New DWTS Season 12 Cast Rumors – Wendy Williams, Candice Cameron Bure, and Carlos Leon Possibilities & More
Finally, some serious Dancing With The Stars Cast rumors coming out. WTMA via The New York Post is reporting TV talk show host Wendy Williams will be a contestant on Season 12 of Dancing with the Stars. The quote below also mentions Kendra Wilkinson, Candice Cameron Bure, and Lorenzo Lamas (Lorenzo and Kendra we’ve heard might do the show before).
The New York Post reports Williams will put her show on hiatus while she participates next month. A spokesperson for The Wendy Williams Show was unable to confirm the report.
Other celebrities rumored to be joining the cast this season include reality star Kendra Wilkinson of Girls Next Door, former Full House star Candice Cameron Bure and former Renegade star Lorenzo Lamas.
Here is a picture of Wendy Williams in case you don’t know who she is.
Here is a picture of Candice Cameron Bure.
This is a “wannabe” long shot. But, Marc Malkin of E Online (who is known for sticking some DWTS rumors out there that end up being true which is why I thought this might be worthy of a mention?) is reporting Carlos Leon (a former flame of Madonna’s and father to her daughter Lourdes) has recently expressed he wants to do the show. Madonna first met Carlos in a gym. They’ve worked out together and have been friends ever since.
One of her ex-boyfriends tells me he wants the chance to compete for the mirror ball trophy.
And it’s not just any ex…
“I”ve gotten quite a few offers to do reality shows,” says Carlos Leon, AKA Lourdes’ dad. “I got offered to do Dancing With the Stars a couple years back. I didn’t do it, but if they come up with the offer again, I would totally do it.”
Here is Carlos.
So, talk to us. What do you think of these possibilities? I’m open to all the above. If Candice is dancing, I hope she gets Maks and I’d love it if Carlos danced on the show. I bet he has some moves. I can see him with Cheryl. I bet they could pull off a killer Argentine Tango!
Thanks to PureDWTS readers Nathan and Vin for the help with this post! Heidi too for adding some links from past posts on Lorenzo and Kendra.
ETA: And Candace says NO.
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If I were betting right now, I would say that Candice is wishful thinking on many parts, that Lorenzo and Kendra are in. Isn’t Carlos Leon a dancer/choreographer?? And I don’t mean how Nicole, Mel B and Sabrina were dancers – but an actual *dancer*.
Ugh. I cannot wait until the cast announcement. Why? Because this season has been an agonizing struggle to find decent, plausible rumors and separate out all of the fan campaigning & hearsay. Wendy? Who knows. I’ve seen articles from local news affiliates, and also the New York Post. Could be a cast of Favre syndrome, where one of them is just regurgitating (and embellishing on) something someone else has said. Could be legit. But if she does do the show, you can rule out Corky, Louis, Mark, & Damian as possible partners – all too short. Wendy’s 5’11”. She’d have to be paired with Maks, Tony, or *fingers crossed* Jonathan.
I’ve heard Candace’s name tossed around for several seasons, but I vaguely remember an article not too long ago where she allegedly says she turned down an offer. I’ve also heard Jodie Sweetin’s name too – could they be planning to have both of them on the same season, to create some sort of “fake tv-sibling rivalry” plotline? π Hehe.
Carlos…hmmm. He certainly fits the obscure/has-been prerequisite for most of the celebs on the show. According to wikipedia, he’s been in a few episodes of Law & Order, Oz, and some Broadway show. Somehow I think people would probably remember him better as Madonna’s Baby Daddy.
Finally some names! I’ve been hearing Candice’s name for some time now, so who knows? Wendy though? Isn’t she kind of too big for the show? Not complaining though, because for someone who “hates leaks” I’m glad we FINALLY have some names! Well, these are just rumors, not leaks to what we know, so then i’m okay. As long as Kristin De Santos or whatever her name is keeps her mouth shut, I’ll be happy. I know. I know. If I don’t like her information, I shouldn’t watch. Like I said, I’m the guy in a glass house throwing stones π
And Heidi, I agree – I’m about 95% sure Lorenzo is in, and maybe 85% sure Kendra is at this point. I’d be happy with those two in the cast…I could see Kendra getting paired with Mark or Damian. I think she & Damian would make a pretty couple…so would Lorenzo & Kym.
I know wikipedia is absolute crap, but it doesn’t specifically say that Carlos is a dancer. Says he’s an actor/personal trainer. Maybe it’s implied that he can dance from his Broadway experience. Bah…I dunno.
I have seen Candice recently in magazine articles. I get the feeling that she is looking to revive her career. I wouldn’t be surprised if she joins the DWTS cast. She is in great shape. We might see some good dancing from her.
Carlos is a “personal trainer” (that’s how he and Madonna first met). He’s also an actor. You can read more on him here for some of his acting projects;
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlos_Leon
Vogue: I totally agree with the Carlos/Cheryl pairing, they’d be very attractive in a uniquely interesting way; an interesting contrast! It’s funny that this came up today, as I taped Joy Behar last night, hoping Cheryl’s segment would be on (it’s airing Friday) and he was on a segment of her show and I thought “boy, it’s been a while since I’ve heard mention of him, let alone seen his face actually appearing on tv,” so maybe this one might be legit? What are we now, about a week or two out from the official announcement? Should be interesting…
Speaking if Full House Jodie Sweetin(Stephanie) I know wants to be on the show. I think there has even been a campaign on twitter for it.
I would love to see Kendra on the show, love her personality.
Kendra is a goofball, would probably last as long as Holly did, but would be entertaining to watch while she was there. Guess being Madonna’s bf makes you a celebrity and women will love Lorenzo. Would love to see DWTS cast someone new like iJustine! iJ is one of Ask Men’s Top 99 Women of 2011, part of a show on Spike TV, has done some work recently for E! News, and continues to entertain regularly to millions of followers on YouTube. iJustine is a fresh, new talent instead of more retreads!
Steed, I’m gonna assume when you typed “retreads” (which is something you do to a tire), you meant “retards”, which is offensive and not acceptable language on this site. There’s no need to fling insults and it won’t be tolerated. Fair warning.
As for iJustine – I had never heard of her prior to this whole DWTS campaign, and I imagine not a lot of other people have, either. While it’s fine that you want her on the show, try not to make a habit of talking her up in every post – we’ve had problems with that in the past.
Some interesting rumors. I like the idea of Kendra and could see her either with Mark or Damian. In regards to Candace, I’m with Heidi. I think it would be wishful thinking. I would like her on the show though. I think she would do well.
Gee, reading all these comments, I realized how bummed out I’d be if Kendra was paired with Mark. I must either think she’s a bigger contender than she is or I don’t think Mark does what’s best for his partners, or a bit of both. And Nathan thinking that Wendy is too big for the show…literally. I think she’s larger than Erin and, at some point, two big people dancing just starts to look strange – because the odds that both are quick and light and graceful are small.
I do not think Candace Cameron Bure will be on DWTS. While I would LOVE her participation, I follow her on Twitter and someone tweeted her recently asking if she would be on the show. The answer was a pretty definitive “no”. Now, she could of course just be keeping her mouth closed, but I just don’t see it happening.
I love the Kendra rumor. She’s a dream contestant for me. But I don’t want her paired with Ballas. I’m okay with Mark, but I just don’t think they’d be a good fit. Now, Damian? YOWZA!
I know who Lorenzo is and wouldn’t mind him on the show. Same with Wendy.
I don’t want Carlos whoever on the show. Why is he considered more famous than Brooke Mueller, who most people didn’t want on (including myself). Pretty much same situation. They’re not stars AT ALL.
Just my thoughts :0)
So I’m not understanding why people aren’t warming up to the idea of Brooke Mueller. Is it because she isn’t too well known or not a “star” a la Bristol, Kate, etc? Has she been rude or stuck up in the media? I haven’t found anything on her so I can’t say I want her nor I don’t want her on the show. She’s Charlie Sheen’s ex right?
Oh and talking about Wendy, I didn’t mean she was too big as in size I was talking about fame, just to clear that up π
@Nathan, yes for me Brooke (and Carlos) aren’t stars. Just like Bristol and Kate. And even Kate had her own reality show, so she should really be bunched in with The Situation, Holly Madison, etc. and not people like Bristol, Brooke, and Carlos. Those three are only known because of who they’re related to or who they had a relationship with. To me, and this is just my opinion, it brings the show down a level.
I’m hoping that Wendy is just a rumor and not a reality. I think I figured out why I don’t like her though: She won’t be able to laugh at herself on the show……she needs to be willing to do anything. The stars and pros do a lot of weird funny stuff sometimes (ex. Maks dressing in the outfit for Debi Mazar, the clowns/comedians with Bristol, Stacey doing extreme zipline thing during her season, the monkey suits, etc) Carlos is probably a long shot but we’ve seen Ashley Hamilton, Bristol, Kelly O, Cloris, Stevo, Steve Wozniack and some odd choices on the show and some really were good (out of the ones i mentioned Kelly and to some extent Bristol). I fh e does do the show though, I can totally see him paired with Chelsie, Cheryl or Karina. Candice is perfect forthe former child star/sitcom star spot 4 sure. Maybe this could possibly get the Olsen Twins, John Stamos, Bon Saget, and the other guy (can’t rember name) on the show at some point. Candice could be cool with Maks or Tony or Damien even.
Candice is NOT doing DWTS
http://twitter.com/#!/candacecbure/status/37985383207804929
That’s that
If candice does the show though I hope she took notes from Mellissa joan hart. She needs to not have the nervousness and show personality. Basically, she needs to show America why they fell in love with her/because fans of hers back when she was younger.
Actually, retread can also mean recycled or reused (benefit of the doubt, here – I know, not my style π ) – he’s basically saying (I think) that iJustine is a fresh new talent and not an old has-been. Which I don’t agree with at all. Calling someone a “fresh new talent” is akin to saying they are a “nobody” or “not a star”. So, while he may think that these old “has beens” are getting boring – most were, at one time, legitimate stars.
Nathan. Yes, I knew you meant she’s too big of a star. But when I read your comment, I thought, “She may be too big, period.” Size plus a huge personality could be too much.
Speaking of the impact of unknowns or has-beens, I remember Tom saying that season 9 was problematic because the public didn’t know a lot of the stars – and the cast was too big.
Wendy Williams???? Shed be a hoot! Candice Cameron is awesome too. This is getting so exciteing, Vogue! π
Btw Wendy is 5’11, :O! She would need someone seriously tall.
It sure is Zach! I have never been more anxious to find out about a DWTS cast as this one.
As far as Candice sounds as if she isnt in….Darn…UNLESS She might just be Red Hearing us? That is an expression? Right?
Same here, Vogue!! π
It’s red herring and no that’s not the right expression. The right expression would “unless she’s LYING”. π I think for a response to be a true red herring, would be offering that someone else was doing it instead.
I don’t think Candace would say no unless she really meant no. In previous seasons, it seems like celebs that did the show did their best to either dodge inquiries about them doing the show, or ignored the questions altogether (if they could). Most (and this is just me going from memory) either acted quite coy when asked if they were doing the show (Kurt Warner comes to mind – didn’t confirm he was going to be on the show, but didn’t deny it either), or were completely mum about the whole thing (I remember a lot of people Tweeting Pam Anderson asking about it – she never responded to any of them). Candace has been a rumor for a few seasons now – and each season, we don’t see her. I think no means no in this case.
And I agree about not needing any “fresh, new talents” on the show – I want STARS, current or former, and not a bunch of nobodies trying to make a name for themselves. Let them prove themselves elsewhere before doing the show.
The more I think about it, the more I don’t see Mark getting Kendra as his partner. She seems like too big of a personality for him – if you think about it, all of Mark’s partners have been rather reserved compared to him (Sabrina, Kristi, Kim, Shawn, Melissa, Shannen, & Bristol), and I’m not sure he could handle a character like her. Plus, since he’s got the new album out and seems to be devoting more and more time to his music, I could see them giving him a less “capable” partner, in order for him to spend less time on the show. I think he was banking on having that time last season with Bristol, which is why he was playing all of these post-show gigs at The Grove; then suddenly, mid-season, without explanation, he cancelled them – which was right around the time that good dancers were getting sent home and Bristol was still sticking around. Kendra seems like she could be halfway decent – and possibly a better fit for Damian or Maks.
Candace said on her twitter that she hasn’t been asked to be on DWTS. Someone asked if she were asked, would she do it. She said she would “definitely think about it”. I would love to see her on, so I wish they would ask her!
Wendy Williams would be great with Maks! I saw her show when he and Karina were on it for Burn the Floor.
Bring on DJ Tanner to the dance floor!
Candace’s husband, former hockey player, Valeri Bure, just won the Canadian show, Battle of the Blades, in the fall. I can totally see Candace doing DWTS this time if she is asked. She looked like she enjoyed the whole idea of this type of show when she was in the Battle of the Blades’ audience cheering her husband on.
Oh gotcha, Heidi. π LOL? ” hides “
I could see Mark paired with Kendra but I really hope she gets Damien or Louis (if eiither of them is back). Nothing against Mark but they give him the subdued contestants. The only time he had a really good partner with a great personality maybe was Shawn and Krisiti. They had personality to spare. Sabrina was nice but dull in my opinion. Shannen was just plain boring and Kim was hot BUT kinda annoying with her “I’m really a quiet person BS”.
If they can’t get Candice then maybe her brother or mark paul gosslear to do the show (that would be awesome since my fav tv characters when i was a kid are mike seaver and zack morris) I think kirk does religious movies and has a tv show or somethin so tis could be a big comback and the last time i saw zack morris on tv was on weeds and I don’t think that gave his careeer the boost everybody expected. Either would benefit.
I totally see Wendy on this sow. IF anyone knows Wendy from her radio show and now her talk show she is a hoot. She says it how she sees fit. I think she would be a great contestant. Only thing is she would need a tall partner. Without heels on she is still close to 6 feet right?? But I think she would be a great addition to the show
I know I’m not the only one, but the first time I saw Wendy Williams on tv I thought she was a drag queen. She’s ENORMOUS and has that overly feminine thing going on to compensate. But she’d make an interesting and maybe entertaining choice. I have been screaming for more 80’s sitcom stars like Kirk or Candice, Jodi, Tracy Gold, Harry Anderson, John Laroquette, etc. Really anyone on a show that made me laugh as a kid π I distinctly remember at least one episode of L & O that Carlos Leon was on – there’s a reason he’s not a bigger actor π Still, I know who he is so I don’t mind him being on there. Nor am I bothered by “up and comers”. Hello, Gilles! Kyle, although a big Disney name was the only person from season 11 I didn’t know and he was my favorite. So if they choose the right ones they can be a huge success.
Princess Heidi if im not mistaken you did the ” PRO WATCH ” posts last season? I know how much work that was and really appreciate you doing it, But are you bringing them back this season? I loved those lol.
Can you tell we’re looking forward to another season? Publish the cast already! My only wish is no politics.
I’ve got a draft already written Zach, just trying to figure out the best time. Thanks. π
@Fig – Wendy Williams is indeed a human redwood. And she does kinda have that drag queen look going on – soooo much makeup, huge weave, and attitude to spare! Maybe the makeup folks at DWTS will tone it down a bit, because I seriously thought she was RuPaul the first time I saw her. I believe my exact words were “Oh, did Ru have some work done? She kinda looks different.” Now that I’m thinking about it, I think she’d almost have to have Maks as her partner – he’s 6’2″, which is just barely enouogh height to see eye-to-eye with her if she wears heels. Tony’s 6’1″ and Jonathan’s 6″ – assuming she wears 3″ heels, that’s just cutting it too close. Plus I think Maks handles the feister personalities well – Wendy seems like too much for Tony or Jonathan to handle.
To me Wendy is Macy Gray type. We all thought she’d get Maks and she didn’t.
Here’s Maks and Wendy on her show.
Could you picture Maks throwing Wendy onto a bed in a freestyle? Hell, if she’s on with Maks, they could put Glenn Beck on and I’d still watch.
All this talk about Wendy Williams being ‘enormous’ is cracking me up! As a woman who is 5’11 1/2″ (nope, not 6′ ;)), this kind of thinking always cracks me up. Oh, well–to each their own. I didn’t know who she was until a friend was excited to see her show in LA; I personally don’t care if she’s on the show. I think Jonathan may be being sold short if folks don’t think he can deal with a fiesty personality; his wife isin’t exactly a shy little thing π Hoping he is back, either way! Akso hoping for some names we know, and none of these ‘by association’ “stars.”
No disrespect meant to Wendy and Wendy. But a woman who is 6’2″ or taller in heels (and everyone should have the right to wear 3″ heels if they want) is not going to cut the same appearance on the dance floor as Anna or someone more petite. When the woman weighs as much or more than the man and is as tall or taller, it does have an effect. And if Wendy cannot dance on top of everything, it’s awkward. If she can dance really well and her partner weighs less or is shorter, it’ll also look interesting. Think of the lifts…
Bite your tongue, Jay!!!!!! Do I need to come over there? π
Jay I remember her saying in an interview that shes 6’4 in her high heels! DANG! im like 6’1. Crap shed almost be taller than Maks. Personally I think thats kinda cool. Amen, Wendy!! Jonathan did great with Marie and you hit the nail on the head about him and Anna. I think Wendy could bring out Jonathan’s inner Jersey Diva :). ” Kinda how Margaret got Louis in a dress, even though that probably didnt take alot of convinceing esspecialy if he was high on chocolate cake π “. Jay. Please. Im trying to take Wendy seriously and now im bout to die laughing over the mental photo of 6’0 Jonathan lifting 6’3 Wendy Williams! Gosh hed like die, thats a freestyle id love to see, Jay! I could see her with Maks or Jonathan really but gawsh wad id pay just to see her TOWERING over Louis xD. Something tells me this season is going to be GOOD! Cant wait to see your post Heidi. π
I’m gonna have to agree with Jay on this one – taller women do tend to have a harder time initially with ballroom dancing. Regardless of weight, it’s almost always going to be easier to lift someone shorter, as it’s easier to find their center of gravity than it is for someone with long limbs. I also find that a lot of taller women don’t quite know what to do with those long limbs, which results in some rather awkward movement – think of the taller ladies that have done the show (Kathy Ireland, Paulina Porizkova, Josie Maran): all 5’10” and taller, all incredibly awkward movers. But I will say this: if a lady with long limbs like that does figure out how to move them, WATCH OUT. The effect is visually stun-ning. My boyfriend’s most advanced student is 5’10” (and towers over him in her heels), but every line she hits seems to just go on forever. If Wendy can get to that point, she could be a real contender.
It’s times like this, when even the tallest male pros aren’t quite sufficient, that makes me kinda wish that Mayo had won the new pro contest (even though I adore Anna D.!). He was 6’4″. He could have partnered Wendy without breaking a sweat.
As I was logging off last night, I thought, “OK, when I get back tomorrow, they’ll be onto another thread and I can quietly get away from my comments.” NOT. Please understand that I have nothing against tall women. Or tall women in heels. I’m just commenting on the very real possibility that Wendy could look the opposite of good if she can’t move and if she’s with a partner who appears too small to lead or lift.
I’m hoping that, if she’s on the show, she’ll embrace her limbs and figure out how to cut a line. One of the most striking poses I remember is Evan in their tango at the beginning. Anna’s in the chair still and he suddenly points his foot and extends his arm – it’s like 20 feet of great pose. Height has it’s advantages. But Anna didn’t have to lift Evan and he could lift her no problem. Different for Wendy. Unless she decides to do the lifts…
Apparently Heidi Montag was offered a spot this year.
http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2011/01/heidi-montag-forced-to-turn-down-dancing-with-the-stars-twice/
blah.
If Heidi was indeed offered a spot on the show, then TPTB are dumber than I thought π Once again, we’ve got someone who has the potential to just stir up a ton of controversy & annoy viewers. In fact, I’m not so sure this one is true – Heidi & Spencer have somewhat become toxic assets in the entertainment world, since their “Most Hated Couple in America” schtick wears thin after awhile and I think they’ve already saturated the reality tv scene with their presence. Besides their absurd spending, there’s another reason they’re broke – no one is offering them any jobs. That’s why I find it hard to believe that Heidi would turn down the opportunity to do DWTS, regardless of her alleged poor health – those two are the epitome of desperate at this point, both for money & attention. I’d say this was probably a little fib cooked up by her publicist (if she can still afford one) to give the illusion that she’s more popular than she really is.
I would actually like ot see Hiedi on the show. In no way am I fan of her BUT it would be a nice piece of humble pie for her if she (and this most likely is true) actually had to do something other than have plastic surgery, stage fake marital discourse with her husband with the creepy flesh colored beard (if anybody watches the soup u know what I’m saying lol), or have scripted fights with Lauren Conrad. She seems like she will do anything for media attetnion and that is the total opposite of anyone else who was on the Hills with the excwption of Brody Jenner (who from what I have seen on the soup or seen online loves the media attettion just as much). If they want another person from the Hills they should just wait or get LC.
I also was watching one of the entertainment news shows the other day (I think the one with Mario Lopez) and Suzzane Summers was on it. She would be great for the show. If they got Joyce Dewitt, it would be a good idea too (i love three’s company and i bet any fan of the show would agree).
I REALLY wanted Mayo to win the vote a pro competition. Something about Anna D never really pulled me in. She seems like a nice enough lady and is a great dancer, but there wasn’t enough distinct about her that made me want to watch her more than other pros – whereas Mayo just popped off the screen at me. But I swear the judges really fixed that competition with their comments. It was all glowing for Mayo til the final two and then suddenly it was BAD MAYO, BAD. They wanted a girl since Julianne was leaving and they got double the benefit in Anna D and her height. Bring back Mayo!
Once again, I do totally agree with you Figamentation, I wanted Mayo to win too and was disappointed by the judges comments.
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