Ezra Sosa, the talented pro dancer from “Dancing With the Stars” (DWTS), recently shared some intriguing news about his former partner, Anna Delvey. In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Sosa revealed that Delvey has a specific celebrity in mind for him to partner with in the upcoming season: Julie Chrisley.
During their conversation, Sosa, who is 24 years old, humorously noted that his Instagram direct messages are flooded with suggestions from fans about potential partners, particularly those with intriguing backgrounds. “It was Julie Chrisley and then Karen Read. Then it was Luigi Mangione,” he quipped. He further shared that Delvey herself has been rooting for him to team up with Chrisley, even texting him during a recent pardon situation to express her support. “She sent me a text that read, ‘I hope you have Julie Chrisley next season,’” Sosa recalled.
As the excitement builds for Season 34 of DWTS, Sosa isn’t dismissing the idea of pairing up with Chrisley. “I fear we’ll make it further than you and I did,” he joked, referencing his previous stint with Delvey. “Julie or her husband [Todd Chrisley]. Either one, we’ll make it work. I’ll be back next season, and we’ll probably—hopefully—make it past one week. That’s the goal.”
Sosa made his debut as a pro dancer on DWTS during Season 33, where he was partnered with Delvey, a figure who quickly became a topic of conversation due to her controversial past. Delvey, whose real name is Anna Sorokin, was convicted in 2018 for grand larceny and theft of services, serving two years in prison before being released in 2022. Her time on DWTS was marked by the presence of an ankle monitor, which became a focal point for the show’s producers.
Reflecting on her experience, Delvey expressed her disappointment over being eliminated early in the competition. “I thought, like, ‘Well, they were building me up.’ It felt like they put so much effort into trying to get me on the show and make me feel comfortable, just to eliminate me this early,” she shared on Tori Spelling’s podcast, “Misspelling.” Despite her early exit, Delvey was proud of her progress on the dance floor, stating, “I don’t think I’ve done the worst job on the show.”
As for the upcoming season, the pressure is on for DWTS to surpass the success of Season 33, which was a record-breaking run. The previous season aired from September to November 2024, culminating in a win for Bachelor star Joey Graziadei and his partner Jenna Johnson, who took home the coveted mirrorball trophy. Sosa’s comments hint at the excitement surrounding the new cast, which has already confirmed TikTok star Alix Earle and Robert Irwin, son of the late Steve Irwin, as participants.
Julie Chrisley, 52, has also had her share of legal troubles. Alongside her husband Todd Chrisley, she was indicted in 2019 on multiple charges, including tax evasion and conspiracy. After being found guilty in 2022, Todd received a 12-year sentence, while Julie was sentenced to seven years. The couple maintained their innocence and recently appealed their sentences, even receiving a pardon from former President Donald Trump in May.
While it remains uncertain if Julie Chrisley will join DWTS and partner with Sosa, the anticipation for the new season is palpable. The show is set to premiere on September 16 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+, with new episodes available for streaming on Hulu the following day.
As Sosa prepares for the upcoming season, he remains optimistic about the potential for new partnerships and the opportunity to showcase his dance skills further. “The more the merrier,” he said, reflecting on the growing diversity of contestants. “There’s never enough Mormons on Dancing With the Stars.”
With the new season fast approaching, fans are eager to see how Sosa’s journey unfolds, whether he ends up dancing with Delvey’s suggested partner or another celebrity. The excitement is building, and as always, DWTS promises to deliver a season filled with surprises, drama, and, of course, incredible dance performances.