Ciara Miller is swapping summer house drama for dance floor dazzle. The reality TV star, known for her role on Bravo's "Summer House," has officially been announced as a contestant for the upcoming 35th season of "Dancing With the Stars."
ABC/Disney revealed the first major casting news during Hulu's Get Real House event on Wednesday, confirming Miller will compete for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy this fall. The announcement comes at a particularly charged moment in Miller's personal life, following a highly publicized friendship fallout with former castmate Amanda Batula.
"Ciara's tight friendship with Amanda took a significant hit after Amanda began a romantic relationship with West Wilson—Miller's ex-boyfriend," sources close to the situation report.
The relationship became public in March, just months after Amanda and her husband Kyle Cooke ended their marriage. Amanda has since attempted to mend fences, issuing a public apology earlier this month while maintaining she's following her heart.
Miller won't be the only reality television star gracing the ballroom. "Love Island" and "The Traitors" alum Maura Higgins has also been confirmed for the new season, though the full celebrity cast and professional dancer pairings remain under wraps.
While the dance competition promises glittering costumes and intricate choreography, viewers will undoubtedly be watching for how Miller navigates her new chapter while recent personal conflicts continue to unfold. Amanda Batula has confirmed she'll address the situation at the upcoming "Summer House" reunion, ensuring the drama won't fade from public consciousness as Miller takes her first steps on the national stage.
Whether she takes home the Mirrorball or not, Ciara Miller's transition from Hamptons house share to primetime dance competition promises to be one of the season's most compelling narratives.