Anna Delvey Joins 'Dancing with the Stars' Amid Controversy
In a headline that's sure to turn heads, infamous con artist Anna Delvey, also known as Anna Sorokin, has joined the upcoming season of "Dancing with the Stars." Delvey gained notoriety after her high-profile scams, which were the inspiration for Netflix's hit series Inventing Anna . While her criminal past is well-documented, her inclusion on the popular dance competition is sparking renewed debate.
Delvey’s rise to fame—or infamy—started when she posed as a wealthy German heiress to scam New York’s elite out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Convicted in 2019 for grand larceny and theft of services, she served nearly four years in prison. Following her release, Delvey was detained again by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for overstaying her visa. She’s been under house arrest since 2022, wearing an ankle monitor—a detail that will accompany her as she competes on the dance floor.
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Her participation in Dancing with the Stars is particularly striking, as she remains under house arrest. According to reports, she is allowed to move freely within 70 miles of her residence, which enables her to take part in the show. Paired with professional dancer Ezra Sosa, Delvey will dance while still wearing her ankle monitor, a stark reminder of her ongoing legal battles. Despite her controversial status, Delvey has spun her notoriety into multiple ventures since her release. In addition to the Netflix series, she has hosted star-studded dinner parties, sold artwork, and launched a podcast. Now, she’s adding reality TV to her list.
But the real question is, why has Delvey, someone convicted of fraud, been given a platform on such a mainstream show? Critics argue that it sends a problematic message: that crime can indeed pay. Even more unsettling for some, her criminal past is being glossed over. ABC’s announcement described her as an "artist, fashion icon, and infamous NYC socialite," making little mention of the scams that led to her fame.
The situation is further complicated by Delvey's own narrative. She claims she never sought out fame and that Netflix's portrayal of her life “just happened.” Nonetheless, she continues to ride the wave of public fascination, even as she faces the threat of deportation. Her inclusion in Dancing with the Stars is the latest example of how she’s turning infamy into opportunity, whether it’s deserved or not.
As the season unfolds, it will be interesting to see how viewers react to Delvey’s performances. While some may tune in out of sheer curiosity, others are likely to view her participation as a troubling reflection of our celebrity-obsessed culture. Regardless of the outcome, Anna Delvey's presence on the show is already proving to be as headline-grabbing as her previous escapades.
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