th season. She’s since gone on to judge a performance competition of her own (BBC’s 2017 musical theater contest,Let It Shine) and take home an Olivier Award for her electric performance as Effie in the London West End production ofDreamgirls.

17of 32Kellie PicklerABC/Kelsey McNealWinner of season 16 (May 21, 2013)After winning season 16 in 2013 with dance partner Derek Hough, Pickler pursued a few other television endeavors. TheAmerican Idolalumna voiced a pirate genie (really!) in an episode of Nick Jr.‘sShimmer and Shineand has shown off her winning personality while costarring with singer-songwriter husband Kyle Jacobs on CMT’sI Love Kellie Pickler.

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Kellie Pickler

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Winner of season 16 (May 21, 2013)

After winning season 16 in 2013 with dance partner Derek Hough, Pickler pursued a few other television endeavors. TheAmerican Idolalumna voiced a pirate genie (really!) in an episode of Nick Jr.‘sShimmer and Shineand has shown off her winning personality while costarring with singer-songwriter husband Kyle Jacobs on CMT’sI Love Kellie Pickler.

18of 32Melissa RycroftAdam Taylor/ABC/GettyWinner of Season 15 (Nov. 27, 2012)After a brutal live breakup withBachelorleading man Jason Mesnick in 2009, Rycroft went on to take third place onDWTSseason 8 with pro partner Tony Dovolani. The pair, however, would make a triumphant return as all-stars on season 15, rumba-ing their way into fans’ hearts. Rycroft has continued to pursue on-air opportunities while raising three kids with husband Tye Strickland, whom she married in 2009.

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Melissa Rycroft

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Winner of Season 15 (Nov. 27, 2012)

After a brutal live breakup withBachelorleading man Jason Mesnick in 2009, Rycroft went on to take third place onDWTSseason 8 with pro partner Tony Dovolani. The pair, however, would make a triumphant return as all-stars on season 15, rumba-ing their way into fans’ hearts. Rycroft has continued to pursue on-air opportunities while raising three kids with husband Tye Strickland, whom she married in 2009.

19of 32Donald DriverABC/ADAM TAYLORWinner of season 14 (May 22, 2012)The former standout Green Bay Packers wide receiver claimed the show’s crown alongside pro Peta Murgatroyd. Since then, Driver has written a bestselling memoir,Driven, as well as several children’s books. He and his wife Betina continue to raise their children, who were their dad’s biggest fans during hisDWTSrun.

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Donald Driver

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Winner of season 14 (May 22, 2012)

The former standout Green Bay Packers wide receiver claimed the show’s crown alongside pro Peta Murgatroyd. Since then, Driver has written a bestselling memoir,Driven, as well as several children’s books. He and his wife Betina continue to raise their children, who were their dad’s biggest fans during hisDWTSrun.

20of 32J.R. MartinezABC/ADAM TAYLORWinner of season 13 (Nov. 22, 2011)An Army veteran andAll My Childrenstar who had recovered from extensive combat injuries before he entered the competition, Martinez quickstepped to victory alongside pro Karina Smirnoff. After the show, he used his winner’s platform to continue acting and working with fellow burn survivors as a motivational speaker and advocate. In 2018,he marriedlongtime girlfriend Diana Gonzalez-Jones.

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J.R. Martinez

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Winner of season 13 (Nov. 22, 2011)

An Army veteran andAll My Childrenstar who had recovered from extensive combat injuries before he entered the competition, Martinez quickstepped to victory alongside pro Karina Smirnoff. After the show, he used his winner’s platform to continue acting and working with fellow burn survivors as a motivational speaker and advocate. In 2018,he marriedlongtime girlfriend Diana Gonzalez-Jones.

21of 32Hines WardABC/ADAM TAYLORWinner of season 12 (May 24, 2011)Ward and Kym Johnson danced their way to the crown right before Ward’s last season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Since, he’s retired from football and worked as an NFL studio analyst for NBC from 2012–15. He’s currently a sports contributor for CNN and has one child with his wife, Lindsey Georgalas-Ward.

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Hines Ward

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Winner of season 12 (May 24, 2011)

Ward and Kym Johnson danced their way to the crown right before Ward’s last season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Since, he’s retired from football and worked as an NFL studio analyst for NBC from 2012–15. He’s currently a sports contributor for CNN and has one child with his wife, Lindsey Georgalas-Ward.

22of 32Jennifer GreyABC/ADAM LARKEYWinner of season 11 (Nov. 23, 2010)How could the star ofDirty Dancingnot win a dance competition? Grey came out of the corner and back into the limelight with dance partner Derek Hough, despite opting not to perform her star-making iconic lift onDWTS. Grey shares a daughter, Stella with her husband (andAvengersstar) Clark Gregg, and she’s done scores of small-screen projects, including voice work on Disney’sPhineas and Ferbseries and a tear-filled episode ofWho Do You Think You Are?

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Jennifer Grey

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Winner of season 11 (Nov. 23, 2010)

How could the star ofDirty Dancingnot win a dance competition? Grey came out of the corner and back into the limelight with dance partner Derek Hough, despite opting not to perform her star-making iconic lift onDWTS. Grey shares a daughter, Stella with her husband (andAvengersstar) Clark Gregg, and she’s done scores of small-screen projects, including voice work on Disney’sPhineas and Ferbseries and a tear-filled episode ofWho Do You Think You Are?

23of 32Nicole ScherzingerAdam Larkey/ABC/GettyWinner of season 10 (May 25, 2010)The former Pussycat Doll continued working in music and musical theatre following her victory with partner Derek Hough. She has since released two solo albums while booking gigs in ABC’s remake ofDirty Dancingand as a judge forThe X Factor UKandThe Masked Singer.

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Nicole Scherzinger

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Winner of season 10 (May 25, 2010)

The former Pussycat Doll continued working in music and musical theatre following her victory with partner Derek Hough. She has since released two solo albums while booking gigs in ABC’s remake ofDirty Dancingand as a judge forThe X Factor UKandThe Masked Singer.

24of 32Donny OsmondAdam Larkey/ABC/GettyWinner of season 9 (Sept. 20, 2009)The same night Osmond won with partner Kym Johnson, he also performed his hit ’70s song “Puppy Love.” Osmond underwent a successful vocal surgery in 2015, which required him to not speak for three weeks following the procedure. Osmond now has five grandchildren and has contributed to several showbiz programs (including a 137-episode stint as a commentator onEntertainment Tonight) while also injecting his signature “little bit rock ‘n’ roll” style) in gigs with his famous sister Marie Osmond, who also competed onDWTS. In November 2019, the twoended their 11-year run in Las Vegas.

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Donny Osmond

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Winner of season 9 (Sept. 20, 2009)

The same night Osmond won with partner Kym Johnson, he also performed his hit ’70s song “Puppy Love.” Osmond underwent a successful vocal surgery in 2015, which required him to not speak for three weeks following the procedure. Osmond now has five grandchildren and has contributed to several showbiz programs (including a 137-episode stint as a commentator onEntertainment Tonight) while also injecting his signature “little bit rock ‘n’ roll” style) in gigs with his famous sister Marie Osmond, who also competed onDWTS. In November 2019, the twoended their 11-year run in Las Vegas.

25of 32Shawn Johnson EastABC/KELSEY MCNEALWinner of season 8 (May 19, 2009)Since bringing home the Mirrorball Trophy alongside pro Mark Ballas, the Olympic gold medalist retired from gymnastics and been inducted into the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame. In April 2016, she married NFL player, Andrew East and is tackling more on-camera projects in addition to raising her two small children.

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Shawn Johnson East

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Winner of season 8 (May 19, 2009)

Since bringing home the Mirrorball Trophy alongside pro Mark Ballas, the Olympic gold medalist retired from gymnastics and been inducted into the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame. In April 2016, she married NFL player, Andrew East and is tackling more on-camera projects in addition to raising her two small children.

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Brooke Burke

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Winner of season 7 (Nov. 25, 2008)

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Kristi Yamaguchi

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Winner of season 6 (May 20, 2008)

28of 32Helio CastronevesABC/CAROL KAELSONWinner of season 5 (Nov. 27, 2007)Castroneves' near-perfect score in his last freestyle dance with partner Julianne Hough helped him earn first place in season 5. He returned for the all-stars season in 2012, making it to the third week with partner Chelsie Hightower, and has not lost momentum since, despite a tax evasion trial in 2009 (he was acquitted on six counts). As an IndyCar series driver, Castroneves has maintained his need for speed and finished in second place at the 2017 Indianapolis 500.

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Helio Castroneves

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Winner of season 5 (Nov. 27, 2007)

Castroneves' near-perfect score in his last freestyle dance with partner Julianne Hough helped him earn first place in season 5. He returned for the all-stars season in 2012, making it to the third week with partner Chelsie Hightower, and has not lost momentum since, despite a tax evasion trial in 2009 (he was acquitted on six counts). As an IndyCar series driver, Castroneves has maintained his need for speed and finished in second place at the 2017 Indianapolis 500.

29of 32Apolo Anton OhnoABC/CAROL KAELSONWinner of season 4 (May 22, 2007)The former short track speed skater, who had earned six Olympic medals before taking the gold with Julianne Hough onDWTS, won two more bronzes in the 2010 Winter Olympics. He retired in 2013 and has since been spotted in the entertainment industry, hosting the NBC showSpartan: Ultimate Team Challenge.

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Apolo Anton Ohno

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Winner of season 4 (May 22, 2007)

The former short track speed skater, who had earned six Olympic medals before taking the gold with Julianne Hough onDWTS, won two more bronzes in the 2010 Winter Olympics. He retired in 2013 and has since been spotted in the entertainment industry, hosting the NBC showSpartan: Ultimate Team Challenge.

30of 32Emmitt SmithAdam Larkey/ABC/APWinner of season 3 (Nov. 15, 2006)Since taking home the Mirrorball Trophy with partner Cheryl Burke, the ex-Dallas Cowboy was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010. He continues to build his personal brand throughout the sports-entertainment field while also giving back to the community via Pat & Emmitt Smith Charities, which annually awards college scholarships and provides enrichment opportunities to underserved youth.

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Emmitt Smith

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Winner of season 3 (Nov. 15, 2006)

Since taking home the Mirrorball Trophy with partner Cheryl Burke, the ex-Dallas Cowboy was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010. He continues to build his personal brand throughout the sports-entertainment field while also giving back to the community via Pat & Emmitt Smith Charities, which annually awards college scholarships and provides enrichment opportunities to underserved youth.

31of 32Drew LacheyABC/ADAM LARKEYWinner of season 2 (Feb. 24, 2006)After winning it all with Cheryl Burke, the 98 Degrees singer and Broadway star has remained involved with the show, embarking on the three-monthDWTStour and stepping in as replacement host during the fifth season. The father of two and his wife currently run Lachey Arts, a performing arts summer day camp in Cincinnati.

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Drew Lachey

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Winner of season 2 (Feb. 24, 2006)

After winning it all with Cheryl Burke, the 98 Degrees singer and Broadway star has remained involved with the show, embarking on the three-monthDWTStour and stepping in as replacement host during the fifth season. The father of two and his wife currently run Lachey Arts, a performing arts summer day camp in Cincinnati.

32of 32Kelly MonacoABC/ADAM LARKEYWinner of season 1 (July 6, 2005)Seven years after emerging as the show’s first-ever winner, Monaco took third alongside Valentin Chmerkovskiy onDWTSseason 15. The two then had a nostalgic minute-long performance on the show’s 10th anniversary special in 2015. But Monaco’s home remains in Port Charles: TheGeneral Hospitalstar continues to play Sam McCall, the role that made her unforgettable since 2003.

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Kelly Monaco

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Winner of season 1 (July 6, 2005)

Seven years after emerging as the show’s first-ever winner, Monaco took third alongside Valentin Chmerkovskiy onDWTSseason 15. The two then had a nostalgic minute-long performance on the show’s 10th anniversary special in 2015. But Monaco’s home remains in Port Charles: TheGeneral Hospitalstar continues to play Sam McCall, the role that made her unforgettable since 2003.

source: people.com