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All the Rules You Didn't Know 'Dancing With the Stars' Contestants Have to Follow

Cosmopolitan

August 14, 2021 at 12:33 AM

Stars have to get an offer from the casting director.

They don't have to be a trending celebrity.

Being a fan could help a star get cast.

Stars can't tell anyone they've been cast.

They aren't locked into the show after the cast reveal, though.

Stars can (but shouldn't!) drop out at the last minute.

Some stars are cast as backups.

There's no disclosed age limit.

Stars are matched with their pro dancer strategically.

Producers try to make sure partners like each other too.

Cast romances are encouraged.

Stars don't get to choose their dancing partner.

Dancers don't get to choose their star either.

Same-sex partners are allowed.

Producers choose the music for the dances.

Contestants can't choose their theme either.

Everyone on the cast gets paid.

Stars can compete for bonus payments.

Pro dancers don't get paid as much as the stars.

Teams have to practice seven days a week.

Stars have to use the show's hair and makeup teams.

The same rule applies to wardrobe.

Being flexible with wardrobe is a must.

Contestants have to get spray tans every week.

Teams have to arrive early on the morning of the live show.

Pairs don't hear the band's arrangement until the day they perform.

The dress rehearsal is mandatory.

Know your angles.

Producers can change anything in a performance.

Stars are expected to contribute to the choreography.

For the group number, stars don't get a say.

Teams have to give an interview after every performance.

Producers have control over the storylines.

Dancers must be willing to be vulnerable on camera.

And the stars can't be camera shy either.

Contestants can't compete if they get injured.

Stars can be replaced.

Contestants can't wear logos on television.

There's a strict no lift rule.

The teams aren't just scored by the judges.

Scores must be verified before being announced.

Contestants have to be patient during live eliminations.

Contestants have to promote the show.

The winners take home more than just bragging rights.

For some, the competition doesn't end at the finale.

Stars have to get an offer from the casting director.

In Hollywood, DWTS is often seen as a great career move and celebrities clamor to get cast on it, but it's the producers's jobs to seek out only the most interesting celebs for the show. "For your marketing, for your career, this is like Willy Wonka's golden ticket," former DWTS executive talent producer Deena Katz told Slate.

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From behind-the-scenes perks to grueling rehearsals, we're breaking down all of the rules that 'Dancing With the Stars' competitors have to follow.