Dancing with the Stars (IT)

Dancing with the Stars (IT), known domestically as "Ballando con le Stelle", is the Italian iteration of the ballroom dance competition in which celebrities are paired with professional dancers and perform choreographed routines across a variety of styles. Each live show features individual and group dances, judges' critiques and scores, and public voting, with couples facing weekly eliminations until a champion is crowned. The series airs in prime time on Italy's public broadcaster Rai 1 and has become a staple of Saturday-night entertainment, noted for its live orchestra, elaborate production, and a judging panel that blends technical assessment with showmanship. Over multiple seasons it has showcased personalities from television, sport, music, and journalism, often incorporating special dance-offs, guest performances, and themed episodes while maintaining the core format that balances competition and spectacle.