Is Jimmy Kimmel’s beloved sidekick about to waltz his way straight into our hearts? Because honey, the tea just got PIPING HOT on Dancing With the Stars season 35!
In what can only be described as the most delicious career pivot we’ve seen all summer, Guillermo Rodriguez—yes, THAT Guillermo from Jimmy Kimmel Live!—just got the official invitation to strut his stuff on the ballroom floor this September. And darling, we are LIVING for this chaotic energy. Jimmy Kimmel himself spilled the beans on his late-night show on Wednesday, June 17th, and we nearly spit out our cosmopolitans when we heard it.
But here’s where it gets absolutely JUICY. The network is billing Guillermo as “the first-ever parking lot security guard to dance with the stars,” and honestly? We cannot stop cackling. From checking VIP credentials to executing perfect pivots—the glow-up we didn’t know we needed! This man has spent years as Jimmy’s loyal right-hand man, cracking us up with his infectious energy and hilarious on-air segments. Now he’s about to show ABC what he’s REALLY made of.
The internet is absolutely LOSING IT right now. Fans are divided into two camps: those who think Guillermo is a charismatic powerhouse who’ll charm the judges AND America, and those who are betting he’ll trip over his own feet by week two (but make it entertaining, obviously). His infectious personality and genuine charm definitely give us “dark horse competitor” vibes, and we’re here for the underdog story.
What makes this casting even MORE delicious is the timing. As more celebrities join the DWTS season 35 roster, networks are clearly getting creative with their picks. Gone are the days of exclusively A-list celebrities doing the tango. Now we’re getting real people with actual charm and charisma, and frankly? We prefer it this way. Guillermo brings authenticity, humor, and a genuine passion for entertainment that’s absolutely infectious.
Plus, can we just talk about Jimmy Kimmel’s expression when he announced it? The man was GLOWING with pride, like a dad watching his kid graduate. The bromance is real, and we’re expecting plenty of behind-the-scenes Jimmy Kimmel Live! moments that will have us absolutely CACKLING all fall long.
The real question now is: will Guillermo’s natural charm translate to the dance floor? Will he make it far in the competition? Only time will tell, but we’re already setting our DVRs and clearing our schedules.
What do you think? A) Guillermo will surprise everyone and make it to the finals B) He’ll be eliminated by week five but win hearts along the way