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The actor reiterated that "the set was wonderful" but people who "spread rumors about those who are actually there make it toxic."

Corey Feldman says he's 'happy to be back' for *DWTS *finale after slamming show's 'toxic' culture

The actor reiterated that "the set was wonderful" but people who "spread rumors about those who are actually there make it toxic."

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Corey Feldman and Jenna Johnson on 'DWTS'. Credit:

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Corey Feldman is ready to put all the negativity behind him.

After calling out the "toxic" behind-the-scenes culture that he experienced on *Dancing With the Stars*, the actor has confirmed to ** that he's set to return for one last dance during the show's three-hour Tuesday finale.

"I'm happy to be back on set [with] everyone and having a great time reconnecting with the cast, crew and pro dancers," Feldman said in a statement shared with EW. "It's a great chance to have a 'Last Dance' leaving any negative feelings about the process behind & looking towards a very busy 2026."

As for who he thinks will take home the Mirrorball Trophy, the *Goonies* star teased, "I'm rooting for my personal pick, but I wish everyone a safe and successful night."

Corey Feldman and Jenna Johnson on 'DWTS'.

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Feldman additionally addressed his impending return on social media, sharing several snaps from the *DWTS* set on Instagram — including a sweet reunion with his pro dance partner, Jenna Johnson.

"ITS TRUE! IM BACK IN THE BALLROOM 4 1 LAST DANCE W THE STARS," he captioned a Sunday night post. "SO I KNOW ALL THOSE KRAY RUMORS HAVE STARTED FLYING AGAIN, SO I FIGURED JUST 2 KEEP EM HONEST, HERES SOME SNAPS OF MY MAGICAL DAY @ REHEARSAL!"

The post alludes to the fact that Feldman made headlines last week after opening up about the dark side of his *DWTS* experience, which he claims was complicated by the rumor mill.

"There was a lot of stupidity in the mudslinging that went on behind-the-scenes," Feldman said in a review for an upcoming episode of the *Gurvey's Law* radio show, obtained by the *Daily Mail*. "Actually there, everything was great, but the behind-the-scenes drama and BS that people throw around that show, I've never seen anything like it. It's the worst, like, most toxic."

In light of those remarks, one Instagram user asked Feldman why he would return to the set, writing, "So curious as to why u'd go back if it is as "toxic" as u say it is."

Feldman responded by clarifying his remarks. "U should probably read what I actually said, instead of the BS headlines," he wrote. "The set was wonderful. Everyone there was great. Ppl who spread rumors about those who [are] actually there make it Toxic 2 the cast, crew, and pros who [are] working hard. That's the point."

The radio show clip of Feldman indeed saw him state that his actual on-set experience was "great" and "happy." He stated that issues didn't arise until he noticed the media and tabloid coverage surrounding the show.

"You start reading these things in the paper, like, 'This person's mad at this person. These people aren't talking to each other,'" he explained. "Or, 'Are people working hard enough?' 'Corey Feldman destroyed the show. He destroyed the whole show because he was such an egomaniac; it's so difficult to work with [him].'"

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Feldman went on to reference remarks made by former *DWTS* pro dancer, Maksim Chmerkovskiy, who mentioned Feldman during a September chat with the *Daily Mail*. Chmerkovskiy, the brother-in-law of Feldman's dance partner, told the outlet that Johnson was having a "difficult time" working with the actor.

Feldman said that when he later asked Johnson about those comments, she rolled her eyes and said, "'Oh, it's just Max. Don't pay attention to him. He just wants attention.'"

Representatives for Chmerkovskiy and *DWTS* did not immediately respond to **'s request for comment.

Corey Feldman and Jenna Johnson on 'DWTS'.

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Feldman's *DWTS* return comes weeks after he was the second contestant eliminated from season 34. Following the Sept. 23 episode that saw them cut from the competition, Johnson took to Instagram to celebrate their brief partnership.

"Our time together was cut short but I am SO grateful for the incredible weeks we did get to share," she wrote to Feldman. "Thank you for the giggles everyday in rehearsal, thank you for the hard work, and thank you for sharing your life lessons and memories with me! I'll cherish our friendship forever. Never stop dancing."

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Feldman commented, "Thank U Jenna! U were an absolute joy to work with. Im so sorry for any negativity the media is using to give the false narrative that our time together was anything less than enjoyable."

To see Feldman's last dance and find out who will take home the coveted Mirrorball Trophy, tune in to *Dancing With the Stars*' finale on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and Disney+, and streaming the next day on Hulu.

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