Sasha Farber, Peta Murgatroyd Exit Dancing With Stars Season 34, Val Chmerkovskiy Reacts

Dancing With the Stars has announced its Season 34 professional dancer lineup without fan-favorite Sasha Farber, who has been absent alongside other notable pros like Peta Murgatroyd and Lindsay Arnold. Val Chmerkovskiy, a returning pro and three-time Mirrorball champion, addressed Farber's departure by emphasizing that such changes are "the nature of this business," even though he acknowledged it can feel personal for those invested in the show. Farber responded to his exclusion with grace, thanking fans on social media for their support and encouraging them to enjoy and vote for the season's competitors. Chmerkovskiy also highlighted that while breakups happen, the show must go on as it approaches its 20th anniversary season. Despite the disappointment among fans, the new season will feature Chmerkovskiy partnered with social media influencer Alix Earle. The professional dancers' roster changes reflect the dynamic and sometimes unpredictable nature of casting for the long-running competition series.