Dancing With The Stars season 31 professional dancer Sasha Farber unexpectedly had to say goodbye to his partner Selma Blair, who exited the competition due to health concerns related to multiple sclerosis, and he thanked her for helping him through "the darkest year" of his life. Sasha was an incredible teacher to Selma, working at her pace while also gently pushing her to achieve everything she could in the competition. As their moving journey came to an end, Sasha said it had been a very hard year for him because he lost a very close family member. However, he shared that Selma inspired him again, and he owes her everything. Sasha's younger cousin, Andrew Farber, with whom he was very close, passed away earlier this year.
In an Instagram post after their DWTS exit, Sasha wrote a message to Selma, saying, "I don’t even know where to start, this has been the darkest year of my life, and I stared to finally see the joy and light, the first day I got to hold your hand and teach you your first steps." The DWTS pro went on to say that Selma has taught him so much about himself and the things that really matter in life. He added, "You have inspired me and the whole world. This journey has been one for the record books, there was not one day that you didn’t give it your all, you showed so much dedication and determination." Sasha concluded the post by saying, "I am for ever grateful for you and I will always have your back, you are a shining star and my champion."
Selma Blair Responded To Sasha Farber's Post
In the comments section of Sasha's post, Selma responded with similar words of praise. She explained what Sasha taught her about finding a supportive partner in life through DWTS, saying, "My heart swells. You know how much. You have shown me a true partner and nothing less will be accepted in my life from now on. What you have shown me and people who think they can’t find partners in life, in so many ways…. You have been that." Selma concluded her comment with, "Always my friend, you sexy punk. This journey has been amazing. I miss rehearsal already." Sasha and Selma's DWTS partnership was one of the greatest that the show has ever seen.
Selma and Sasha seemed to have a wonderful partnership throughout their time on DWTS season 31, but the extent of their bond truly became evident after Selma announced that she had to leave the competition. Although all the DWTS professional dancers bring out the best in their partners, Sasha had to overcome extra challenges because of Selma's chronic illness. He was able to keep her in the competition for five weeks by working with her to achieve her full potential. Sasha was an integral part of Selma's incredible DWTS journey, and the perfect partner for her.
Hopefully, Selma will heal in time for the DWTS finale. Although she will always have MS, she said that she will be okay after these injuries, so she and Sasha might be able to return to perform one final dance on that night. Selma's story took center stage on DWTS season 31, but no one knew that Sasha was going through his own journey of healing as well, through which Selma helped him. They lifted each other up through difficult times. Selma and Sasha's friendship transcends DWTS, and is a shining example of how the human spirit can soar when people support each other.
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