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After 17 years and 26 seasons, Cheryl Burke is in between emotions as she says goodbye to DWTS. She had an exclusive chat with PEOPLE, where she shared how difficult it was to make the decision.
The two-time mirror ball champion said it has been very emotional walking away from the show. She further disclosed that there are mixed feelings of excitement and fear, and it hurts her like it’s another divorce.
The 38-year-old professional dancer first made a name for herself in season two of Dancing with the Stars. Then in season three, she won her second trophy with Emmitt Smith, a former NFL player.
Hearts are broken seeing Cheryl Burke say goodbye to DWTS after her divorce from Matthew Lawrence some months ago. She’s prioritizing her health, and it’s a worthy-enough reason.
Cheryl Burke says Goodbye to DWTS Due To Health Concern
Before saying goodbye to DWTS, Cheryl Burke took breaks over the years to focus on other engagements. However, after such breaks, she always comes back to the show.
This time around, it’s no longer business as usual for the California-born star. She disclosed that recently, she has been talking about how her body hurts because of her age.
The star is almost 40, and she pointed out that the show has taken a toll on her physically and mentally. As a result, she’s looking to take things easier, forcing her exit from the show.
But not to worry, she’s not going to fold her arms after the exit. The star will now have more time for mental health advocacy and focus on her newfound love for podcasting. However, she’s scared about the uncertainty of the future, but that’s the fun of the whole thing.
Burke’s Exit From DWTS Hurts Like Her Divorce
In her chat with the outlet, Cheryl Burke revealed that saying goodbye to DWTS hurts like her divorce from Matthew Lawrence. Their relationship had several ups and downs, causing them to call it quits in January 2022.
The duo got engaged in 2018 and moved in together shortly after. They celebrated their nuptials the following year. But unfortunately, their divorce was finalized in Sept., and she compared the pain to her exit from DWTS.Â