Artem Chigvintsev, a longtime professional dancer on “Dancing with the Stars,” was arrested on Thursday morning in Napa County, California, on a charge of corporal injury to a spouse, according to PEOPLE Magazine. The 42-year-old dancer was booked into the Napa County Jail and released a few hours later after posting $25,000 bail.
The circumstances leading to Chigvintsev’s arrest remain unclear, as authorities have not released further details. Chigvintsev has been married to WWE star Nikki Garcia since 2022. The couple recently celebrated their anniversary on August 27, sharing heartfelt posts on Instagram that highlighted their love story.
The arrest has shocked fans of the popular dance competition show, where Chigvintsev has been a fixture for years. The case is expected to draw further attention as more information becomes available.
