– Artem Chigvintsev is missing tonight’s episode due to health reasons
– He will be replaced by professional dancer Alan Bersten
– Chigvintsev is expected to return next week
“Artem Chigvintsev, a professional dancer on the hit TV show Dancing With the Stars, will not be participating in tonight’s episode. The reason for his absence is due to health concerns, which have not been specified at this time. Instead, Chigvintsev’s celebrity partner, Melanie C, will be paired with another professional dancer, Alan Bersten, for the evening’s performance.
Despite his health-related absence, Chigvintsev is anticipated to make a full recovery and return to the dance floor next week. Fans are surely looking forward to the dancer’s successful comeback and continued performances with Melanie C throughout the competition.”