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DWTS Pros Skip Tour for Health & Family
26 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Several Dancing With the Stars pros are opting out of tours due to health concerns.
- Personal reasons, including recovery from injuries and managing chronic conditions, are cited.
- Some performers are prioritizing family time over the demanding tour schedules.
Recent Dancing With the Stars tours have seen a notable absence of several professional dancers, as many are opting out for personal reasons. Lindsay Arnold cited a need to recover from an ankle injury and manage her Type 1 diabetes, stating her doctor did not clear her for the demanding tour schedule in early 2026. She expressed sadness at missing the shows but emphasized the necessity of healing.
Other pros are also prioritizing different aspects of their lives. Gleb Savchenko decided against the early 2026 tour to spend time with his daughters who live abroad, marking a transition period for him. Sasha Farber chose to take an emotional break from touring after participating in "all the tours," explaining his need for a pause from the road's intensity.
Furthermore, some contestants have also been unexpectedly left out. Jenn Tran, a finalist from season 33, revealed she was not asked to join the tour, expressing her disappointment at not being able to extend her "dancing moment." Instead, the 2025 tour featured winner Joey Graziadei and other finalists, highlighting the varied reasons behind participation or absence from these popular live shows.
