When Dancing With The Stars judge Derek Hough spoke about the idea of an all-winners season, fans immediately began imagining which former champions would fill that ballroom. This list collects ten ideal mirrorball winners who, reunited with their standout pros or paired with fresh partners, would make a competitive and entertaining all-winners season.
1. Jordan Fisher (Season 25)
Jordan Fisher arrived on DWTS already accomplished in music and theater, and he proved his versatility on Season 25, winning the mirror ball with pro partner Lindsay Arnold. Fisher’s charisma and stage experience make him a natural fit for an all-winners cast. A reunion with Arnold would be an emotional highlight, but Fisher’s skill and adaptability also suggest he could excel with any top pro.
2. Kelly Monaco (Season 1)
As the original winner from Season 1, Kelly Monaco represents the show’s beginnings. Competing at the height of her General Hospital fame, she won during a much shorter early season format. Monaco could be reunited with an All-Stars partner such as Val Chmerkovskiy, or paired with another top pro to showcase how the show’s style and expectations have evolved since that first season.
3. Alfonso Ribeiro (Season 19)
Alfonso Ribeiro and Witney Carson formed one of the most memorable partnerships, blending personality and comic timing with solid technique. Their chemistry culminated in a well-deserved win in Season 19. If Ribeiro returned for an all-winners season, fans would expect him back with Carson—few pros can deliver The Carlton with as much charm.
4. Bindi Irwin (Season 21)
Bindi Irwin captured viewers’ hearts on Season 21 with her joyful performances and obvious connection to pro Derek Hough. Her routines often honored her late father, and her presence brought genuine emotion to the ballroom. In an all-winners season she could either reunite with Hough—if available—or shake things up with a different top pro to show a fresh side of her artistry.
5. Nyle DiMarco (Season 22)
Model Nyle DiMarco made history as the show’s first deaf winner when he and Peta Murgatroyd claimed the mirror ball in Season 22. DiMarco’s performances combined expressive movement with technical growth. Reuniting him with Murgatroyd would be a sentimental favorite, though pairing him with another experienced pro could highlight different choreographic approaches and storytelling techniques.
6. Meryl Davis (Season 18)
Olympic ice dancer Meryl Davis brought elite athleticism and performance polish to the ballroom during Season 18, winning with Maks Chmerkovskiy. Davis adapted her ice training to ballroom technique with ease, and her performances demonstrated control and flair. Her return to an all-winners lineup would be a chance to revisit a partnership that produced one of the show’s most technically impressive runs.
7. Iman Shumpert (Season 30)
Iman Shumpert emerged as an unexpected season champion in Season 30, growing into his role across the competition. His athletic background and showmanship paired perfectly with pro Daniella Karagach, creating memorable moments despite their height difference. An all-winners season would benefit from their high-energy routines and contemporary edge.
8. Drew Lachey (Season 2)
Drew Lachey and Cheryl Burke became an iconic early pairing, remembered for show-stopping routines like their cowboy-themed Freestyle. Their Season 2 victory helped establish the program’s competitive spirit. Reuniting Lachey and Burke for an all-winners edition would honor the show’s legacy and please longtime viewers who recall those classic performances.
9. Amber Riley (Season 17)
Amber Riley combined vocal talent and theatrical presence with strong technique to win Season 17 alongside Derek Hough. Since then she has continued to shine on reality competition stages. In an all-winners season, Riley’s performance experience and command of the stage would make her a formidable competitor with any pro partner.
10. Jennifer Grey (Season 11)
Jennifer Grey’s Season 11 win with Derek Hough remains one of the show’s standout moments, combining star power and refined choreography. Grey demonstrated strong partner work and a clear evolution across the season. In an all-winners field she would bring grace and storytelling ability, and fans would welcome the chance to see her dance with a range of top professionals.
An all-winners season would be a celebration of the show’s most successful competitors and memorable partnerships. Whether it reunites past champion duos or creates new pairings, the mix of experience, star quality, and pro creativity would promise compelling performances and fierce competition for the next mirror ball.