Five years after bidding farewell to his hosting duties on "Dancing With the Stars," the beloved TV personality is poised to dive into a unique "Shark Week 2025" special titled "Dancing with Sharks." Slated to premiere on the Discovery channel amidst Shark Week's thrilling July 6-13 broadcast, this competitive spectacle promises to mesmerize audiences with expert divers and their real-life shark companions executing underwater dances that harmonize "skill, elegance, and the bold quest for the ultimate aquatic adrenaline rush."
The show's intriguing premise outlines how each diver will strive to outshine their rivals with innovative moves like the Hammerhead Hoedown and Tiger Trot, thereby redefining the boundaries of dancing amidst peril. "With just one chance to amaze the judges and claim the inaugural title of 'Dancing with Sharks' champion," the narrative teases, setting the stage for an exhilarating display of daring artistry.
Tom, bursting with excitement to re-enter the dance realm, revealed his latest professional endeavor in a captivating Instagram video posted on May 14. The 70-year-old slowly unveiled the white "Dancing with Sharks" logo emblazoned on his blue hoodie, accompanied by the enthusiastic message, "See you this summer. It'll be fantastic." Tagging Discovery and Shark Week in his post, he added, "Yup. It's happening," further fueling anticipation.
Tom's tenure at "Dancing With the Stars" spanned an impressive 15 years before he announced his departure from the ABC series in July 2020. ABC swiftly confirmed to People that the network had decided to part ways with Bergeron, steering towards a "new creative direction." While Tom cherished his early years with the show, he candidly admitted that he wasn't "surprised" by the producers' decision to let him go amidst escalating tensions.
Reflecting on his time there, Tom elaborated during an appearance on Bob Saget's "Here for You" podcast in 2021, "The show that I left was not the show that I loved. As my final season drew to a close, I had a sense it would be my last. I even packed away personal belongings from my dressing room." Acknowledging the behind-the-scenes conflicts he had with the showrunners, he added, "It wasn't a pleasant experience."
