The tensions backstage at Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) have reached a fever pitch, culminating in an alleged ultimatum that could completely sink the show. Sources confirm that reigning Mirrorball champion and fan-favorite pro, Daniella Karagach, is prepared to WALK OUT of the competition if the judges and producers continue their perceived “malicious attacks” against her husband and fellow pro, Pasha Pashkov.
While Daniella is currently tearing up the dance floor with her celebrity partner, Dylan Efron, the escalating criticism and potential firing threats aimed at Pasha have pushed her past her breaking point.
The threat stems from mounting internal and external criticism aimed at Pasha Pashkov, who was recently eliminated with his partner, Danielle Fishel. Insiders suggest that some judges—most notably Carrie Ann Inaba, who publicly stated Pasha’s routines felt “repetitive”—and certain producers are openly questioning his value to the show, raising the possibility of dropping him from the pro lineup next season.
An anonymous source close to the cast told a major outlet: “Producers are questioning if Pasha has what it takes to continue being a pro after a few setbacks this season. Daniella is absolutely livid. She views the comments as maliciously targeting him and actively trying to remove him from the show, regardless of his skill.”
Pasha himself voiced his frustration after his elimination, calling Carrie Ann Inaba’s comments “unfair,” as they were leveled after he delivered two drastically different dances (Quickstep and Jive) in the same week.
Daniella, who is fiercely protective of her husband, has reportedly delivered a firm, non-negotiable ultimatum to the show’s top brass.
The source continued, revealing the depth of the threat: “She will stick up for him and fight for him harder than anything, so she’s not happy with some of the comments production and the judges have made on camera and off camera. She’s warned them that if he gets fired, she will walk too. And they cannot afford to lose her.”
Losing Daniella—one of the show’s most successful and skilled pros, currently paired with a frontrunner—would be a catastrophic blow to DWTS, especially as it heads toward the semifinals.
The severity of Daniella’s threat forced the network into damage control. Just this week, both Daniella and a show representative released official statements in an attempt to quash the “quit” rumors and cover up the real threat of the ultimatum.
Daniella posted a now-expired statement on Instagram claiming she “loves DWTS and couldn’t be happier.” Simultaneously, a show rep told a publication: “The rumors reported by The Sun and other outlets about Daniella are entirely false. We want to be clear that there is no truth to these claims.”
However, insiders insist these carefully worded denials were issued only to mitigate the crisis and assure producers that Daniella would fulfill her contract this season, leaving the threat about Pasha’s future spot—and her resulting walk-out—hanging ominously over the network.
He’s here!
Fans first met Krystal Nielson on Season 22 of “The Bachelor,” and she went on to appear on Season 5 of “Bachelor in Paradise.”
Since her time on the Bachelor Nation shows, she has found love off-screen with her husband Miles Bowles. The two welcomed their daughter Andara Rose in 2021.
In 2023, Krystal revealed she was diagnosed with perimenopause while trying to conceive their second child and has been keeping followers updated with their fertility journey online.
Earlier this year, the couple announced that they were expecting their second child — a baby boy. And now, Krystal and Miles’ baby has finally arrived!
In a new post online
, Miles shared, “Welcoming our little warrior, Rowan Vincent Bowles. His entrance into the world was dramatic and filled with unexpected complications, but by nothing short of miracles, both mom and baby are here and safe.”
Miles continued, expressing his gratitude for the medical staff and the next steps for their family.
He said, “We still have a recovery road ahead, but we are overwhelmed with gratitude — for the heroic doctors, nurses, and medical teams who fought for them, and for every single prayer and message of love from our family and friends.”
Miles ended his post by saying, “Praying that Krystal and Rowan will both be home safe and sound soon. Thank you for holding us close in your hearts. ”
It seems that Krystal and baby Rowan are still in the hospital healing, as Miles posted photos of the three of them in the NICU.
Loved ones and fellow Bachelor Nation stars filled the comments with their love, congratulations, and prayers for a speedy recovery.
We are so glad that Krystal and baby Rowan are okay, and we’re sending all our love to their family.
We hope recovery continues to go well, and congratulations to Krystal, Miles, and their entire family on their beautiful new addition!