ABC Confirms “Dancing With The Stars Junior” For Spring 2018

ABC books a “Dancing With The Stars” spin-off.

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As part of its 2017-18 scheduling announcement, ABC confirmed plans for a “Dancing With The Stars” spin-off.

The network reveals that “Dancing With The Stars Junior” will premiere in the spring of 2018.

The series will pair young celebrities and/or children of celebrities with professional junior ballroom dancers. Like the original series, the contestants will compete before a panel of renowned judges.

Season 24 of “Dancing With The Stars” will conclude next week. The 25th season will premiere in the fall.

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