Overview
- The Nov. 11 "20th Birthday Party" episode will seat Bergeron alongside Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough.
- It will be his first time in the ballroom since his 2020 exit after objecting to the casting of Sean Spicer during Season 28.
- Bergeron says Green invited him back and that he has been catching up on the season to prepare for judging.
- Producers promise reunion flourishes, including returning pro dancers, past champions in attendance and a special nostalgic dance challenge.
- Season 34 has logged a ratings rebound, while some alumni such as Brooke Burke say they will skip the anniversary special.