Rylee Arnold Joins DWTS Live Tour After Health Focus

The pro dancer will perform with the cast for a limited run after sitting out the full tour last year.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Rylee Arnold, 20, announced that she will be joining the Dancing With the Stars live tour for a limited run from March 6 to March 20 after focusing on her health. Arnold, who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 15, had to sit out the full tour last year due to the challenges of managing her condition on the road. However, she has been rehearsing the show's dances in Los Angeles and is 'so excited' to be back on stage doing what she loves.

Why it matters

Arnold's return to the DWTS live tour, even if just for a short stint, is a testament to her resilience and determination to pursue her passion for dance despite the challenges posed by her type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Her openness about her health struggles and decision-making process also provides inspiration for others managing chronic conditions.

The details

After missing the full DWTS live tour in 2026 due to her need to focus on her health, Arnold revealed that she will be joining the cast for a limited run from March 6 to March 20. She has been rehearsing the show's dances in Los Angeles over the past two days and says she has 'been shocking' herself by learning 14 routines in such a short time. Arnold is 'so excited' to be back on stage performing with the cast, which includes dancers like Val Chmerkovskiy, Jenna Johnson, and Daniella Karagach.

  • Arnold will perform with the DWTS live tour from March 6 to March 20, 2026.
  • In October 2025, Arnold announced she would not be joining the DWTS tour that year to focus on her health.

The players

Rylee Arnold

A 20-year-old pro dancer who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 15 and is now returning to the DWTS live tour for a limited run after sitting out the full tour last year to focus on her health.

Val Chmerkovskiy

A professional dancer who will be performing with the DWTS live tour alongside Rylee Arnold.

Jenna Johnson

A professional dancer who will be performing with the DWTS live tour alongside Rylee Arnold.

Daniella Karagach

A professional dancer who will be performing with the DWTS live tour alongside Rylee Arnold.

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What they’re saying

“Guys, I am so happy. I have been rehearsing the show these past two days. Today is my last rehearsal day, and let me just tell you, I am so excited. I have just been so happy rehearsing and dancing again.”

— Rylee Arnold, Pro Dancer (Instagram)

“These dances are so good!”

— Rylee Arnold, Pro Dancer (Instagram)

“I am so grateful. I can't wait to see you guys! Genuinely it's just such a cool experience where I get to do what I love and I get to travel and meet all of you. It's just really special.”

— Rylee Arnold, Pro Dancer (Instagram)

What’s next

Arnold will begin performing with the DWTS live tour on March 6 and continue through March 20.

The takeaway

Rylee Arnold's return to the DWTS live tour, even if just for a limited run, demonstrates her resilience and determination to pursue her passion for dance despite the challenges posed by her type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Her openness about her health struggles provides inspiration for others managing chronic conditions.