‘Let’s Dance’ Season 18 Faces Setbacks as Contestant Paola Maria Misses Show 3

The long-running dance competition continues with its iconic jury trio and 11 celebrity pairs performing in the latest episode.

The 18th season of 'Let’s Dance' premiered on February 21, 2025, featuring 14 celebrity contestants paired with professional dancers.
The judging panel remains unchanged, with Joachim Llambi, Motsi Mabuse, and Jorge González continuing their roles since 2013.
Paola Maria, one of the contestants, is unable to perform in Show 3 due to illness but is expected to return in Show 4.
Jeanette Biedermann currently holds the season's highest jury score of 23 points, achieved in the second episode.
This week’s performances include a mix of dance styles such as the Slowfox, Contemporary, and Paso Doble, with 11 pairs competing instead of the usual 12.