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Tom Bergeron Apologizes to Bobby Bones After 'DWTS' Diss
12 Mar
Summary
- Bergeron expressed surprise at Bones' Dancing With the Stars win in 2025.
- Bones admitted Bergeron's comments caused a 'minor meltdown'.
- Bones was later offered to host Dancing With the Stars after Bergeron left.
Tom Bergeron has publicly apologized to Bobby Bones for remarks made about his 2025 win on Dancing With the Stars. On the 'BobbyCast' podcast on March 12, 2026, Bergeron called the situation "Friendship Cleanup on Aisle Two." He regretted how he phrased his surprise at Bones winning season 27 of the ABC reality show.
Bergeron stated that his honest surprise at Bones' victory was miscommunicated. Bobby Bones had previously shared on his podcast that Bergeron's comments caused him a "minor meltdown." Bones felt hurt, especially since Bergeron had been supportive during the show's filming.
Following the incident, Bones had planned to return his mirrorball trophy. He felt his dancing ability was questioned despite his win. However, he now regrets that decision and has been offered the trophy back by the network.
Bones also disclosed that he was considered for hosting Dancing With the Stars after Bergeron's exit. He was asked if he wanted to host, but was advised against seeking Bergeron's counsel due to contractual reasons, unaware that Bergeron had been fired.
