Dancing with the Stars Pro Artem Chigvintsev Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges
The professional dancer, known for his appearances on the popular reality television show “Dancing with the Stars,” has found himself embroiled in a serious legal matter. Artem Chigvintsev was arrested on Thursday morning on suspicion of domestic violence, sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry.
The Arrest and Charges
According to Napa County jail records, Chigvintsev was booked into the jail at 10:40 AM PT on charges of domestic violence. The specific charge was California Penal Code 273.5(a), which defines domestic violence as inflicting corporal injury resulting in a traumatic condition upon a current or former spouse, cohabitant, fiancé or fiancée, or fellow parent.
Following his arrest, Chigvintsev was released on bail of $25,000. Law enforcement officials have not disclosed any further details about the incident or the alleged victim.
Personal Life and Relationship with Nikki Garcia
Artem Chigvintsev has been married to former WWE star Nikki Bella since 2022. The couple shares a young son together. Their relationship began while they were paired on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2019.
It is unclear at this time whether Nikki Garcia was involved in the incident that led to Chigvintsev’s arrest.
Dancing with the Stars and Career
Chigvintsev has been a prominent figure on “Dancing with the Stars” for many years. He has competed on 12 seasons of the show, including last season where he finished in fourth place with Charity Lawson. In 2020, he won the 29th season of the show with Kaitlyn Bristowe.
Prior to his involvement in “Dancing with the Stars,” Chigvintsev was a star on “Strictly Come Dancing,” the U.K. version of the popular dance competition series.
The Future of Chigvintsev’s Career
In light of the arrest, it has been confirmed that Artem Chigvintsev will not be returning for the upcoming 33rd season of “Dancing with the Stars.” The show’s producers have made the decision to remove him from the lineup while the legal proceedings unfold.
Statements and Responses
Representatives for Artem Chigvintsev, Nikki Garcia, and the Napa County Sheriff’s Office have not yet released any official statements regarding the incident.
