I'll never change my name

An Immigrant's American Dream from Ukraine to the USA to Dancing with the Stars
Book • 2018
In this memoir, Valentin Chmerkovskiy shares his journey from his early childhood in Odessa, Ukraine, to growing up as an immigrant in the United States and eventually becoming a renowned ballroom dancer on Dancing with the Stars.

The book delves into his struggles and successes, including his experiences learning English, his tight-knit family's immigration, and his collaborations and competitions with his brother Maksim 'Maks' Chmerkovskiy.

It also highlights his gratitude for the opportunities America has provided and his enduring commitment to his family and his craft.

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