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Haim Perstein and Anna Aronov Reveal Friendship Rift After His Early Exit From Dancing With the Stars
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First reported by Mako · Jun 17, 2026
What happened
Haim Perstein said Anna Aronov’s decision to eliminate him from Dancing With the Stars caused a two-month rift in their friendship. The pair discussed the fallout in an interview and said they have since come to understand the judge’s professional role.
- 01Perstein and Aronov discussed a friendship crisis caused by his elimination from Dancing With the Stars.
- 02He said he stopped speaking to her for two months and ignored her calls.
- 03The dispute began when Aronov helped eliminate him in season three with partner Yana Yossef.
- 04Perstein now says judges must act professionally, even with friends.
- 05He is now a judge on the show alongside Aronov on Keshet 12.
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