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Maksim Chmerkovskiy Apologizes to DWTS Pro Jan Ravnik

11/2/2025

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Maksim Chmerkovskiy apologized to Jan Ravnik for criticizing Ravnik's DWTS pro role.
He had previously claimed Ravnik lacked ballroom experience and teaching skills.
In an Instagram video, Maksim Chmerkovskiy expressed regret, invited Ravnik to meet, and was supported by Louis van Amstel who said Ravnik lacks experience but has dancing ability.
Jan Ravnik responded that negativity is not the way to stay relevant.
Eight contestants remain in the competition.

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Maksim Chmerkovskiy apologized to Jan Ravnik for criticizing Ravnik's DWTS pro role.
He had previously claimed Ravnik lacked ballroom experience and teaching skills.
In an Instagram video, Maksim Chmerkovskiy expressed regret, invited Ravnik to meet, and was supported by Louis van Amstel who said Ravnik lacks experience but has dancing ability.
Jan Ravnik responded that negativity is not the way to stay relevant.
Eight contestants remain in the competition.