Artem Chigvintsev's DWTS Appearance Amid Divorce

Artem Chigvintsev made a public appearance at the 500th episode of 'Dancing with the Stars' on November 12, seated alongside fellow pros Peta Murgatroyd and Maksim Chmerkovskiy, despite recent personal and legal challenges. In August, Chigvintsev was arrested in Napa Valley on charges of corporal injury to his spouse, Nikki Garcia, but the district attorney chose not to press charges. Following the arrest, Garcia filed for divorce, with both parties seeking different custody arrangements for their son. Chigvintsev claims the incident led to significant financial loss, as he was removed from opportunities within the dance community. Despite his legal troubles, he appeared in good spirits during the event, enjoying the show with his colleagues. His appearance is notable as he was not part of the current season's roster, reportedly due to issues predating his arrest.