Val Chmerkovskiy Supports Brother Maks Amidst Controversy On Dancing With The Stars

Dancing With the Stars pro Val Chmerkovskiy has voiced his support for his brother Maks Chmerkovskiy’s criticism of Anna Delvey, emphasizing the importance of having different perspectives in the world. During an interview, Val stated, “I think you need a Maks in this world, and you need a Val in this world. Sometimes I appreciate Maks just standing on business and always saying how it is.” This sentiment comes in the wake of Delvey's controversial appearance on the show, where she faced backlash for her performance and attitude.

In the latest season of Dancing With the Stars, 33-year-old Anna Delvey was the first contestant to be eliminated. Partnered with Ezra Sosa, she performed the Cha Cha to Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso,” dressed in vibrant blue and pink rhinestones. Unfortunately, the judges did not find her performance impressive, resulting in a disappointing score of 18 out of 30, which ultimately led to her exit from the competition.

When asked about her experience on the show, Anna's response surprised many. She casually remarked, “Nothing,” displaying a nonchalant attitude that stirred criticism among viewers and fellow dancers. Maks Chmerkovskiy, 44, did not hold back in expressing his disapproval of Anna’s casting on the show. In a recent appearance on “The TMZ Podcast,” he called her a “professional liar” and made it clear that he was “absolutely not” a fan of her presence on the show.

Name	Age	Show Role	Performance Score
Anna Delvey	33	Contestant	18/30
Maks Chmerkovskiy	44	Pro Dancer	N/A
Val Chmerkovskiy	38	Pro Dancer	N/A

Maks elaborated on his feelings about the situation, questioning why someone like Anna, who has deceived many, would be given such a platform. He stated, “You’re gonna bring that person on stage and say, ‘Here’s a platform that a lot of people waited their entire actual career to be a part of,’ to also get a moment of a personal story.” Maks was skeptical about Anna's authenticity, emphasizing that he couldn't believe anything she said.

Maks didn't shy away from critiquing Anna's dance skills either, admitting, “She wasn’t great.” He dismissed the idea that nerves could be an excuse for her performance, pointing out her history of deception. He concluded that it takes significant self-control to present oneself confidently, even in anxious situations, and he didn't buy the narrative that Anna was simply nervous.

In a quick rebuttal, Anna took to Instagram to respond to Maks’ comments, sharing a screenshot of a TMZ article referring to her dance moves and sarcastically questioning Maks' status, asking, “Who’s this Maksim person? Is he poor?” This exchange highlights the tension between the two, leaving fans wondering about the dynamics at play.

As the dust settles, it is clear that while Maks and Anna may not see eye to eye, the drama surrounding their interactions adds another layer to this season of Dancing With the Stars. Viewers are left speculating about the future of the competition and the ongoing rivalry between the contestants and pros.