Overview
- Chmerkovskiy issued a video apology on Oct. 30, telling Ravnik he was sorry for hurting his feelings and asking to meet for coffee to "bury the hatchet."
- He said his earlier remarks were intended as technical commentary rather than personal, acknowledged past mistakes and temper issues on DWTS, and urged fans not to attack others.
- During the Oct. 28 Halloween Night broadcast, judge Derek Hough told Ravnik he was having a "fantastic first season" after a routine with partner Jen Affleck.
- Ravnik said on the DWTS Official Podcast that production and fellow pros made him feel supported, noting that social‑media criticism added pressure throughout the season.
- Val Chmerkovskiy called his brother’s comments hurtful while praising Ravnik’s work, and Jenna Johnson voiced support for Ravnik; there has been no widely reported response from Ravnik to the apology.