Some Dancing with the Stars fans are crossing their fingers that beloved pro Artem Chigvintsev will make his way back to the ballroom when Season 34 premieres later this year. Speculation about Artem’s possible return ramped up this week after fellow pros Gleb Savchenko and Sasha Farber posted a TikTok video featuring none other than Artem himself—front and center, dancing and grinning alongside his longtime friends and co-stars. Could this playful dance clip be a subtle hint that Artem is ready to lace up his ballroom shoes once again?

Artem Chigvintsev on Dancing With the Stars 2023

The video, which Savchenko uploaded without any caption beyond tagging Chigvintsev and Farber, shows the three professional dancers performing a short but lively routine together. Their camaraderie is obvious as they laugh and move in sync, instantly igniting excitement among fans who miss seeing Artem on the show.

Within minutes, the comment section filled up with hopeful messages from viewers eager to see Artem reclaim his spot on the dance floor. One enthusiastic fan wrote, “We need Artem back on DWTS!!” while another chimed in with, “I KNEW Artem would dance again!! This makes my whole day!”

Pro dancer Daniella Karagach, a current fan favorite on DWTS, also joined the chorus of support by commenting, “Let’s gooooooooooo.” Her playful excitement added fuel to the growing rumors that Artem might indeed be planning a return for the upcoming season.

Of course, not everyone in the comments was entirely supportive. A handful of fans brought up Artem’s past relationship drama with his ex-wife, Nikki Garcia, suggesting that the show might be better off without him. Still, these comments were far outnumbered by the outpouring of love and encouragement from fans who clearly miss Artem’s suave presence and signature dance style.

Artem has been a staple of the Dancing with the Stars family for years, winning hearts—and the coveted Mirrorball Trophy—thanks to his smooth technique, creative choreography, and charming personality. Although he has stepped back from the spotlight in recent seasons, this unexpected TikTok appearance has reignited fans’ hopes that Season 34 will mark his long-awaited comeback.

For now, ABC has yet to confirm the full pro lineup for the new season, but if fan wishes count for anything, Artem’s name will be right there when the cast is announced later this year. Until then, viewers will keep dissecting every TikTok and Instagram post for clues—because in the world of Dancing with the Stars, even a quick dance video can send the fandom into a spin!