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Maks Defends Val Amid DWTS Suspension Drama
23 Oct
Summary
- Maks Chmerkovskiy supports his brother Val after a one-episode DWTS suspension.
- Val was suspended for a controversial social media post about a judge.
- Maks acknowledges disagreements but emphasizes unwavering brotherly loyalty.
Maks Chmerkovskiy has voiced his support for his brother, Val Chmerkovskiy, who faced a one-episode suspension from Dancing With the Stars. The suspension stemmed from a social media post Val made after judge Carrie Ann Inaba critiqued Val's wife and fellow pro, Jenna Johnson. In his since-deleted post, Val alluded to the Will Smith incident at the Oscars.
Maks addressed the situation at the Dancers Against Cancer Gala of the Stars in Los Angeles on October 22. He emphasized his love for his brother and noted Val's past support for him. Maks acknowledged that they have different opinions and approaches but stated this would not affect their relationship.
Val has since returned to rehearsals with his celebrity partner, Jenna Dewan. Maks expressed confidence that his brother would navigate the controversy and continue his journey on Dancing With the Stars.