It's nearly time for the sparkliest show on telly, but first, we need to know who will be dancing with who - here's the first six couples for Dancing with the Stars 2023.
Dr. Marie Cassidy and Stephen Vincent
Former State Pathologist Marie Cassidy is partnered with Stephen Vincent as he returns to Dancing with the Stars for his third series. Stephen reached the grand final with Ellen Keane last year, so he will be giving it his all with his new partner in the hopes of waltzing away with the glitterball trophy.
Panti Bliss and Denys Samson
Drag performer Panti Bliss is partnered with Ukrainian dancer Denys Samson, who previously took part in the series in his home country before joining the series here last year and making it to the final with Erica Cody. The pair are currently hard at work in the studio, hoping to shimmy their way to the grand final.
Stephanie Roche and Ervinas Merfeldas
Footballer Stephanie Roche is hoping to score the glitterball trophy with the help of her partner, Irish pro dancer Ervinas Merfeldas, who is returning to the show for his second series.
Leah O'Rourke and John Nolan
School’s out for Derry Girls actress Leah O’Rourke as she does her homework with returning pro John Nolan, who was paired with television presenter Gráinne Seoige last season. This enthusiastic duo are hoping to jive their way to the glitterball trophy.
Brooke Scullion and Maurizio Benenato
A former Eurovision contestant, singer Brooke Scullion has been paired with returning pro dancer Maurizio Benenato and will be hoping to hit the right note with the judges and the audiences at home.
Suzanne Jackson and Michael Danilczuk
Entrepreneur Suzanne Jackson is paired with new professional dancer Michael Danilczuk. Michael won the second season of the BBC One competition series The Greatest Dancer and is hoping to dance his way to success again with Suzanne.
Dancing with the Stars returns to RTÉ One at 6.30pm on Sunday 8 January.
The remaining five couples will be announced on Monday 19 December.
