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Val Chmerkovskiy Reveals BPPV Diagnosis After Hospitalization
The Dancing With the Stars pro was sidelined from the tour due to vertigo.
Mar. 4, 2026 at 5:45pm
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Val Chmerkovskiy, a professional dancer on Dancing With the Stars, revealed that he was diagnosed with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) after being hospitalized while on tour. Chmerkovskiy posted videos from the hospital explaining that he had been experiencing severe vertigo, but that tests showed no serious underlying condition like a brain tumor.
Why it matters
Chmerkovskiy's hospitalization and diagnosis with BPPV, a common cause of vertigo, highlights the health challenges that professional dancers can face while on demanding performance tours. His transparency in sharing his experience with fans also demonstrates the importance of open communication around health issues, especially for public figures.
The details
In his social media posts, Chmerkovskiy said he had been experiencing severe vertigo for a couple of days while on the Dancing With the Stars tour, causing him to wake up unable to get himself together. He was evaluated by a doctor in Peoria, Illinois, who diagnosed him with BPPV, a condition that causes brief periods of mild to intense dizziness. Chmerkovskiy said he was relieved the issue was not more serious, like a brain tumor, and that he expected to be able to return to performing after a day of rest.
- On March 3, 2026, Chmerkovskiy posted videos from the hospital in Peoria, Illinois.
- Chmerkovskiy said he expected to return to the Dancing With the Stars tour on March 5, 2026.
The players
Val Chmerkovskiy
A professional dancer who has appeared on the TV show Dancing With the Stars.
Claire
The physical therapist for the Dancing With the Stars tour.
What they’re saying
“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.”
— Val Chmerkovskiy
“I'm still a little fuzzy here and there, but good enough to perform. And I'll see you all tonight.”
— Val Chmerkovskiy
What’s next
Chmerkovskiy expects to return to the Dancing With the Stars tour on March 5, 2026 after a day of rest.
The takeaway
Chmerkovskiy's experience highlights the health challenges that professional dancers can face while on demanding performance tours, and the importance of open communication around health issues, especially for public figures.
