Hallmark Stars Reveal Their Dancing With the Stars Dreams

The Hallmark Channel family may be known for cozy romances, snowy small towns, and happily-ever-afters, but several of its biggest stars are clearly ready to trade their signature charm for sequins, spray tans, and the pressure of the Dancing With the Stars ballroom. At Nikki DeLoach and Ashley Williams’ annual Dance Party to End ALZ, stars including Andrew Walker, Crystal Lowe, Sharon Lawrence, Jonathan Bennett, and B.J. Britt opened up about whether they would ever take on the hit competition series.

One revelation stood above the rest: DeLoach already tried to make it happen, and she is still feeling the sting of being passed over.

Hallmark Stars Are Ready for Their Dancing With the Stars Era

There have been plenty of actors, athletes, reality personalities, and pop-culture icons on Dancing With the Stars over the years, but Hallmark stars have not exactly dominated the contestant list. That could change if this group gets its wish.

The candid conversations at the Dance Party to End ALZ proved there is no shortage of Hallmark talent willing to embrace the glittery chaos of the ballroom. For some, the appeal is competition. For others, it is the chance to dance, challenge themselves, or use the massive platform for a meaningful cause.

And for at least one Hallmark favorite, it is about showing casting executives exactly what they missed.

Nikki DeLoach Already Auditioned and Her Rejection Still Hurts

Nikki DeLoach did not simply say she would consider appearing on Dancing With the Stars. She actually submitted an audition tape for the current season, and by her own account, she went all in.

DeLoach revealed that her tape was not a casual selfie video or a quick pitch filmed in a living room. She described it as a fully realized, edited, trailer-style production.

In other words, she did not merely raise her hand for the opportunity. She created a full-on campaign.

The actress said she had hoped to use any winnings from the show to support the Dance Party to End ALZ and the Mind What Matters Caregiver Relief Fund, dedicating the effort to her late father. That mission gave the audition a far deeper purpose than a bid for a mirrorball trophy or a weekly dose of TV exposure.

Unfortunately, the show went in another direction. DeLoach shared that she believed casting was especially interested in influencers and reality-TV personalities this season, categories she does not identify with.

Still, she made it clear that being overlooked was especially disappointing because she felt so strongly about both the audition and the charitable reason behind it.

• Her goal: Raise money for Alzheimer’s-related caregiving support.
• Her strategy: Deliver a polished, high-production audition reel.
• Her reaction: Utter disbelief that her ambitious tape did not land her a spot.

DeLoach may not be competing this time around, but her passion makes her feel like exactly the kind of contestant viewers could rally behind. A future season pairing her with the right pro could turn into one of the show’s most emotional and memorable storylines.

Not Every Hallmark Favorite Is Racing Toward the Ballroom

While DeLoach was ready to dance for a cause, other stars had much more cautious reactions to the thought of joining the competition. The appeal of the ballroom is undeniable, but so is the fear of public elimination, difficult choreography, and discovering in front of millions that rhythm may not be a natural gift.

That honesty is part of what made the Hallmark stars’ answers so entertaining. Some saw potential. Some saw a personal nightmare. And one star got a brutally funny reality check from her husband before she could even entertain another competition-show offer.

Ashley Williams Knows Her Competition Limits

Ashley Williams, who co-hosted the Dance Party to End ALZ with DeLoach, made it clear that she does not see herself as the ideal contestant for a high-stakes TV competition. Rather than auditioning for Dancing With the Stars, Williams admitted she would likely steer clear of the experience altogether.

Her reasoning was hilariously self-aware. Williams recalled being offered the chance to appear on The Weakest Link, only for her husband to warn her that the title might be a little too accurate.

His concern was not just that she might lose, but that the loss could be funny in the moment and upsetting once the laughter wore off. It is the sort of loving but savage spousal advice that many people can relate to.

Williams may not be preparing a ballroom audition anytime soon, but her willingness to laugh at herself would undoubtedly make her fantastic television.

Andrew Walker Has the Athleticism but Not the Confidence

Andrew Walker offered one of the most relatable takes of the entire conversation. The Hallmark leading man acknowledged that he is good with direction and considers himself relatively athletic, two qualities that could make a contestant surprisingly competitive in a physically demanding dance environment.

But when asked whether he would actually be willing to do the show, Walker immediately undercut his own potential. His verdict on his dance abilities was simple: he cannot dance well enough to save himself.

That does not necessarily mean fans should count him out forever. Dancing With the Stars has a long history of turning self-proclaimed non-dancers into fan favorites.

With enough rehearsal time, a patient partner, and one irresistible Hallmark-style smile, Walker could still be a contender viewers would love to watch improve week after week.

Two Hallmark Stars Believe They Could Really Bring It

Not everyone was intimidated by the idea of tackling ballroom routines under the lights. Crystal Lowe and Sharon Lawrence both assessed their dance potential with a refreshing blend of confidence and realism.

One has a dream of claiming a place on the show in the future. The other has the professional dance background to understand exactly how demanding the experience would be. Either way, both would arrive with far more than beginner-level enthusiasm.

Crystal Lowe Is Manifesting Her Mirrorball Moment

Crystal Lowe did not hesitate when discussing a potential Dancing With the Stars appearance. She said she would do a show like it without question and called the prospect a dream.

Her self-rating was also delightfully candid. In her mind, Lowe believes her dance ability is a perfect 10. In reality, she placed herself somewhere around a 6.5 or 7, which is still a far more confident starting point than many celebrities bring to the ballroom.

The important detail is that Lowe is already putting the idea out into the universe. Hallmark fans should probably keep this prediction in mind, because she sounds like someone who would not waste the opportunity if the casting call came through.

Sharon Lawrence Understands Just How Serious the Challenge Is

Sharon Lawrence approached the topic from the perspective of someone who knows dance at a professional level. The Broadway veteran explained that at the height of her stage career, including when she played Velma in Chicago, she would have rated herself at a 10.

Now, she considers herself a solid 7, while stressing that the kind of work required on Dancing With the Stars is no joke. Lawrence pointed out that professional dancers train like athletes and that the show demands intense work at a fast pace.

Her awareness of that reality may make her one of the most intriguing hypothetical contestants in the Hallmark group. Lawrence said she could approach the show in the spirit of Florence Henderson, proving that performance experience, personality, and determination can matter just as much as executing every step perfectly.

Jonathan Bennett Has Experience and a Surprise Pick

Jonathan Bennett is one of the few Hallmark stars who does not have to imagine what the Dancing With the Stars pressure feels like. He has already competed on the series, so he knows firsthand that Broadway skill and ballroom success do not always translate in the way viewers might expect.

Despite considering himself a strong dancer on Broadway, Bennett said his time on the ABC competition was a different story. He was eliminated third, even finishing behind Tommy Chong, who was in his seventies at the time.

Bennett used the result as humorous proof that his ballroom abilities were not quite on the same level as his stage credentials.

Jonathan Bennett Thinks B.J. Britt Could Be the One to Watch

B.J. Britt may have said he’d never do Dancing With the Stars, but Bennett isn’t buying it. In fact, Bennett singled Britt out as the Hallmark star he thinks could thrive in the competition.

According to Bennett, Britt doesn’t fully realize how good he could be. He simply needs to get out of his own way, which is a strong endorsement from someone who has experienced the intensity of the show himself.

If Hallmark stars ever take over the ballroom, the potential cast is already shaping up beautifully: DeLoach dancing for a cause, Lowe manifesting her big moment, Lawrence bringing Broadway discipline, Walker discovering his rhythm, and Britt possibly becoming the season’s unexpected breakout. Now all that’s left is for Dancing With the Stars casting to make the call.