Artem Chigvintsev’s ‘DWTS’ fate on Season 33 revealed after domestic violence arrest
nypost.comhis domestic violence arrest on Thursday.A rep for the Chigvintsev, 42, who is married to former WWE wrestler and reality star Nikki Bella, confirmed the news to Page Six; however, it appears the decision not to be featured on “DWTS” was made before he found himself in lockup. “There were no plans for Artem Chigvintsev to be a part of Season 33 of ‘Dancing with the Stars,’” the rep shared.Season 33 is set to kick off on ABC next month.Chigvintsev joined “DWTS” as a member of the dance troupe in 2009 during Season 18 and was upgraded to pro the following season.
He remained on the show as a staple until Season 28 in 2019. He called the decision not to be asked back “a massive shock.”His time off of the competition show was short-lived.
Chigvintsev returned for Season 29 and remained a pro until the most recent season, Season 32. Over the years, he partnered with celebrities like “The O.C.” actress Mischa Barton, “The Brady Bunch” actress Maureen McCormick, former figure skater Nancy Kerrigan, and his now-wife Nikki, whom he met while dancing with her on the show.Chigvintsev and Bella married in August 2022 and celebrated their two-year wedding anniversary on Monday.The Post confirmed Chigvintsev was arrested by the Napa County Sheriff’s Department just before 10 a.m.
on a felony domestic violence charge. His bail was set at $25,000. According to online records, it appears the dancing pro is still in lockup.
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