Let’s all breathe a collective sigh of relief. Phew! Maksim Chmerkovskiy doesn’t have any plans to quit “Dancing with the Stars.

Maksim Chmerkovskiy told People magazine, “I am not quitting the show.” His previous comments about wanting to leave “Dancing with the Stars” were made
“at a time when I was very stressed out. Sure, there’s lucrative offers. There are things that I really want to do with my life other than this show—that’s a given. After coming down from two seasons back to back, ten weeks each season—it takes its toll.”

“This show is amazing and it’s rewarding. After last season I thought there’s no way I could top off the experience with Laila (Ali) and then I get Mel B. (Spice Girl) as a partner this season. I want people—especially my fans—to know that I appreciate their support. I am not turning my back on the show. I don’t want people to feel betrayed. I love this show.”