Anna Delvey

2024 - 9 - 19

Dancing with the Stars? More like Conning with the Twirls!

Anna Delvey - Celebrities - Controversy - Dancing with the Stars - Entertainment - Public Figure - Reality TV - Reinvention

Anna Delvey shakes it on the dancefloor while wearing a sparkly ankle monitor! Who says crime doesn’t pay?

In an eyebrow-raising debut that had fans and critics buzzing, infamous faux heiress Anna Delvey, whose real name is Anna Sorokin, danced her way onto the latest season of "Dancing With the Stars." Known for her elaborate schemes that conned her way through New York's elite, Delvey strutted her stuff in style—complete with a sparkly ankle monitor, of course! As Delvey stepped onto the dance floor, she made it clear that she’s ready to reinvent herself yet again, this time as a ballroom dancer.

Her performance, accompanied by partner Ezra Sosa, shook the reality TV realm, igniting discussions about whether reality shows should give a platform to controversial figures like Delvey. Despite the polarizing opinions surrounding her casting, Delvey remained unfazed, giggling about her criminal exploits while moving to Sabrina Carpenter's catchy tune 'Espresso.'" With the audience divided between applauding her dancing skills and questioning the ethics of showcasing a convicted fraudster on such a prestigious platform, it was a night filled with mixed emotions.

On Instagram, Anna didn't hold back from addressing her detractors. "I've dealt with criticism before, and this isn’t new to me!" she stated while flashing her trademark grin. As the cameras rolled and fans cheered, one has to wonder—are viewers tuning in for the dancing or the drama? With Delvey’s presence stirring the pot, it seems like this season of DWTS is as much about the tea as it is about the tango.

Interestingly enough, Anna Delvey's ambitions might not just be limited to dancing alone; she’s reportedly working on additional projects to cement her status as a media personality. Delvey, who has famously reinvented herself multiple times, may be one faux heiress who has mastered the art of self-promotion. Who knows where the dance floor will take her next?

In case you’re wondering about ankle monitors, it’s worth noting that they are usually utilized by individuals under house arrest or those on probation to ensure they adhere to restrictions. So while Anna continues to sashay her way across the dance floor, we can't help but chuckle at the thought—can a crime-spree queen steal the spotlight? Only time will tell!

And for those less familiar, Anna Sorokin found herself in hot water after obtaining $275,000 in loans while masquerading as a German socialite. Her life of luxury in New York's high society was short-lived, as her 2019 conviction led to a hefty prison sentence. Nonetheless, her runaway tale and newfound fame on the dance floor make her a figure we can't ignore—especially with those dainty dance moves!

'Dancing With the Stars': Anna Delvey Addresses Her Statement on ... (Black Hills Pioneer)

Plus, how does newly-promoted dance pro and her partner Ezra Sosa feel about being paired with the infamous faux German heiress?

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Anna Delvey Made Her DWTS Debut and the Reactions Were Not ... (Glamour)

Delvey's casting on Dancing With the Stars was contentious from the start. The convicted fraudster became famous for successfully conning New Yorkers out of ...

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Anna Delvey Makes Her Dancing with the Stars Debut (TownandCountrymag.com)

"I've reinvented myself many times, and this time, I'm going to be a ballroom dancer."

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'Fake heiress' Anna Delvey debuts on US reality TV show wearing ... (9Honey)

So-called 'fake heiress', who was convicted of swindling banks, hotels and friends in 2019 after falsely bu...

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'Fake heiress' Anna Sorokin debuts on 'Dancing with the Stars ... (NBC Southern California)

Convicted con artist Anna Sorokin has hit the dancefloor on “Dancing With the Stars” with a featherweight — and very sparkly — ankle monitor.

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Anna Delvey and Her Bedazzled Ankle Monitor Debut on Dancing ... (Vanity Fair)

The convicted con artist danced to Sabrina Carpenter's “Espresso” and giggled about her criminal past as reality TV's Kelly Cutrone watched.

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Anna Delvey Responds to Backlash After 'Dancing With the Stars ... (Newsweek)

The convicted con artist had a message for the haters on the official 'DWTS' Instagram account.

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'Fake heiress' Anna Sorokin debuts on 'Dancing with the Stars ... (Local 5 - weareiowa.com)

The so called 'fake heiress', whose real name is Anna Sorokin, appeared on the popular dancing show's season premiere wearing a sparkly ankle monitor.

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Anna Delvey's DWTS Debut Fails To Dazzle Viewers (10 News First)

Anna Delvey made her Dancing with the Stars debut this week, and while the convicted fraudster attempted to put her best foot forward, reviews indicate that ...

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Anna Delvey's 'lackluster' 'Dancing With the Stars' debut gets icy ... (USA TODAY)

Anna Delvey (aka Anna Sorkin) revealed a new dancing persona and a sparkling ankle monitor in Tuesday's Season 33 "Dancing With the Stars" debut.

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'Fake heiress' Anna Sorokin debuts on 'Dancing with the Stars ... (NBC Southern California)

Convicted con artist Anna Sorokin has hit the dancefloor on “Dancing With the Stars” with a featherweight — and very sparkly — ankle monitor.

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How DWTS Is Making Custom "Outfits" for Anna Delvey's Ankle ... (Cosmopolitan.com)

In case you hadn't noticed, fake heiress and con-artist Anna Delvey (or as ABC described her, "fashionista and entrepreneur") is currently competing on ...

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Joey Graziadei Defends Anna Delvey After DWTS Casting Backlash (Life & Style Weekly)

Bachelor alum Joey Graziadei shared his thoughts on Anna Delvey after the con artist faced backlash for being cast on season 33 of Dancing With the Stars.

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'Fake heiress' Anna Sorokin debuts on 'Dancing with the Stars ... (NBC Southern California)

Convicted con artist Anna Sorokin has hit the dancefloor on “Dancing With the Stars” with a featherweight — and very sparkly — ankle monitor.

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Cheryl Burke Wishes Anna Delvey Was Paired With Val on DWTS (Us Weekly)

Cheryl Burke thinks 'Dancing With the Stars' season 33 contestant Anna Delvey could have benefitted from a different partner.

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Anna Delvey's Ankle Monitor Shines on Dancing With the Stars (The New York Times)

The former fake heiress let her tracking device steal the show in her “Dancing With the Stars” debut. To survive another week, she may need to show some ...

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Dancing with the Stars pro DEFENDS Anna Delvey - but reveals key ... (Daily Mail)

Professional dancer turned podcast host Cheryl Burke has claimed that viewers should move past Anna's crimes and judge her 'potential as a ballroom dancer'.

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