Dancing With The Stars Contestants Then And Now

Billy Ray Cyrus Then

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Billy Ray Cyrus, known for his hit single 'Achy Breaky Heart, took part in season four of Dancing With The Stars (DWTS). He was partnered with Karina, and performed amazingly. The couple finished in fifth place, to the surprise of many people, and proved that Billy Cyrus had some hidden talents.

Billy Ray Cyrus Now

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Since his appearance on the show, Billy has continued to create music (including his chart-topping feature on Lil Nas X's track: 'Old Town Road'). Although he tends to keep a low-profile, Billy's daughters (Miley and Noah Cyrus) are constantly in the media's spotlight. They are both hugely successful artists, and definitely follow in their dad's footsteps.

Floyd Mayweather Then

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Legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather took part in season five of DWTS. His partner was also Karina, and the couple finished up in ninth overall. Mayweather seemed to be a natural on the dance floor, and gained a high-score of 23. For Floyd, floating like a butterfly, and stinging like a bee, definitely allowed him to excel on the show.

Floyd Mayweather Now

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Since his appearance on the show, Floyd has hung up his boxing gloves, and has turned his focus to the world of promotion. He retired in 2017, with an undefeated record, and 15 major major world championships (which range from super featherweight, to light middleweight).

Kim Kardashian Then

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Perhaps one of the most recognizable celebrities on this list, Kim Kardashian, took part in season seven of DWTS. Her partner was Mark Ballas, and the couple finished up in 11th overall. Although dancing isn't her strongest skill, Kim knows how to build a strong and loyal following.

Kim Kardashian Now

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Since the end of her season, Kim has gone on to become one of the most well-documented celebrities worldwide. The Kardashians have become a household name, with a long-running, reality TV show, and a plethora of successful businesses. The family, especially Kim, have garnered a cult following that are 100% invested in their day-to-day lives.

Lil' Kim Then

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90's icon and rapper Lil' Kim appeared on season eight of DWTS. Her partner was Derek Hough, and the couple finished up in fifth overall. Kim proved to be a natural when it came to ballroom dancing, and proved to viewers, that she had the moves and sense of rhythm to excel.

Lil' Kim Now

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Since the airing of season eight, Lil' Kim has continued to make music (although it hasn't garnered much attention, compared to her earlier work). However, she has won Grammys, and has featured on the chart-topping hit: 'Lady Marmalade' (alongside Christina Aguilera, P!NK and Mya).

Macy Gray Then

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R&B legend Macy Gray, known for her hit single 'I Try', appeared on season nine of DWTS. Her partner was Jonathan Roberts, and the couple were the second pairing to be voted off. Despite her best efforts, Macy couldn't adjust to the world of ballroom dance quickly enough.

Macy Gray Now

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Since her appearance on the show, Macy has taken a step back from the media limelight, but still writes and produces music. She is also a strong advocate for mental health, since her diagnosis with Bipolar Disorder, and has been open and honest, with her personal struggles.

Buzz Aldrin Then

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Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin appeared on season ten of DWTS, at the age of 80! His partner was Ashly DelGrosso-Costa, and the pair were eliminated in week two of the competition. Despite his early elimination, Buzz surprised people with his nimble nature, despite being one of the oldest contestants.

Buzz Aldrin Now

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Since his appearance on the show, Buzz has reached the ripe-old age of 93, and has recently got married to medical doctor Anna Faur. He is also has his own company, 'Aldrin Ventures', which his current wife is the vice president of. Although he has retired from his days of being an astronaut, Buzz is still very much involved in the world of astrophysics.

Pamela Anderson Then

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Another 90's icon has appeared on the show. The blonde bombshell, Pamela Anderson, appeared on season ten of DWTS. Her partner was Damian Whitehood, and the couple finished up in sixth overall. It was no surprise that Pamela performed so well on the show, as her athleticism shone through.

Pamela Anderson Now

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Since her appearance on the show, Pamela has been busy creating her own documentary series for Netflix ('Pamela, A Love Story'), which tells her story, following her shot to stardom in the 90's. She is also the founder of the 'Pamela Anderson Foundation', which donates money to causes helping vulnerable people and animals.

Bill Nye Then

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Bill Nye 'The Science Guy', appeared on the 17th season of DWTS. His partner was Tyne Stecklein, and the couple were the second pair to be eliminated from the competition. Unfortunately for Bill, it seems that his talents remain within the world of science and experiments.

Bill Nye Now

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Since his appearance on the show, Bill has made a handful of cameo appearances on other shows (mainly centred around science). He is a household name within the world of science education, and is the CEO of the Planetary Society. He is an extremely gifted individual.

Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi Then

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Nicole Polizzi a.k.a 'Snooki', also appeared on the 17th season of DWTS. Her partner was Sasha Farber, and the couple finished up in eighth overall. Although 'Snooki' is known for her moves on the hit show 'Jersey Shore', they didn't prove very useful when it came to ballroom dancing.

Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi Now

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Since her appearance, 'Snooki' has come away from the crazy 'Jersey Shore' lifestyle, and has become a mother to three children, and got married to the producer of 'Jersey Shore': Jionni LaValle. She has remained within the public eye, and has gone on to host several shows.

Corbin Bleu Then

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Former 'High School Musical' star Corbin Bleu, was another celebrity to appear on the 17th season of DWTS. His partner was Karina, and the couple placed in second overall. Its no surprise that Corbin finished so highly in the competition, with his musical theatre background.

Corbin Bleu Now

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Since his appearance on the show, Corbin has maintained a pretty low-profile, with not much media coverage. He still remains in the world of acting, and has made cameo appearances on several shows and movies. He also got married to actress Sasha Clements in 2016.

Vanilla Ice Then

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Vanilla Ice (known for his classic track: 'Ice Ice Baby') appeared on the 23rd season of DWTS. HIs partner was Witney, and the couple finished up in tenth overall. It definitely seemed like Vanilla Ice was cast for comic effect, and it was no surprise that he didn't finish higher overall.

Vanilla Ice Now

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Since his appearance on the show, there has not been much media coverage on Vanilla Ice. He seems to have take a step back from the limelight, despite him still making music. He has dabbled within the world of acting (making cameo appearances in several movies), and has hosted shows on HGTV.

Mr. T Then

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World-famous wrestler, and member of 'The A-Team', Mr. T appeared on the 24th season of DWTS. His parter was Kym, and the couple were the third pair to be eliminated from the competition. Without his plethora of gold chains, Mr. T was no match for the world of ballroom dance.

Mr. T Now

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Since his appearance on the show, Mr. T has taken a step away from the limelight, and has rarely any media coverage. He is active on social media platforms such as: Twitter and Instagram. It seems that, since his retirement, he has decided to live a quiet life, being surrounded by his close friends and family.

Rob Kardashian Then

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Kim wasn't the only Kardashian to appear on the show. Her brother Rob appeared on the 13th season, and was coupled with Cheryl. The pair finished second overall, which meant Rob performed better than his sister. It seems that the Kardashian clan have several hidden talents.

Rob Kardashian Now

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A lot has happened in Rob's life since his appearance on the show. He had a very messy and public split from his ex-partner, Blac Chyna (whom he shares a child with). He is the more allusive of the Kardashian siblings, and tends to keep his personal life out of the public eye.

Zendaya Then

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Musician and actress Zendaya appeared on the 16th season of DWTS. Her partner was Valentin Chmerskovskiy, and the pair finished up in second overall. Zendaya was a complete natural when it came to picking up all of the dance styles, and consistently impressed the judges throughout.

Zendaya Now

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Since her appearance on the show, Zendaya has added to her impressive acting accolades, including primetime Emmy's and a Golden Globe. She has featured in a vast array of movies (the most recognizable being the 'Spider-Men' movies), as well as television shows (the most popular being 'Euphoria').

David Hasselhoff Then

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The 'Hoff' appeared on season 11 of DWTS. He was coupled with Kym, and the pair were the first to be eliminated from the competition. The former 'Baywatch' star, wasn't able to showcase any (potential) talent on the dance floor, and his exit from the competition may have been premature.

David Hasselhoff Now

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Since his brief appearance on the show, David Hasselhoff doesn't seem to have a predominate presence within the public eye, (in comparison to past years). He is still acting, and will make the odd appearance within certain movies and television shows. The 'Hoff' just tends to lead a relatively quiet life, with his close friends and family.