Shirley Ballas

What to know

• Shirley Ballas, head judge on Strictly Come Dancing, will guest judge on Dancing with the Stars’ horror‑movie week. Oct 27
• Her appearance is her first U.S. television role, while she remains on Strictly. Oct 27
• Ballas, 66, will judge DWTS Season 35, Week 7, a Horror Movie Night episode. Oct 27
• She remains head judge for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 while traveling. Oct 27