Alfonso Ribeiro Injures Ankle During Dancing Routine for "Dancing with the Stars" Holiday Special
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**Alfonso Ribeiro Suffers Ankle Injury During Dancing With The Stars Holiday Special**
Alfonso Ribeiro, the co-host of "Dancing with the Stars," sustained an ankle injury while filming a dance routine for the show's upcoming holiday special. The incident occurred at Walt Disney World in Florida, where the special is being recorded. Ribeiro, widely known for his role in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," was reportedly dancing when he misstepped onto a trolley rail, causing him to roll his right ankle.
Witnesses describe the scene as painful for Ribeiro, who leaned on fellow host Julianne Hough and a crew member for support, preventing him from putting weight on his injured foot. Ribeiro was later provided with a chair and then a wheelchair. The injury's severity caused him enough discomfort that he vomited into a nearby trashcan.
According to an update from TMZ, Ribeiro's ankle injury is considered minor, and he faces no further lasting issues. Despite the injury, he is expected to return to filming the holiday special, though it's uncertain if he will be dancing. Ribeiro is also slated to participate in the milestone 500th episode of "Dancing with the Stars" on Tuesday, November 12. While his role may be limited due to the injury, his presence is anticipated for this significant episode.
As the show approaches its Season 33 finale, the competition remains fierce. Dancers Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson have maintained a three-week winning streak. In recent developments, Danny Amendola and Witney Carson have shared top honors, while early frontrunners Brandon Armstrong and Chandler Kinney dominated the initial weeks of the competition.
Fans await the landmark 500th episode of "Dancing with the Stars," airing on ABC and available for streaming on Disney+. Despite the setback, Ribeiro's quick recovery and continued participation ensure that the show remains on track for an exciting conclusion to its current season.