Entertainment · October 21, 2026
DWTS' Julia Stiles Reunites With 10 Things Cast to Honor Heath Ledger
On the October 20 episode of Dancing With the Stars, actress Julia Stiles performed a contemporary dance tribute to her late 10 Things I Hate About You costar Heath Ledger. Set to Frankie Valli's 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You'—referencing a famous scene from the 1999 film—the routine concluded with a reunion featuring several cast members. Stiles shared reflections on Ledger's authenticity and expressed grief over not being able to share the movie's enduring legacy with him.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Julia Stiles performed a contemporary dance with partner Ezra Sosa on DWTS Dedication Night.
- The performance was a tribute to the late Heath Ledger.
- The dance was set to Frankie Valli's 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You'.
- Stiles spoke about Ledger's authenticity and her memories of filming 10 Things I Hate About You in a pre-recorded package.
Reported by only some outlets
- Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Gabrielle Union, and Larisa Oleynik were among the cast members present for the reunion.
- Stiles specifically mentioned wishing she could tell Ledger that 'people really care' about the movie today.
Confirmed
- Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa performed to 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You' on DWTS.
- The performance was dedicated to Heath Ledger.
- Cast members from 10 Things I Hate About You reunited for the event.
Reported
- Stiles' performance exceeded far beyond expectations. (E! News)
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