Stephen Nedoroscik’s whirlwind journey from the Olympic stage to the dance floor has been nothing short of spectacular. Fresh off his bronze medal triumph in Paris, the 26-year-old embraced a new challenge—competing in season 33 of Dancing with the Stars. His electrifying performances made him a fan favorite but his recent tour was halted as the star narrowly missed his flight. 

While his freestyle routine set to Coldplay’s Viva La Vida landed him a fourth-place finish. But the adventure didn’t stop there. Riding on his newfound popularity, Nedoroscik was chosen as the co-host for the Dancing with the Stars: Live! 2025 tour, a massive 81-show spectacle spanning the U.S. and Canada! The tour, which kicked off on January 7, features an all-star lineup of professional dancers, including Alan Bersten, Emma Slater, Daniella Karagach, and Gleb Savchenko.

Emmy-winning choreographer Mandy Moore has infused the performances with fresh, dynamic routines, bringing viral moments from season 33 to the live stage. The Pommel Horse Guy, known for his charisma and quick wit, has embraced his hosting duties with grace. Moreover, the gymnasts are also making surprise appearances in a few dance numbers.

Nedoroscik found himself stranded at the airport after missing a key flight. On Monday morning, the gymnast shared his travel ordeal with fans via an Instagram story, revealing that despite a frantic sprint through one of the world’s longest concourses, he failed to make his flight.

“Just speed walked the second longest concourse in the world! 🥳 (Shins – destroyed, flight – missed),” he wrote on one of his recent Instagram stories of February 17. He even paired the caption with a selfie of himself smiling wide despite the long walk going in vain. The post quickly gained traction, with fans sympathizing with his struggle while also marveling at the sheer irony.

An elite athlete who has mastered endurance in competition yet couldn’t outrun an airport deadline. The moment was a brief hiccup in what had otherwise been a thrilling experience for Nedoroscik. The gymnast has embraced his role on tour, engaging with fans and sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of life on the road.

He’s also taken part in select performances, occasionally joining his DWTS partner Rylee Arnold on stage for nostalgic callbacks to their time on the show. However, amid the love that fans have been showering for the live shows of the DWTS tour, a few recent setbacks left fans disheartened.

Stephen Nedoroscik’s DWTS tour faced setbacks, leaving fans disheartened 

Just when fans thought the DWTS Live Tour was back on track, another unexpected roadblock forced yet another show postponement. For the second time in recent weeks, the tour has had to cancel a performance due to unforeseen circumstances, leaving ticket holders frustrated and disappointed.

The announcement assured ticket holders that new details would be shared through official channels once available. Nedoroscik, who has been actively engaging with fans throughout the tour, reshared the update on his Instagram story, expressing his concern for everyone’s safety.

The setback comes not long after another cancellation in early January when a water crisis in Richmond, Virginia, disrupted plans. That time, a citywide water treatment failure left thousands without running water, forcing organizers to cancel the show at the Altria Theater. “The issues related to the city of Richmond’s water supply are not yet resolved, and we cannot safely have our show tonight,” read the official statement.

For Nedoroscik, the tour has been a rollercoaster ride—from stepping into his new role as DWTS co-host to navigating the unpredictability of live performances. With fans eagerly anticipating the extended tour, the repeated disruptions have only heightened their emotions. But the DWTS team is not eager to keep their fans waiting for long. They are making sure that the show must go on despite all hurdles.

Despite all the postponements and the travel mishap, Nedoroscik remains in high spirits, continuing to entertain audiences with his signature humor and enthusiasm. With months of performances still ahead, his presence as co-host has solidified him as more than just the “Pommel Horse Guy.” Whether on the competition floor, the dance stage, or sprinting through an airport terminal, Stephen Nedoroscik knows how to keep fans watching!