Anna Delvey faces strong possibility of deportation amid controversial appearance on 'DWTS'

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Anna Delvey, the notorious figure who masqueraded as an heiress, is making headlines once again - not just for her recent appearance on 'Dancing With the Stars' (DWTS), but also for the looming threat of deportation back to Germany.

Despite her foray into the world of showbiz, immigration experts suggest her legal troubles could soon overshadow her glittering new career, according to The US Sun.

Refusal to board flight adds new twist to Anna Delvey's deportation struggles

Anna Delvey, whose real name is Anna Sorokin, gained infamy after serving nearly four years in prison for theft-related charges.

Since her release in 2021, her deportation has been an ongoing saga.

According to reports from Der Spiegel, her initial deportation was thwarted when she refused to leave an ICE detention center to board a flight.

Following this, she was placed under house arrest in New York but was later permitted to travel to Los Angeles to participate in 'DWTS'.

While her new role on the hit show has certainly sparked curiosity, it has also raised questions from viewers.

Reportedly, many fans have wondered how Delvey, after serving time in prison, is still allowed to remain in the US and even earn a significant paycheck from her new TV gig.

Although 'DWTS' contestants are known to receive hefty compensation, there has been no confirmation regarding how much Delvey is being paid for her appearance.

Attorney Ellen Sullivan weighs in on Anna Delvey's legal battle

Ellen Sullivan, an immigration attorney with Cambridge Immigration Law, weighed in on Delvey’s precarious legal situation, stating that her deportation remains a strong possibility.

"She is probably trying to get her criminal convictions overturned, and that may be the reason why deportation proceedings have not been completed yet," Sullivan explained.

However, given the nature of Delvey's convictions, Sullivan believes she has limited legal defenses, "unless she could prove that she would be tortured in her home country."

Although the threat of deportation looms large, Delvey could still have time to enjoy her life in America for now.

Sullivan pointed out, "Deportation (removal) proceedings can last years," adding that such cases typically take between two and four years but can stretch out over a decade due to court delays and appeals.

It is believed that Delvey has applied for asylum, which allows her to stay in the US and legally work while her case remains open.

Sullivan elaborated, "With asylum, she is able to apply for a work permit and can work wherever she wants."

This could explain why Delvey has been able to participate in 'DWTS' and other paid opportunities, as long as she complies with certain restrictions.

Anna Delvey’s ankle monitor becomes a talking point on DWTS

According to reports, Delvey’s conditions of release include wearing an ankle monitor while on the show - a measure unrelated to her previous criminal convictions but rather a stipulation of her ongoing immigration case.

Not everyone is thrilled about Delvey’s new career, though.

Rachel Williams, Delvey’s former friend and one of her victims, has been vocal about her displeasure with Netflix’s adaptation of Delvey’s story in the series 'Inventing Anna'.

Williams’ lawyer, Alexander Rufus-Isaacs, criticized Delvey’s involvement in 'DWTS', stating it was "glamorizing and minimizing the crimes she committed, and minimizing the impact on the people she hurt."

Meanwhile, there are also reports of tension behind the scenes.

According to an insider source, Delvey's dance partner on the show, Ezra Sosa, has grown frustrated with her attitude.

“There is a lot of tension between Anna and Ezra, and it is growing by the day,” the source revealed, adding that Delvey seems “less focused on collaboration and more focused on herself.”