Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 25, 2025 · Entertainment

Corey Feldman Clashes with DWTS Feud Rumors: 'Devastated' at Misconceptions!

The buzz around former teen star Corey Feldman, 54, started before he showed off a single dance move alongside his partner Jenna Johnson, 31

Dancing with Disaster: Corey Feldman Feud Exposed Amid DWTS Drama

The usually tranquil world of Dancing with the Stars has been turned upside down by the arrival of former teen heartthrob Corey Feldman, 54, and his alleged clashes with his partner, pro dancer Jenna Johnson, 31. As the drama unfolds, sources close to the show are spilling the tea on what really went down behind the scenes.

According to insiders, Feldman's reputation as a "difficult" celebrity partner has been doing damage control for weeks. But is it all just a facade? The Goonies star's people have come forward to set the record straight: Corey adores Jenna and had nothing but kind words for her on Instagram after their elimination from the competition.

An insider is exclusively revealing to Daily Mail how Corey truly feels about being labeled 'difficult' following rumors of a feud between him and his DWTS coach

The trouble began when Jenna hinted that Feldman had been absent from rehearsals since the cast reveal on September 3. "Where are your TikToks with Corey?" fans asked, referencing the lack of behind-the-scenes peeks at their partnership. Jenna's response was cryptic: "To be completely honest, I actually haven't seen him since Good Morning America." The silence was deafening.

But what really happened? We spoke to an insider who revealed that Feldman showed up every day and worked hard – even while Charlie Sheen was on his comeback tour! The Gremlins actor's commitment was unwavering, but some pros were allegedly not impressed. "Lazy" celebrity partners have been a thorn in the side of DWTS bosses all season.

Maksim Chmerkovskiy, Jenna's brother-in-law and a former pro on the show, weighed in on the controversy. He downplayed Feldman's age as a factor, instead suggesting that the actor might be struggling to keep up with the demands of the competition. "I think it's a combination [of technique and work ethic]," Maks said.

According to the insider, Corey 'knew the odds were stacked way against him, he’s very grateful' for the experience

But our insider claims Feldman was not just winging it – he had actually studied his choreography and showed promise. "He knew the odds were stacked way against him, but he's very grateful" for the experience, the source revealed.

As the drama unfolded, Jenna took to Instagram to share a heartwarming slideshow of her time with Feldman. The snaps showcased their lighthearted moments in rehearsal – laughter-filled giggles and playful interactions that hinted at an undeniable chemistry between them. "Our time together was cut short but I am SO grateful for the incredible weeks we did get to share!!" Jenna gushed.

Feldman responded quickly, thanking her for the kind words and apologizing for any negativity surrounding their partnership. "For any negativity the media is using to give the false narrative that our time together was anything less than enjoyable," he wrote, referencing the rumored feud with Jenna.

Corey felt 'defeated and sad' following his week one elimination off of the hit ABC show where 14 couples perform

While the season's pressure cooker has been cranked up a notch, one thing's clear: this year's DWTS lineup promises to be a wild ride. With 6.36 million viewers tuning in for last year's finale – the highest Live+Same Day total since Season 29 – producers are hoping to repeat that magic.

Will Feldman's drama-drenched journey make him a fan favorite? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: this season of DWTS is shaping up to be one for the books.