Sasha Farber has explained why he won't be competing as a pro partner on Dancing with the Stars' upcoming 34th season.
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Sasha explained to People of Dancing with the Stars' casting for the new season, "It's not uncommon for pros to rotate seasons."
The pro dancer and choreographer also recently addressed his absence via Instagram Stories.
While walking on a trail, Sasha reportedly told his followers, "It is a beautiful day today. Guys, the Dancing with the Stars cast announcement was [on September 3]. Wow, so many good names. Who are you going to vote for?"
Sasha continued, "I mean, I know who I'm going to vote for. I know who you're not going to vote for -- That's me."
Sasha assured fans it's "okay" that he won't be vying for the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy this fall, and he thanked them for all of their "incredible messages" on social media.
"I read them all. I see it all. I adore you," Sasha said.
"I definitely don't deserve you because you guys are amazing. I love you. Thank you so much."
Sasha also teased that Dancing with the Stars viewers can expect "quite a season" to unfold.
"Like, who's going to win? Anyone could win. This is going to be great, and I can't wait to cheer. Love you all," he concluded.
Sasha has competed as a pro partner on 12 seasons of Dancing with the Stars.
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During his off seasons, he often appeared on Dancing with the Stars as a member of the troupe.
Sasha joined Dancing with the Stars as a troupe member for Season 13. His first season as a pro partner was Season 17 with Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi.
After placing eighth with Snooki, Sasha went on to compete on Seasons 22, 23, and 24. The highest he placed at this point in his career was fourth with Simone Biles.
Following a break for Season 26, Sasha competed on Dancing with the Stars' Seasons 26 through 33.
Sasha has never won a season, but he finished in third place with Tonya Harding on Season 26 and also with Ally Brooke on Season 28. He also landed in fourth place with Justina Machado on Season 29.
Last year, Sasha and The Bachelorette alum Jenn Tran finished the competition in seventh place. The pair sparked dating rumors before and after the season, but Sasha appears to currently be single.
Sasha married fellow Dancing with the Stars pro Emma Slater in 2018 but they divorced in 2024.
Emma will be partnered with comedian Andy Richter for Dancing with the Stars' upcoming season. Click here to discover the rest of the celebrity and professional pairings for Season 34.
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Dancing with the Stars will be hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough.
Derek Hough, Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli will serve as the judges.
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