"DWTS: A NEW SEASON OF THRILLS, SPILLS & SHIMMIES BEGINS"

Attention all DWTS fans wait no further! We're less than a month away from getting our fix of what else? Dancin'! The stars announced set to trip the light fantastic this season are as follows.

DONNY OSMOND: The other half of the squeaky clean sibling duo is currently performing with his sister (Marie also a DWTS alumni) at the Las Vegas Flamingo Hotel through to 2012. Donnie's set to show us that he's more than just 'purple socks' and 'puppy love'. This 70's teen-pop idol is 'a little bit rock n' roll' so I'm sure he'll bring all that he's got to the table and then some. Hey, if all the Osmond's (and there are a whole lot of them!) combined don't all fit in the studio at the same time. I'm sure they'll be busy texting and calling in their votes when the performances are through. Flash those pearly whites! (paired up with Kym Johnson)

AARON CARTER: Teen sensation, recording artist, songwriter, producer, actor and kid brother to Nick 'Backstreet Boy' Carter, Aaron is most sure to have rhythm. I envision him to be another 'Cody Linley' and he went all the way to the finals. Such a young and disciplined talent is always welcome on the dance floor. I could just hear Len Goodman now, 'no heel leads Aaron!' (paired up with Karina Smirnoff)

TOM DELAY: A former White House majority leader turns dancer this season in hopes of gaining the majority votes from viewers and judges alike, to take this prominent Republican all the way to the finals. Who's your Daddy? (paired up with two-time Dancing champion Cheryl Burke)

MYA: It's a long way from the recording studio but like gal-pal Lil' Kim last season (and fellow Lady Marmalade alumni). Grammy Award winner, Mya is bound to turn some heads this year. If not on the dance floor then most definitely in those scantily clad costumes. Let's hope there aren't any wardrobe malfunctions here. Yikes! (paired up with Dmitry Chaplin)

DEBI MAZAR: Her stunning eyes (and NY accent) speak volumes. Literally! I didn't recognize the name but when I saw a photograph of Mazar I instantly remembered her from the classic Madonna videos 'Papa Don't Preach', 'True Blue' and 'Deeper and Deeper' from earlier on in her career. She can also be seen in the films 'Goodfellas', 'Jungle Fever' and 'The Doors' as well as her current gig on HBO's ever popular 'Entourage'. Just let those feline eyes just reel you in! Grrrrrrrr! (paired up with Maksim Chmerkovskiy)

ASHLEY HAMILTON: This talented bad boy means business (and I do mean business). He's an accomplished singer, songwriter and comedian. But the last decade those aren't the only things that were newsworthy. Aside from being the son of George Hamilton, his personal life has taken center stage as well. With the 'One Night in Paris' sex tape and his very, very brief marriage to Pamela Anderson on his resume, one can only hope he can do the mambo other than horizontally. Yikes! (paired up with Edyta Sliwinska)

CHUCK LIDDELL: The UFC (Ultimate Fighting Champion) is throwing himself into the mix this season by exchanging those heartwrenching punches and jabs for flicks and kicks. Perhaps, the Iceman might go onto surprise us all and turn out to be the UDC (Ultimate Dancing Champion) instead. Bring it on! (paired up with Anna Trebunskaya)

NATALIE COUGHLIN: The Olympic swimmer with six gold medals to her name in the 2004 and 2008 Olympic games wants to add the prestigious mirror ball trophy to her collection. She's traded in her swim suit for a pair of pumps and partner. All that glitters is really gold! (paired up with Alec Mazo)

MARK DACASCOS: They call him the 'Chairman'. Yes, this martial arts expert and current host of the Food Network's, 'Iron Chef America' is planning to inflict some serious kung-fu moves (in a gracefully-funky sort of way that is!) on the ballroom floor. So opponents look out! (paired up with Lacey Schwimmer)

MACEY GREY: The five-time Grammy award winner known for her raspy-voice is an R&B singer, turned actress and is planning on taking the competition by storm. Add dancing to her already long list of accomplishments and she's on her way to kick even more Hollywood butt! Can you say twinkle-toes? (paired up with Jonathan Roberts)

MELISSA JOAN HART: Best known for the lead role in the popular teen show 'Sabrina, the Teenage Witch' in the 90's and gone on to star in various shows and movies. Hart (now a mother of two, herself) doesn't need magic to take the title of champ. She's already got it in the bag! (paired up with Mark Ballas)

KATHY IRELAND: Sports Illustrated swimwear model, actress and yummy mummy is leaving the skimpy bikini at behind for this competition. Although I'm sure her sexy costumes will be pin-up worthy anyway. Ireland's going to cha-cha her way into the finals and then grace the cover of DWTS magazine holding what else? But the mirror ball trophy of course! So take that! (paired up with Tony Dovolani)

MICHAEL IRVIN: This former three-time Superbowl champion for the Dallas Cowboys turned ESPN broadcaster, turned radio show host is shedding his studio headset for the chance to shake his bootay in front of millions of female viewers. And yes, the ladies have spoken. Like Nike...Just do it! (paired up with Anna Demidova)

KELLY OSBOURNE: Reality show actress, artist and daughter to the 'Prince of Darkness', Ozzy Osbourne, Kelly is the girl to beat (or beat you up!). But seriously, she'll be interesting to watch and coming from an entertainment family she's sure to put a serious dent in the competition. Dancers beware! (paired up with Louis van Amstel)

LOUIE VITO: This Pro-snowboarder placing fifth in the Men's Superpipe competition in the 2006 Winter X Games is giving up snow and sub-zero temperatures for air conditioned comfort and hardwood floors for these games. He's also an Olympic hopeful for 2010. I smell a product endorsement for satin shirts coming on. Yo dude! (paired up with Chelsie Hightower)

JOANNA KRUPA: This Polish-American model turned actress is known for her appearances in men's magazines like Maxim, Stuff and FHM in the mid-2000's. A mind is terrible thing to waste but if she looks great doing the tango it can only better her chances at leaving her competitors in the dust. Ole! (paired up with Derek Hough)

There you have it folks! All 16 competitors ready to show you (and the world) what they've got. So tune in to hear Bruno Tonioli flip over his score palette and famously yell, '10!' All the action returns for its 9th season Monday September 21 at 8 p.m. on ABC.