Stephen Nedoroscik spills rugby star Ilona Maher’s message for his special ‘Dancing with the Stars’ cameo

Stephen Nedoroscik is ready to make a sparkling return to the dance floor. The double Olympic medalist gymnast recently revealed that he will make a special appearance in the 34th season of the popular reality show Dancing with the Stars.

The 27-year-old shared a screenshot of his chat with rugby star Ilona Maher, who encouraged him to join the show again. Later, Nedoroscik also posted a selfie from Los Angeles, confirming his arrival in the city for the special episode.Last season, both Stephen Nedoroscik and Ilona Maher had impressed fans and judges with their performances. The two Olympians made it all the way to the grand finale of Season 33. While Maher finished as the runner-up with her partner Alan Bersten, Nedoroscik and his dance partner Rylee Arnold came in fourth place after a fan-favorite performance in the finale.

Ilona Maher encourages Stephen Nedoroscik to make a comeback on USA’s biggest celebrity dance show, Dancing With the Stars

Stephen Nedoroscik shared the exclusive details of his conversation with Ilona Maher on his Instagram stories. During their chat, the rugby star texted him, “Can you come this week to DWTS?” To which Nedoroscik replied, “My doctor cleared me to, but I haven’t got a flight yet [I can be easily convinced]”. Later, Maher enthusiastically responded, “Do it!”The gymnast’s return to Dancing with the Stars has thrilled his fans who followed his journey last season.

Notably, Nedoroscik became one of the most popular contestants in the season thanks to his charm and dance chemistry with Rylee Arnold.Recently, on Instagram he also reflected on how fans have supported him since his Olympic success. During the DWTS Tour Live, a fan on his Instagram post wrote, “Stephen, you have single-handedly expanded the interest in men’s gymnastics and have a whole lot of new fans!”An emotional Nedoroscik replied to the fan's heartfelt comment.

He wrote, “That’s so sweet!! I can’t wait for my comeback”. Earlier this year, Nedoroscik underwent hip surgery after a tough outing at the US Gymnastics Championships. He humorously shared updates from the hospital, writing, “You get special air if you have asthma.”After the operation, he posted another update, saying, “Great successful Ouch Ouch Ouch.”Now fully recovered, Nedoroscik will be focused on returning to his top international form while eyeing the upcoming Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. Also Read: Fans go berserk as gymnast Jordan Chiles steals the show with electrifying halftime performance at UCLA’s men’s basketball game