Destiny on the Dance Floor: Why Britt Stewart Feels Her DWTS Pairing With Taylor Hanson Is Simply Meant to Be

The ballroom is buzzing, and as 'Dancing With The Stars' gears up for its highly anticipated 35th season, one particular pairing has professional dancer Britt Stewart feeling incredibly grateful—and a little bit fated. She's been teamed up with none other than Taylor Hanson, the iconic musician from the band Hanson, and by all accounts, their connection runs deeper than just dance steps.

Stewart, who is 36 years old, couldn't help but share her enthusiasm, even as early as Friday, September 4, when she posted an update from rehearsals on her Instagram Stories. She confessed that despite Hanson, 43, being a complete novice on the dance floor, things are progressing remarkably well. "It's going really well for someone that's never danced before," she cheerfully noted, giving us a peek into their practice sessions.

But beyond the technical progress, it’s the human element that truly resonates with Britt. "I just feel like Taylor is such a good human," she expressed, her words painting a picture of a partnership built on mutual respect and positive vibes. What’s more, the duo is discovering a surprising amount of common ground. "We're finding that we have actually a lot in common. It's pretty wild, and I am so grateful," she added, clearly thrilled by the genuine connection blossoming between them. "I'm feeling very blessed that he's my partner."

For Stewart, this pairing feels almost preordained. "Everything happens for a reason, and there's definitely a reason why Taylor is my partner this season and that he's coming into my life," she mused, hinting at a deeper, perhaps spiritual, significance to their professional collaboration. It’s a wonderful perspective to bring into such a demanding competition, don't you think?

Meanwhile, Taylor Hanson himself is approaching the experience with an infectious positivity. When Us Weekly caught up with him, he admitted that his brothers were quite surprised by his decision to join the show. "My brothers were pretty shocked that I would consider honestly putting myself on the dance floor," he revealed, chuckling, "But everybody's supportive." And what an attitude to have! "We are here to have a great time. I have a great teacher... There's really no loss in this for me. Every day were going [this] it's a win," he affirmed, embracing the journey with open arms.

Hanson was officially announced as a celebrity contestant for Season 35 on Wednesday, September 2, joining a star-studded lineup that includes Jenna Dewan, Tyler Cameron, Julia Stiles, Harry Shum Jr., and Ciara Miller. We'll all get to see Britt and Taylor, along with the rest of the exciting cast, hit the ballroom during the two-night premiere, airing live on ABC and streaming on Disney+ on Tuesday, September 15, and Wednesday, September 16, both at 8 p.m. ET. It promises to be a season filled with unexpected twists, impressive moves, and, for Britt and Taylor, perhaps a touch of destiny.