STAR-STUDDED LINEUP UNVEILED FOR "THE BALANCING ACT®" WITH MARIO & COURTNEY LOPEZ

Daisy Fuentes, Tony Danza, Dr. Drew, and More Set for the New Season
Premiering October 23rd on Lifetime^®

Daisy Fuentes Set as First Celebrity Guest 

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BrandStar has announced the star-studded lineup for the upcoming season of "The Balancing Act", with new co-hosts and executive producers Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez. The new season premieres on Friday, October 23 at 7:30 a.m. ET on Lifetime.

On October 23rd, longtime friend Daisy Fuentes will be joining the show to talk about her trailblazing career and continued commitment to making a difference and supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Guests for the upcoming season also include actor Tony Danza on October 30th, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd of "Dancing with the Stars" on November 6th, Dr. Drew Pinsky on December 18th, and chef and entrepreneur Steve Martorano on January 15th.

Mario and Courtney will lean into candid conversations, lived experiences, and the modern-day challenges of balancing family, career, and personal well-being, alongside practical, real-life solutions. Each episode, taped in front of a live studio audience, will spotlight expert advice and innovative products across health, home, family, work, and fitness. 

"We're so excited to take on these new roles as co-hosts and executive producers of 'The Balancing Act,'" said Mario Lopez. "We get to talk about so many things that are part of everyday life, like health, family, work, and everything in between. We're looking forward to bringing in people who can share real, helpful advice with our viewers."

"It's definitely a new experience for me to be both in front of the camera and behind the scenes, and that's what makes it so much fun," added Courtney Lopez. "I'm excited to have some great conversations, and hopefully give people a reason to smile, learn something new, and feel good about their day."

The new season of "The Balancing Act" airs Fridays at 7:30 A.M. ET on Lifetime from October 23 through February 12. Check your local listings. Stream the show on YouTube and TheBalancingAct.com.

About The Balancing Act:

"The Balancing Act^®" is the award-winning morning show created and produced by BrandStar, helping viewers navigate everyday life with confidence and ease. Hosted by Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez, the series delivers smart, relatable solutions for the modern juggle of health, family, home, work, and self-care. With trusted expert advice, innovative products, and practical tips for real, busy lives, "The Balancing Act" combines useful information with warmth, humor, and feel-good energy. For more information, visit www.thebalancingact.com.

SOURCE The Balancing Act