Anna Delvey

2024 - 9 - 5

Watch Out, Dancing Queens! Anna Delvey’s Back and Ready to Shuffle!

Anna Delvey - Con artist - Dancing With The Stars - Netflix - Reality TV - Social media backlash - Whoopi Goldberg

From scammer to dancer, Anna Delvey struts her stuff on 'Dancing With The Stars'—ankle monitor and all!

Anna Delvey, the notorious con artist who made headlines for impersonating a wealthy German heiress, is back in the spotlight—but this time, she's swapping her prison garb for a sparkly dress on the popular dance show, 'Dancing With The Stars'. Real name Anna Sorokin, this controversial figure has become a household name after the Netflix drama, 'Inventing Anna', premiered in 2022, featuring her dramatic escapades of scamming New York’s elite. Now, she’s ready to cha-cha her way through the latest season, and viewers are more than curious to see how a contestant with a checkered past can dance among the stars.

Delvey is gearing up for her debut on the dance floor despite a few restrictions, notably an ankle monitor that serves as a reminder of her recent legal troubles. She claimed to have received “permission from ICE” to participate in the competition, adding an additional layer of intrigue to her performance. It’s not everyday you see someone twirling in a shimmering dress while simultaneously being under house arrest—Alas, Delvey seems to be taking it in stride, boldly stating it won’t affect her performance. If anything, it’ll probably add a new twist to the typical narrative of reality TV stars.

But while Anna Delvey's presence on reality television generates a whirlwind of headlines, it also raises questions about society's obsession with figures who blur the lines of legality and morality. Critics are already chiming in, labeling her participation as another low point in pop culture, yet many others are tuning in to see if she can redeem herself through dance. Delvey's story serves as an audacious reminder of the lengths some will go for fame and fortune—or in her case, mere entertainment.

As the season kicks off on September 17, tune in to see if Anna can tango her way to victory or if her past will catch up with her on the dance floor. While it remains to be seen how audiences will react to her performance, one thing's for certain—this isn't the first time a reality show has cast someone with a not-so-glamorous backstory. With a fair share of drama and only a sprinkle of redemption, Delvey’s escapades may just capture the hearts of viewers, or leave them wanting more!

Interestingly, Anna Sorokin wasn't the only infamous personality to take a dance break. A reality show featuring notorious figures may seem unusual, but it’s a growing trend in entertainment where celebrities with checkered pasts look for public forgiveness—or at least, a chance to showcase their talents! Meanwhile, ‘Dancing With The Stars’ has a history of inviting participants from various walks of life, including sports figures and even politicians. It seems audiences can’t get enough of the dance floor drama!

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Dancing With The Stars: Anna Delvey joins line-up (BBC News)

Delvey - real name is Anna Sorokin - was the subject of the 2022 Netflix drama, Inventing Anna.

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Anna Sorokin Is Anna Delvey Again, This Time on 'Dancing With the ... (The New York Times)

The woman who impersonated a German heiress will reprise her false identity on season 33 of the show, becoming the latest contestant with legal or other ...

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Anna Delvey Says She Got “Permission From ICE” for 'DWTS' and ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Anna Delvey Says She Got “Permission From ICE” for 'DWTS' and Will Wear Ankle Monitor ... "In what way would it affect my performance?" the convicted con artist ...

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Anna Delvey, Wearing Ankle Monitor, Makes Debut in Shimmering ... (WWD)

Anna Delvey is joining 'Dancing With The Stars,' making her debut in a shimmering dress and ankle monitor for the show's promo.

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Con artist Anna Sorokin to join Dancing With the Stars – with ankle ... (The Guardian)

Woman who falsely built reputation as a wealthy German heiress named Anna Delvey finds newest venture.

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Anna Delvey Is Far From the Shittiest Person to Compete on ... (Rolling Stone)

The convicted fraudster will be hoofing it on the upcoming season airing Sept. 17, though it's unclear if she'll still be on house arrest.

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Pop culture has sunk to a new low with Anna Delvey and her ankle ... (New York Post)

Anna Delvey, née Sorokin — who served nearly four years in prison for scamming hotels, socialites and banks out of $250000 — will be on "Dancing With the ...

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Anna Delvey says she's going to 'bejewel' her ankle monitor for ... (The Independent)

'They're not going to arrest me for dancing badly,' the convicted fraudster said.

'DWTS' Fans Demand Boycott of Show Over Con Artist Anna Delvey ... (Livermore Independent)

She was arrested in 2017 and, in 2019, she was found guilty on eight charges, including second-degree grand larceny, theft of services, and first-degree ...

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'Dancing With the Stars' Anna Delvey to Model in NYFW and Chat ... (WWD)

The "fake heiress" has a full calendar this month beyond the ABC and Disney+ reality show.

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Art World Con Artist Anna Delvey to Compete on 'Dancing With the ... (ARTnews)

Fake heiress Anna Delvey is heading back to the spotlight, this time as a contestant on ABC's hit competition show Dancing With The Stars.

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Anna Delvey, ankle monitor set for 'DWTS' with ICE approval (Los Angeles Times)

Convicted con artist Anna Delvey says her journey to the latest season of “Dancing With the Stars” came with an extra step. The fraudster fashionista ...

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Whoopi Goldberg & 'The View' Cohosts Slam 'DWTS' Casting Of ... (Deadline)

Seems safe to say that Whoopi Goldberg won't be rooting for Dancing With The Stars' contestant and fake heiress Anna Delvey this season.

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Anna Delvey on 'Dancing With the Stars' Slammed by The View (Variety)

Anna Delvey will appear on 'Dancing With the Stars,' which did not sit well with Whoopi Goldberg and the other hosts of "The View."

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'The View' Hosts Slam Anna Delvey's 'Dancing With the Stars ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Delvey (whose real name is Anna Sorokin) is recognized as the convicted fraudster and fake German heiress who reportedly conned various elite in Manhattan.

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Con artist Anna Delvey joins line-up Dancing With The Stars (BBC News)

Delvey - real name is Anna Sorokin - was the subject of the 2022 Netflix drama, Inventing Anna.

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Anna Delvey on 'DWTS' leaves fans, Whoopi Goldberg outraged by ... (USA TODAY)

Anna Delvey, the convicted "scam artist," is on the new cast of "Dancing with the Stars." Her partner's ecstatic. The internet's outraged.

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