Dancing With the Stars has quite a history on TV, from its debut 20 years ago to moments that have kept viewers tuning in season after season. There are plenty of events and milestones from the hit competition series to look back on, no matter what kind of fan or viewer you’ve been.

Whether it’s the rotation of hosts or celebrity performers, engagements, triumphs, or close calls, below, we reflect on the biggest moments in Dancing With the Stars‘ timeline so far. Dance down memory lane in the gallery roundup below, and shout out your favorites in the comments section.

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For a more extended celebration of two decades of Dancing With the Stars, from exclusive interviews to retrospectives and must-see photos, pick up a copy of TV Guide Magazine’s Dancing With the Stars 20th Anniversary special issue, available for purchase online at DWTS.TVGM2025.com and on newsstands now.