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Dancing with the (Ankle) Stars: Anna Delvey's Unbelievable Journey!

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Who knew dancing could come with an ankle monitor? Anna Delvey's scandalous addition to 'DWTS' has everyone talking (and dancing)!

Convicted con artist Anna Delvey is shaking it on the latest season of "Dancing With the Stars," but she's not just worried about footwork; she’s gotta keep her ankle monitor in check! The notorious fake heiress, who gained fame for posing as a wealthy socialite, confirmed that her journey to the ballroom was paved with some hurdles, namely the need for permission from ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) to compete while being on house arrest. Her sensational comeback has gained mixed reactions, with some fans excited to see what she can bring to the dance floor, while others are demanding a boycott of the show due to her criminal past.

On "The View," Whoopi Goldberg and fellow co-hosts didn’t hold back in expressing their disapproval of casting Delvey. The backlash against her participation raises questions about public opinion on glamorizing felons. But whether you love her or loathe her, Anna seems ready to tango her way into hearts (or further down the path of public outrage) with her signature flair. It certainly appears that this reality show has turned into a spectacle far from the glitzy dancing the audience might be anticipating.

Delvey's footloose adventure doesn’t come without strings attached—she'll have to perform wearing an ankle monitor! While some might associate ankle bracelets with bad fashion choices and runaway felons, Anna hopes to use her imprisonment chic to her advantage. With a unique turn of events, it seems she is determined to make the best out of her situation, proving that a little creativity and tenacity can allow even the most notorious figures to reclaim the spotlight, albeit in a very controversial manner.

As the dancing drama unfolds, it will surely be intriguing to see how Anna navigates the world of glitter and glam while tethered to consequences from her past. Will she steal the show or face the music? Fans from both sides are clamoring to find out as the season progresses.

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Anna Delvey, ankle monitor set for 'DWTS' with ICE approval (Los Angeles Times)

Convicted con artist Anna Delvey says her journey to the latest season of “Dancing With the Stars” came with an extra step. The fraudster fashionista ...

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Whoopi Goldberg & 'The View' Cohosts Slam 'DWTS' Casting Of ... (Deadline)

Seems safe to say that Whoopi Goldberg won't be rooting for Dancing With The Stars' contestant and fake heiress Anna Delvey this season.

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Fake heiress Anna Delvey confirms she needed ICE's permission for ... (New York Post)

Fake heiress Anna Delvey revealed in a new interview that she "had to request ICE for permission" to compete on "Dancing With the Stars" Season 33.

'DWTS' Fans Demand Boycott of Show Over Con Artist Anna Delvey ... (Livermore Independent)

She was arrested in 2017 and, in 2019, she was found guilty on eight charges, including second-degree grand larceny, theft of services, and first-degree ...

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Anna Delvey's Dancing With The Stars Casting Explained (BuzzFeed)

Anna Delvey Explained How She's Able To Appear On "DWTS" Despite Being On House Arrest ... Anna will have to wear an ankle monitor throughout her time on the ...

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Whoopi Goldberg Slams ABC—and ICE—for Allowing Anna Delvey ... (Daily Beast)

The View” host suggested fake heiress Anna Delvey received special treatment from ICE compared to other immigrant families.

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'The View' Hosts Slam Anna Delvey's 'Dancing With the Stars ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Delvey (whose real name is Anna Sorokin) is recognized as the convicted fraudster and fake German heiress who reportedly conned various elite in Manhattan.

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Anna Delvey on 'DWTS' leaves fans, Whoopi Goldberg outraged by ... (USA TODAY)

Anna Delvey, the convicted "scam artist," is on the new cast of "Dancing with the Stars." Her partner's ecstatic. The internet's outraged.

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'DWTS' Pro Koko Breaks Silence on Not Being Part of S33 Cast ... (Newsweek)

Koine "Koko" Iwasaki Nyemchek was noticeably absent from the "Dancing With the Stars" cast lineup.

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