Bio
Maksim Chmerkovskiy is a professional Latin dancing champion. And not too hard on the eyes.
Chmerkovskiy was born in the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic of the former USSR. He began dancing when he was just four years old. In his native country, Maksim was one of the leading junior couples in ballroom dancing; his family immigrated to the United States in 1994.
Chmerkovskiy's best showing on Dancing with the Stars was when he finished second - with partner Melanie Brown - on season five. He teamed with Misty May-Treanor on season seven of the show and Denise Richards on season eight.
On New Year's Eve 2008, this dancer got engaged to Karina Smirnoff.
News
Coming Soon: Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff Reality Show, Divorce
Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff are to star on a reality show. And, soon after, they will clearly get a divorce.
Maksim Chmerkovskiy Will Continue to Dance with the Stars
Maksim Chmerkovskiy has no plans on leaving Dancing with the Stars any time soon. Rejoice away, ladies!
Maksim Chmerkovskiy Actually Likes Denise Richards
Maksim Chmerkovskiy as nothing but kinds things to say about Denise Richards. That defies out comprehension.
January 5th, 2009 7:05 PM
I am so excited for you and Karina. Even when she was with Mario I was saying, "She should be with Maks." This makes me happy.