Dancing with the Stars Professionals Discuss Inappropriate Comments from Celebrity Partners on Podcast
Professional dancers from Dancing with the Stars shared experiences of receiving inappropriate comments from celebrity partners during rehearsals. The discussion occurred on the podcast The Penthouse with Peta. The dancers described specific remarks and their reactions to such encounters.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProfessional dancers Artem Chigvintsev, Sharna Burgess, and Peta Murgatroyd appeared on the Monday episode of the podcast The Penthouse with Peta. They discussed experiences with inappropriate comments from celebrity dance partners on the reality television show Dancing with the Stars. The conversation focused on remarks made during rehearsals and performances.
" He questioned how to respond to such a statement. Murgatroyd responded humorously, while Burgess expressed second-hand embarrassment and discomfort. '" — Artem Chigvintsev (The Penthouse with Peta) Murgatroyd shared an incident involving a male partner before a fox-trot routine.
" Burgess described receiving a text message from a partner during rehearsals. The message stated that the partner was in the bathroom, felt horny, and needed help.
Dancers' Involvement The dancers emphasized that such comments occur frequently in their work.
They noted the need to brush off awkward encounters to maintain professionalism. This approach allows them to continue rehearsals and performances without disruption. Chigvintsev participated in Dancing with the Stars from Season 18 in 2014 to Season 32 in 2023.
He was previously married to professional wrestler Nikki Bella. Burgess joined as a professional from Season 16 in 2011 to Season 30 in 2021 and is engaged to actor Brian Austin Green. Murgatroyd appeared on the show from Season 13 in 2011 to Season 32 in 2024.
She is married to fellow dancer Maksim Chmerkovskiy. The trio did not identify the celebrities who made the comments, and the incidents occurred several years ago.
with the Stars pairs professional dancers with celebrities for competitive routines.
Rehearsals involve close physical contact, which can lead to various interactions. The podcast episode highlighted how professionals handle uncomfortable situations to ensure the show's production continues smoothly. These experiences reflect broader challenges in the entertainment industry, where maintaining boundaries is essential.
The dancers' discussion provides insight into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of reality television. No further actions or responses from the celebrities were mentioned.
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The dancers' lighthearted podcast anecdotes highlight playful banter and resilience in handling celebrity flirtations during intense rehearsals.
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