Julianne Hough Shares Dream Contestants for "Dancing with the Stars" Season 33

Julianne Hough, a two-time Mirrorball Trophy champion, has confirmed her return to "Dancing with the Stars" for its upcoming season 33. Appearing on "Good Morning America," Hough expressed her excitement about reuniting with co-host Alfonso Ribeiro and judges Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba, and her brother Derek Hough. She described the show as her "home" and emphasized the familial atmosphere that has kept her connected to the series since she first joined as a professional dancer in season 4. During the interview, Hough playfully suggested that one of the Kelce brothers, particularly Jason Kelce, would make an excellent contestant. She noted that Jason, a Super Bowl champion and current ESPN analyst, is not currently playing, which could open the door for his participation. Hough humorously added that if he were to join the cast, she might even consider dancing herself, although she acknowledged that these are merely her personal wishes, as she is not privy to the official contestant list until it is announced. In addition to her role on the show, Hough is celebrating the release of her debut novel, "Everything We Never Knew," co-written with Ellen Goodlett. She described the book as a "very fun" and "very personal" project, highlighting its themes of healing and self-discovery. Hough revealed that she deeply relates to the main character, Lexi, who embarks on a journey of healing, emphasizing the importance of self-care before helping others.