Britt Stewart is a 37-year-old American professional dancer, choreographer and teacher, best known as a professional on Dancing with the Stars. Born on September 21, 1989, in Aurora, Colorado, Stewart became the first African American woman to be cast as a professional on the ABC series in 2020, and she returned for season 35 in 2026, where she was partnered with musician Taylor Hanson.
| Full Name | Britt Benae Stewart Durant |
| Age (as of 2026) | 37 |
| Date of Birth | September 21, 1989 |
| Occupation | Professional dancer; choreographer; teacher |
| Hometown / Birthplace | Aurora, Colorado, United States |
| Known For | Dancing with the Stars; High School Musical films; La La Land |
| Partner / Spouse | Daniel Durant (married August 23, 2025) |
| Height | Not publicly reported; omitted rather than estimated |
| Net Worth | Not publicly reported with a verified source; no figure is published here |
Who Is Britt Stewart?
Britt Stewart is an American professional dancer, choreographer and teacher who joined Dancing with the Stars as a troupe member in season 23 and, on August 18, 2020, was named the first Black female professional in the show’s history. She made her debut as a professional partner in season 29 with Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir, reaching the semi-finals and finishing sixth.
Stewart’s best placement to date came in season 31, when she partnered deaf actor Daniel Durant. The couple reached the semi-finals and finished fifth, a run that also began a personal story: Stewart and Durant entered a relationship in November 2022, shortly after that season ended, got engaged on Christmas Eve 2023 and married on August 23, 2025, in Santa Margarita, California.
In season 35, which premiered on September 16, 2026, Stewart was partnered with musician Taylor Hanson of the band Hanson. Despite receiving their best score, the couple were unexpectedly eliminated during the third week and finished in 13th place, a result that drew attention because it came so early in the season.
Early Life & Background
Britt Benae Stewart was born on September 21, 1989, in Aurora, Colorado, and lived in Seattle, Washington, for some time after her birth. Both of her parents worked in business and were unfamiliar with dance, but they enrolled her in classes when she was three after a stranger at an outdoor music festival noticed her moving to the music.
Her training began with ballet and tap at a local school in Seattle, and after her family moved back to Colorado she continued at the Artistic Fusion Dance Academy. She also trained in jazz, contemporary and hip-hop, studied modern and cultural dance styles at the Denver School of the Arts, where she graduated in 2007, and then attended Loyola Marymount University as a double major in dance and science, suspending her studies halfway through her second semester. Despite her dance education, she originally aspired to become a pediatric surgeon.
Career/Journey
Stewart appeared in Kenny Ortega’s trilogy of High School Musical films as a principal dancer from 2006 to 2008, and later performed in Fame (2009), No Strings Attached (2011), Teen Beach Movie (2013) and La La Land (2016). On television she booked shows such as American Idol, Glee, Grey’s Anatomy and The Voice, and she toured and performed with musicians including Janet Jackson, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Selena Gomez and Nick Jonas.
Producers from Dancing with the Stars watched Stewart perform while she was rehearsing for The Wonderful World of Disney: Disneyland 60 in 2016 and asked her to audition for the troupe. She made her series debut in season 23 without any formal training in ballroom dance, became a full-time troupe member the following season and remained in that role until the troupe was cut for season 28.
As a professional, Stewart’s other seasons included 15th place with Martin Kove in season 30, 11th with Adrian Peterson in season 32, 10th with Eric Roberts in season 33 and 13th with Baron Davis in season 34. She is also president and mentor of Share The Movement, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing diversity in dance.
Facts About Britt Stewart
- Britt Stewart is 37 years old, born on September 21, 1989, in Aurora, Colorado.
- She is the first African American woman to be cast as a professional on Dancing with the Stars.
- She made her professional debut in season 29 with Johnny Weir, finishing sixth.
- Her best placement is fifth, in season 31 with Daniel Durant, whom she married in 2025.
- In season 35 she was partnered with Taylor Hanson and finished 13th.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Britt Stewart?
Britt Stewart is 37 years old in 2026, born on September 21, 1989.
Who is Britt Stewart’s husband?
Britt Stewart married actor Daniel Durant on August 23, 2025.
What is Britt Stewart known for?
Britt Stewart is best known as a professional on Dancing with the Stars, where she became the first African American woman cast as a pro.
Who is Britt Stewart partnered with in season 35?
In Dancing with the Stars season 35, Britt Stewart was partnered with musician Taylor Hanson.
Where is Britt Stewart from?
Britt Stewart was born in Aurora, Colorado, and trained in Seattle and Colorado.