I’ll Never Change My Name: An Immigrant’s American Dream from Ukraine to the USA to Dancing with the Stars

See the man behind the ballroom dancer as Valentin “Val” Chmerkovskiy takes your hand and asks you to come dance with him on the greatest adventure of his life. From his first steps on the Dancing with the Stars dance floor and all the ones that went before, Val highlights his childhood in Ukraine, his family’s immigration to America, and the stories, choices, pitfalls, and triumphs that made him who he is today.

Authentic, raw, and absolutely endearing, I’ll Never Change My Name, An Immigrant’s American Dream from Ukraine to the USA to Dancing with the Stars is not just an autobiography, it is a leaping off point for Valentin Chmerkovskiy. This is a book written to go beyond the TV persona, allowing readers to see the multifaceted man who is also a boxer, a classical violinist, a writer, a poet, and an immigrant who loves America. Truly inspiring, Val’s open and honest approach is instantly mesmerizing, inadvertently hooking readers with his love, pride, and family honor. Whether you are a fan of the show or have never seen it, this book will leave you inspired to go out and reach for your dreams.