Cheryl Burke and Matthew Lawrence Finalize Divorce

Cheryl BurkeandMatthew Lawrence’shave finalized their divorce. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Burkefiled for divorcefrom Lawrence in February, listing Jan. 7 as the official date of separation. The filing cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split. TheDancing with the Starspro has been vocal about her journey to heal after the split. In March, she shared anInstagrampost about getting in touch with herself again. “I’ve realized that whenever I am at a point in my life where I have some big emotions to process, the best thing for me to do is to spend some time alone - other than being with [my dog] Ysa of course, but I truly feel like she is a part of me, so she doesn’t count,” Burke’s post began....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 300 words · Leslie Bishop

Cheryl Burke Announces 'Bittersweet Decision' to Pause Her Podcast: 'My Journey Is Just Beginning'

Monica Schipper/Getty The formerDancing with the Starspro, 40, announced onInstagramDec. 30 that she is pausing her podcast,Sex, Lies and Spray Tans, after nearly 200 episodes. “After an incredible journey, I’ve made the bittersweet decision to say farewell — for now — to this podcast,” she shared alongside a clip from the show. “This chapter has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, filled with growth, meaningful conversations, and powerful connections....

March 15, 2025 · 4 min · 735 words · Ashley Green

Cheryl Burke Confirms Season 31 of 'DWTS' Is 'Likely' Her Last as a Pro: 'It's Hard to Say Goodbye'

Photo: Unique Nicole/WireImage Cheryl Burkeis probably not returning to theDancing with the Starsfloor — at least not as a pro. “A lot of people have asked me if this is my last season,” the longtime cast member toldEntertainment Tonight. “The answer to that question is likely yes, this is my last season, as a dancer that is.” Burke, 38, later clarified she’d like to step into a judging or hosting role for the series — though she noted she’s not trying to take jobs away from the current judges and two hostsTyra BanksandAlfanso Ribeiro....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 341 words · Cindy Carr

Cheryl Burke Hangs with 'Dance Dad' Tom Bergeron After Announcing Her 'Dancing with the Stars' Exit

Photo: Cheryl Burke/instagram Cheryl BurkeandTom Bergeronare back at it! The twoDancing with the Starsalums reunited on Monday for a fun-filled hangout session. While together, the pair took a trio of silly photos. “Dance Dad and his many personalities… 😆 #dancedad #reunitedanditfeelssogood,” wrote Burke, 38. Bergeron, 67, shared the same photos with the caption: “In Other News: Former Dance Show Buddies Reunite 🎉🎉.” Eric McCandless via Getty The pair’s reunion comes after Burkeannounced her departurefromDWTSafter 26 seasons....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Melissa Gould

Cheryl Burke Is Focusing on Mental Health Following Her 26-Season Run on 'DWTS'

Photo: Jordan Fisher Cheryl Burkeis leavingDancing with the Starswith new goals in mind. The professional dancer, 38, announced her retirement from the show in anInstagram poston Sunday and, following theseason 31 finaleon Monday, expressed that she’s shifting her attention to be a mental health advocate. Burke competed on the show for 26 seasons and became the first professional dancer to win two consecutive seasons. Christopher Willard/abc Before appearing on her last season ofDWTSwithGood Morning Americaweather anchorSam Champion, she used the downtime from the show to launch the podcastBurke in the Game....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · Christopher Reynolds

Cheryl Burke Is Saying Goodbye to 'DWTS' After 26 Seasons: 'I Have Been Crying Nonstop'

Cheryl Burkeis hanging up her dancing shoes. After 17 years and 26 seasons, the professional dancer has made the difficult decision to walk away fromDancing with the Stars,and she’s still processing her decision. “I have beencrying nonstop,“the 38-year-old tells PEOPLE exclusively. “It has been very emotional. There [are] a lot of emotions and there’s lots of excitement, but there’s also lots of fear. At the end of the day, this is actually maybe another divorce in a way that I’m going through in one year....

March 15, 2025 · 4 min · 712 words · James Carney

Cheryl Burke May Head to Trial Over Her Dog Though Divorce from Matthew Lawrence Is Finalized

Cheryl Burke; Matthew Lawrence.Photo: David Livingston/FilmMagic, Jim Smeal/Shutterstock Cheryl Burkeis not giving her dog Ysabella up without a fight. Though her divorce fromMatthew Lawrencehasbeen finalized, custody of the dog they once shared has yet to be determined. On her iHeart podcast,Burke in the Game, the 38-year-oldDancing with the Starspro spoke candidly on Sunday’s episode about her divorce from Lawrence, 42. The two will continue to dispute over ownership of their dog, Ysabella....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 310 words · Kevin Bridges

Cheryl Burke on How Childhood Trauma Led Her into a 'Vicious Cycle' of Unhealthy Relationships

Cheryl Burkeis opening up about how childhood trauma has impacted the relationships in her life — and she now recognizes that she must make peace with her past in order to seek a happier, healthier future. The formerDancing with the Starspro, 38, has reached a point of catharsis about her former behavior. “I unconsciously fell into the patten of falling for the same type of men which were abusive, non-available, non-committal, infidelity, all of that,” she said on Tuesday’s episode of theAllison Interviewspodcast....

March 15, 2025 · 3 min · 530 words · Matthew Jackson

Cheryl Burke Reflects on 'DWTS'' Impact amid Tough Times: 'Gives Me a Purpose in Life'

Photo: Unique Nicole/WireImage Dance helps to keepCheryl Burkegoing. “It’s my 26th season, I’m 98 years old,” Burke, 38, joked with reporters of her tenure on the ABC-turned-Disney+ series. “This has been for many reasons. It always goes back to how dancing has saved my life, whether that’s my sobriety or divorce.” ABC/Eric McCandless “This show has definitely helped me take the mind off of the stuff that’s been really hard to deal with emotionally,” she said....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 251 words · Melissa Stevens

Cheryl Burke Reveals Her Favorite Partners fromDancing with the Stars— and Her Answers Might Surprise You!

Monica Schipper/Getty Cheryl Burkespent nearly 20 years as a pro onDancing with the Stars, but even she wouldn’t have predicted who her favorite celebrity partners ended up being. On the Dec. 1 episode of her podcast,Sex, Lies and Spray Tans, Burke, 40, answered questions fans had submitted and kicked things off with a bang as she revealed which of her 25 partners she was “shockingly surprised” that she had “the most fun” with:Jack OsbourneandRob Kardashian....

March 15, 2025 · 3 min · 461 words · Cynthia Trevino

Cheryl Burke Says High School Boyfriend 'Whipped Me with a Belt'

Photo: Unique Nicole/WireImage Cheryl Burkeis opening up about a tough moment that she says she previously endured in a past relationship. Ina sneak peekat Wednesday’s episode ofRed Table Talk, Burke made claims about her first-hand experience with domestic violence. “I remember his parents were watching it, didn’t do anything,” she continues. “And it wasn’t like he was hitting me, he was whipping me.” Though Burke’s claim stunned theRTTpanel, she has previously been vocal about her past experiences with abuse....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 385 words · Kathleen Hopkins

Cheryl Burke Sends Message to Teresa Giudice After 'DWTS' Elimination: 'Beginning of Our Friendship'

Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty, Rich Polk/GettyThat’s what friends are for!AfterTeresa GiudicewaseliminatedfromDancing with the Starsearlier this week,Cheryl Burkesent a message of support toThe Real Housewives of New Jerseystar on Instagram Wednesday.“Love you @TeresaGiudice,” Burke, 38,wrotealongside a photograph of herself and Giudice, 50, as well as fellowDWTScontestantShangelaand pro dancerPeta Murgatroyd.“Enjoyed every second we interacted though our time was short,” she continued. “I hope that this is just the beginning of our friendship.“Cheryl Burke/InstagramDuring this week’sElvisNight onDWTS, Giudice and partnerPasha Pashkovperformed a jive to “All Shook Up....

March 15, 2025 · 6 min · 1256 words · Jennifer Ayala

Cheryl Burke Slams Unnamed Cheating Ex in TikTok After Finding 'Viagra' and 'Hidden' Necklace

Photo: Paul Archuleta/Getty Cheryl Burkeis taking a hit at one of her exes. TheDancing with the Starspro, 38, uploadeda video to TikTokon Thursday, outlining some specific details about a past lover’s alleged infidelity. “When he said he would never talk to her again, yet I found text messages, Viagra, and a necklace hidden in a pair of his shoes…” she wrote over a video of herself shaking her head. Burke set the clip to Adele’s song, “Set Fire to the Rain,” but it only featured the part where she sings the lyrics, “The last time....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 396 words · Alexis Moore