Get ready for a Chmerkovskiy showdown! Maksim, known to fans as “Max from Dancing with the Stars,” is officially making his highly anticipated return to the ballroom for season 23. After a four-season hiatus from his role as a professional dancer on ABC’s beloved dance competition, he’s back and ready to compete – this time, against his own brother, Valentin.
The exciting announcement of Maks’ return was made live on Good Morning America on Thursday, sending waves of excitement through the Dancing with the Stars community. “The last 12 years of my life had some sort of relationship to the show,” Maksim shared, expressing his deep connection to DWTS. “I just wanted this to continue… the feeling and positivity.”
Speaking about the prospect of competing against his brother, Max from Dancing with the Stars added, “We’ve done that before for a bit of time. He’s become the star of the star and that’s not going to change when I come in and do my thing… I’m excited. I never had this… the way everything came together as a pro this season.” This brotherly battle is set to add an extra layer of drama and intrigue to the upcoming season.
Rumors of Maksim’s comeback began swirling when a photo surfaced on social media featuring the dance pro alongside TV host Amber Rose. The snapshot, showing Rose in what appeared to be Dancing with the Stars costumes, ignited fan speculation and anticipation. A fan even tweeted, “Maks and Amber what I thought he was doooooonnne [I guess] I was wrong,” highlighting the surprise and delight at the possibility of his return.
Joining Max and Val in season 23 are a stellar lineup of returning professional dancers, including Witney Carson, Sharna Burgess, Artem Chigvintsev, Lindsay Arnold, Sasha Farber, Allison Holker, and Gleb Savchenko. The lineup was revealed earlier in the week on GMA, further building anticipation for the new season. Adding to the star power, it has also been confirmed that Olympian Ryan Lochte will be joining the celebrity contestants this season.
Mark your calendars, Dancing with the Stars enthusiasts! Season 23, featuring the highly anticipated return of Max from Dancing with the Stars and the sibling rivalry between the Chmerkovskiy brothers, is scheduled to premiere on September 12 on ABC. Get ready for another season of dazzling dances, fierce competition, and unforgettable moments.
