Artem Chigvintsev Faces Career Fallout after Arrest

Artem Chigvintsev, a professional dancer known for 'Dancing With the Stars,' claims he lost $100,000 in earnings following his arrest for domestic violence, which he attributes to false allegations by his estranged wife, Nikki Garcia. The arrest occurred on August 29, 2024, in Yountville, California, but prosecutors decided not to file charges due to insufficient evidence. Chigvintsev asserts Garcia's accusations have severely impacted his career, resulting in lost dance gigs and social media promotion revenue. In court documents, he seeks compensation from Garcia for lost earnings, rent, and legal fees, while countering her claims by alleging she has anger issues and was the actual aggressor. Garcia, a former WWE wrestler, filed for divorce in September 2024 citing irreconcilable differences, and sought custody of their son, Matteo. The couple has been granted temporary restraining orders against each other, with the case set to return to court in December.