Tom Hiddleston addresses Dancing With The Stars rumors after recent speculation linked him to the upcoming season of the popular ABC dance competition. Speaking with Parade magazine during the promotion of his new film, ‘The Life of Chuck,’ which premieres June 6, 2025, the ‘Loki’ star was directly asked if he would compete in the next season of ‘DWTS’. Hiddleston responded,
“Yes, it’s in the mix. I love dancing. I danced a little bit in some productions in the theater, but I’ve never danced this kind — with this freedom and precision and agility and technique.”
—Tom Hiddleston, Actor
‘The Life of Chuck’: A Dance-Driven Role for Hiddleston
Hiddleston’s upcoming movie, based on Stephen King‘s 2020 novella, chronicles the life of Charles “Chuck” Krantz, whom Hiddleston portrays. The story follows Chuck from childhood through adulthood, exploring themes of heartache and resilience, ultimately culminating in his character finding happiness through dance. Choreographed by Mandy Moore—known for her celebrated work on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ and ‘Dancing With The Stars’—the movie’s dance scenes aim to capture the vitality and emotion embedded in Chuck’s journey.
Sharing his insight on preparing for these emotionally charged dance sequences, Hiddleston offered a glimpse into the meticulous approach, stating,
“It’s so carefully described by Stephen King [in his 2020 novella] how much freedom [Chuck] has. It’s almost the most agile, the most committed, the most passionate, and the most released that his joy has ever been, even as his body [becomes] older and he’s developing an illness that he’ll never shake. So we wanted it to contain all of the things that he ever loved. The love of his grandmother, his love of Gene Kelly and all that jazz, Fred [Astaire] and Ginger [Rogers] … Mandy Moore, our extraordinary choreographer, and her assistant tried to throw in all of these references that he would really love.”
—Tom Hiddleston, Actor
Hiddleston Reflects on His Own Dance Experience
With his background in theater, Tom Hiddleston has previously showcased his dance skills, contributing to his performance in ‘The Life of Chuck.’ During his interview, he praised Mandy Moore for fostering an environment where authenticity and personal expression were encouraged.
“Because Mandy’s so clever, she would encourage me to freestyle and say, ‘This is you, Tom. This is your dance as well, so anything that comes out of you that feels joyful, that feels spontaneous, that feels free, let’s do that.’ It was just magic from start to finish. It was one of the happiest experiences of my working life ever,”
Hiddleston said. —Tom Hiddleston, Actor
The Legacy of Hiddleston’s Viral Dancing Moments
Tom Hiddleston’s affinity for dancing is well known among fans, especially after a 2016 dance video featuring him and Taylor Swift at the Met Gala circulated widely online. Reflecting on this memorable moment in a conversation with Bucks Free Press, Hiddleston described how the event unfolded and the spontaneity behind it:
“I love dancing; who doesn’t? It’s a weird one [that it went viral]. I haven’t actually danced for a long time, but I happened to be dancing at the Met Gala because it was a party. I was at a table with Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd was playing, and she said, ‘The thing about these parties is nobody gets up to dance,’ and you’re making music. She, as a musician, was like, ‘We’ve got to dance for The Weeknd,’ so we got up and danced. I didn’t know it was going to ping round the world, but it’s all good.”
—Tom Hiddleston, Actor
What Fans Can Expect Moving Forward
While Hiddleston’s tease leaves open the possibility of a ‘Dancing With The Stars’ appearance, it is clear he holds dance close to his heart, both professionally and personally. As excitement builds for the release of ‘The Life of Chuck,’ choreographer Mandy Moore and the influences of legendary dancers like Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers are set to shine. Whether or not Tom Hiddleston joins the cast of ‘DWTS’ for Season 34, his passion for dance continues to endear him to fans. The dance world, from theater to television, will be closely watching the next steps in Hiddleston’s evolving journey.
