“Watch Jan Ravnik’s Dazzling New Dance Video Go Viral on TikTok – Fans Can’t Get Enough”

Fans of ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars” have a brand-new pro to cheer for: Jan Ravnik, the Slovenian dancer who captured worldwide attention while touring with Taylor Swift’s history-making Eras Tour, is stepping onto the ballroom floor for Season 34. Raised in Tržič, Slovenia, and trained in Latin ballroom from childhood, Ravnik spent the past two years dancing in stadiums packed with more than 70,000 Swifties a night. The 27-year-old performer also appeared in “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” concert film and has shared the stage with Bruno Mars, Mariah Carey and Paula Abdul. Now he’ll channel that arena energy into ABC’s storied ballroom when the competition premieres live on 16 September. “I travelled the world on the Eras Tour, and now I’m coming to the ballroom—mirrorball never goes out of style, and we’re ready to win it,” Ravnik declared in a video message aired on “Good Morning America.” His arrival satisfies months of fan speculation sparked by cryptic purple-sparkle teasers (a not-so-subtle nod to Swift’s signature color) on the show’s social media feeds. What Jan Ravnik brings to DWTS Season 34 • Stadium-sized stage presence: After 152 global Eras Tour dates, Ravnik is comfortable performing under intense pressure and bright lights. • Latin & ballroom foundation: Unlike many incoming pros who specialize in contemporary styles, Ravnik was a competitive ballroom dancer in Europe before pivoting to commercial tours, giving him an advantage in classic DWTS genres like cha-cha, samba and quickstep. • Built-in fan base: With nearly 700 k Instagram followers and countless Swifties eager to support anyone from the tour family, Ravnik instantly boosts the show’s social reach. Season 34 cast and schedule The full celebrity roster will be announced 3 September, but confirmed contestants so far include wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin, viral creator Alix Earle, and “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” stars Jen Affleck and Whitney Leavitt. Hosts Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro return alongside judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli. Episodes air Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and stream next-day on Hulu. Why this matters For ABC, signing Jan Ravnik is a strategic play to tap into two fervent fandoms: Swift’s and DWTS’s. For Ravnik, it’s a high-visibility springboard from backup dancer to household name—mirroring the career trajectories of former pros Derek Hough and Mark Ballas. And for viewers, it promises fresh choreography infused with pop-tour spectacle. Searches for “Jan Ravnik Dancing With the Stars” have surged since the announcement, signaling strong pre-season buzz. If his ballroom debut matches his stadium charisma, Season 34’s mirrorball trophy could be headed straight from the Eras Tour stage to the DWTS winner’s circle.