Overview
- Arnold confirmed via Instagram that she will skip the next Dancing With the Stars Live tour after the lineup was announced following this week's broadcast.
- She cited the difficulty of managing Type 1 diabetes on the road and called the choice a hard decision after two prior tours she described as unforgettable.
- The 2026 tour begins in January and features pros including Emma Slater, Val Chmerkovskiy, Britt Stewart, Alan Bersten, Jenna Johnson, Brandon Armstrong, Daniella Karagach, Pasha Pashkov, Ezra Sosa, and troupe member Hailey Bills.
- Arnold continues competing this season with partner Scott Hoying and says she steadies her glucose with a Dexcom monitor and high-protein, low‑carb show‑day meals.
- She previously left a tour early due to an ankle injury and has described a past low‑blood‑sugar episode during a routine with Stephen Nedoroscik, drawing supportive messages from fans for prioritizing her health.