Peta Murgatroyd and her husband, Maksim Chmerkovskiy, are reveling in their bliss in Florida!
The couple has broken their silence on why the move to the Sunshine State was necessary for the well-being of their family and their happiness as a unit.
Peta Murgatroyd and Maksim Chmerkovskiy met on Broadway in 2009 and started dating in 2012 before finally tying the knot in 2017, going on to share three children.
The dancer took to her Instagram Story to share a video update about just how much they love their lives in Florida. She admitted that the family had always loved the state for various reasons because their current location, Boca, close to the beach, has really top-rated schools, great sports locations for the boys, and a great lifestyle.
While she admitted that the weather is almost as hot as California, she stressed that living in Florida right now is what her family needs, and they are enjoying every second of it. Murgatroyd did not express her love for California in small measure, as she noted that it was their home for 2 decades.
She identified a few significant differences between life in Florida and California, emphasizing the culture of convenience that is more dominant in the former.
“Everything is within a five-minute drive. I feel like there’s a CVS or Walgreens on every corner ’cause it’s like in blocks with the communities. I love it; I feel like at this stage of my life with three boys, I’m about convenience,” the dancer noted according to Us Magazine.
The ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Pro Spoke Glowingly About Her Neighbors
Murgatroyd added that she found a community in the Sunshine State made up of great neighbors who have been so welcoming since they made their move into the area.
She shared that her kids have been invited on multiple playdates with other kids in the neighborhood, something she did not really experience much in California.
The reception aligned with Murgatroyd’s vision for her kids’ ideal childhood, as she always wanted them to grow up around an environment where they feel loved and accepted.
“He has playdates; he has boys knocking on our door, saying, ‘Hey, come play; let’s go ride our bikes.’ It’s the best thing for me, and it’s all I want. I’m so happy,” the media personality added.
Another heartwarming development is the fact that the dancer’s in-laws also moved to Florida, and they have equally fallen in love with Boca and are happy by the beach. Murgatroyd noted that Chmerkovskiy’s parents did not exactly carry them along on their move, but it made her happy to see them as a part of her community.
Peta Murgatroyd And Maksim Chmerkovskiy Share Video Of Touching Farewell To Los Angeles
In June, The Blast shared that the couple confirmed that they officially relocated to Florida from Los Angeles with a symbolic video of them dancing and holding a sign saying they have moved.
A second Instagram post highlighted the more emotional side of the family’s relocation, showing them packing up their belongings, saying goodbye to their longtime home, and preparing for the cross-country journey.
Murgatroyd admitted that the trip to Florida stirred up emotions she had not anticipated, leaving her tearful and uncertain about walking away from the familiarity and comfort of the place they had called home.
Despite the difficult farewell, the TV personalities believe the move is already paying off. Murgatroyd shared that their three sons have quickly adjusted to Florida’s sunshine and more relaxed lifestyle.
With the family settling into their new surroundings, she made it clear they are focused on embracing what lies ahead rather than dwelling on what they left behind.
Murgatroyd’s Third Child Changed Her ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Season 33 Plans
As noted by The Blast in 2024, Murgatroyd’s growing family kept her from returning to the ballroom for Season 33 of “Dancing with the Stars.” Shortly before the season, the professional dancer and her husband welcomed their third son, as shared by Chmerkovskiy on Instagram, who revealed that the dancer did it all in one push.
However, welcoming another child meant Murgatroyd was not physically prepared to jump back into the demanding “DWTS” schedule. During a social media livestream, she confirmed that she would miss Season 33 because childbirth had left her needing more time to recover.
Although Murgatroyd admitted she had been eager to return to the competition, she acknowledged that her body was not ready for the physical demands of dancing professionally again. Ultimately, the mother of three decided recovery and time with her newborn had to come before her career.
Peta Murgatroyd Turned To Fans For Support When Her Husband Battled Arrest In Ukraine
In 2022, the mother of three got vulnerable about her distress upon finding out that Chmerkovskiy was trapped in Ukraine after Russia invaded the country. Motherly stated that the dancer confessed to battling emotional turmoil upon learning that her husband was trying to escape.
Murgatroyd pleaded with her social media family to keep their prayers up for her as she warned that the coming days could even be more emotionally challenging for her. Chmerkovskiy had arrived in Ukraine for an appearance as a judge on the country’s version of “Dancing with the Stars.”
As the invasion went on, he made it a point to keep his fans and loved ones up to date, informing his fans that he was briefly arrested in Ukraine, but he was safe and had started approaching the border with hopes of leaving.
Despite admitting that he was nervous about the journey ahead, Chmerkovskiy remained optimistic, explaining that he had several possible ways to get out and believed he would ultimately make it to safety.
Congratulations, Peta Murgatroyd and Maksim Chmerkovskiy!
