There have been few stars from the High School Musical franchise who have traded East High for the Dancing With the Stars ballroom, which comes as a surprise to many fans of the famous Disney franchise.
Well, some of the Wildcats are “Breaking Free” from HSM and pirouetting into the DWTS ballroom.
“We’re All in This Together!”
Since 2006, performers connected to the beloved Disney movies have competed on ABC’s hit dance competition, with some making it all the way to the finale.
From a former East High basketball player who came close to winning the Mirrorball Trophy to the professional dancer who appeared in all three original movies, here’s a look at the High School Musical stars who have made their way to DWTS.
Corbin Bleu
Corbin Bleu traded his East High basketball jersey for dancing shoes when he competed on Season 17 of Dancing With the Stars in 2013. Bleu played Chad Danforth, Troy Bolton’s best friend, in the original HSM trilogy.
Paired with pro dancer Karina Smirnoff, Corbin impressed viewers with his moves and made it all the way to the finale. The duo ultimately finished in second place.
Monique Coleman
Before Corbin Bleu hit the ballroom, Monique Coleman competed on Season 3 of Dancing With the Stars in 2006. Monique played Taylor McKessie, Gabriella Montez’s best friend and East High’s academically driven student, throughout the High School Musical franchise.
Partnered with professional dancer Louis van Amstel, Monique showcased her own dancing skills and finished in fourth place.
Britt Stewart
Britt Stewart didn’t Stick to the Status Quo.
Before becoming a professional dancer on Dancing With the Stars, Stewart appeared as a background dancer in all three original High School Musical films.
Britt joined the DWTS professional dancer lineup during Season 23, bringing her experience and choreography skills to the ballroom.
