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“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez will compete on ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 35. The announcement, made during the late-night show, marks a career shift for the 55-year-old, who has worked on the program for 23 years. The full cast, including professional dancers, will be revealed Sept. 2 on ‘Good Morning America.'”
Guillermo Rodriguez’s Evolution from Security to Stardom
“Guillermo Rodriguez’s Journey from Security Guard to DWTS Contestant”
Guillermo Rodriguez’s rise from a “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” parking lot security guard to a fixture of the late-night show spans 23 years. His career, detailed in multiple sources, began when he joined the show as a guard, later transitioning to an on-air role as a sidekick. He is featured every night alongside Kimmel and has developed his own segments, including his boozy appearances on the Oscars red carpet.
Rodriguez’s new venture into dance is a departure from his comedic roots. “This September, Guillermo will become the first-ever parking lot security guard to dance with the stars,” Kimmel declared on the June 17 episode.
The Diverse Roster of Season 35 Competitors
“The Cast of Season 35: A Mix of Reality Stars and Social Media Personalities”
Rodriguez joins a cast that includes “Summer House” star Ciara Miller, “Love Island” alum Maura Higgins, and Savannah Bananas player Jackson Olson. Higgins, who previously competed on “The Traitors,” expressed a preference for partner Mark Ballas. “I want Mark because maybe he might go easy on me a bit,” she told Us Weekly, though she noted a backup plan involving Val Chmerkovskiy.
Ciara Miller, meanwhile, has her sights set on Val Chmerkovskiy. “I’m on Brooks’ side,” Higgins said, referencing her loyalty to a friend amid a public feud, per Us Weekly.
Legacy and Trends in the Dancing Competition Format
“What’s Next for DWTS After Season 34’s Success?”
Season 34’s finale saw wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin take home the Mirrorball Trophy. Irwin will now host the new spin-off “Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro,” premiering July 13 on ABC.
“Industry Reactions and the Cultural Impact of a Late-Night Icon on a Dance Floor”
Rodriguez’s casting has drawn comparisons to past late-night sidekicks, such as Andy Richter, who competed in Season 34.
The move also underscores the show’s strategy to blend established TV personalities with reality stars.
Logistics and Premiere Information
“Premiere Dates and the Road Ahead”
“Dancing With the Stars” Season 35 will premiere in September on ABC and Disney+, with episodes airing the next day on Hulu. The full cast, including professional dancers, will be announced Sept. 2 on “Good Morning America.”
The season’s success will hinge on balancing Rodriguez’s novelty with the returning stars’ experience.
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