Farber has remained close with the famous gymnast since they competed together back in 2018.
While she was hospitalized, he spoke withEntertainment Tonightabout the situation.
She kind of wants to give up.
You’ve got this!'"
He encouraged fans to stay in touch with people they care about.
“I know her very well, and she’s like family to me.
And she’s a fighter,” Farber gushed.
The “DWTS” fan favorite also toldPeopleabout his correspondence with Retton during her hospitalization.
Farber texted and “sent her pictures from our season and she said this made her smile.”
Farber, who is only around 5'6" himself, noticeably towered over Retton.
She joked, “I make him feel so tall.
4'9” baby, all of it!"
After she was eliminated, the Olympian took toInstagramto share a photo of her and Farber.
“Gosh I miss dancing,” Retton captioned it, “especially with this prankster.”
Farber had nothing but good things to say about Retton during their season together too.
He often took to Instagram to praise Retton’s performances in the different dancing styles.
Farber’s post when Retton got eliminated from the show was arguably the sweetest of all, though.
Retton is indeed a pillar of strength and perseverance.
