DWTS Pro Val Chmerkovskiy Hospitalized with Vertigo, Former Host Tom Bergeron Shares Similar Experience

Chmerkovskiy gave fans an update on his condition and return to tour performances.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Dancing With the Stars pro Val Chmerkovskiy was hospitalized with vertigo while traveling for the show's live tour. Former DWTS host Tom Bergeron publicly supported Chmerkovskiy, sharing his own past experience with vertigo. Chmerkovskiy later gave fans a positive health update and shared his return to tour performances.

Why it matters

Vertigo is a common but debilitating condition that can impact performers and athletes. Chmerkovskiy's hospitalization highlights the health challenges dancers and entertainers can face while on tour, and Bergeron's public support shows the tight-knit community within the DWTS family.

The details

Chmerkovskiy revealed he was hospitalized after experiencing vertigo, a condition that causes a sudden spinning sensation. He said he had been dealing with the issue for a couple of days and had to get tests done. Former DWTS host Tom Bergeron, who also experienced vertigo in the past, commented on Chmerkovskiy's post to wish him a speedy recovery. Chmerkovskiy later gave a positive update, saying he had BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo), which is a common inner ear disorder that can cause vertigo but is not a serious problem. He said he was feeling better and would be performing in that night's tour show.

  • On March 1, 2026, Chmerkovskiy revealed he was hospitalized with vertigo.
  • On March 3, 2026, Chmerkovskiy gave a positive health update and said he would be performing that night.

The players

Val Chmerkovskiy

A professional dancer who has competed on Dancing With the Stars since 2011, winning the mirrorball trophy three times.

Tom Bergeron

The former longtime host of Dancing With the Stars, who served as the show's main host from its premiere in 2005 until he was let go over creative decisions in 2020.

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What they’re saying

“Feel better soon, buddy. I had Vertigo once. It. Sucks (as you've unfortunately discovered).”

— Tom Bergeron, Former DWTS Host (Instagram)

“What up, my beautiful people? So, I got BPPV, which isn't too bad, thank God. There's no tumor in my brain, God forbid. And thankfully, it's not related to my neck injury. I'm still a little fuzzy here and there, but good enough to perform. And I'll see you all tonight.”

— Val Chmerkovskiy, DWTS Pro (Instagram)

What’s next

Chmerkovskiy is expected to continue performing on the DWTS live tour as he recovers from his vertigo episode.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the physical toll that dancing and performing can take on the bodies of DWTS pros, and the importance of prioritizing their health and well-being, even in the midst of a demanding live tour schedule.