Cheryl Burke is calling out rumors about her looks. The 41-year-old dancer responded to online comments in a TikTok video. She spoke directly while removing her makeup.
Burke denied using Ozempic. She also said she isn’t sick and hasn’t had major cosmetic procedures. The public assumptions, she said, have gone too far. Many people are talking about her as if she isn’t human.
She addressed those saying they miss the “old” Cheryl. Some fans long for how she looked in the early Dancing With the Stars seasons or during her divorce. But Burke said that version of her is gone. She has changed with time, and that’s normal.
Cheryl Burke Calls Out Judgment and Defends Her Journey
Burke said the accusations have been harsh and draining. What hurts most is that many of the comments are from women. She finds that especially painful. She’s been famous since age 21. Over two decades, her body and face have changed. But those changes reflect her life experiences. She has gone through trauma, divorce, sobriety, and healing. She’s had moments of burnout and growth. These are not excuses, she said—just facts.
WOW what the hell is going on in Hollywood? 'DWTS' Cheryl Burke looks unrecognizable and not in a good way.. YIKES, the top row is the New Cheryl… pic.twitter.com/LErarjXmUZ
— Ms. Smith (@MsSmith17743658) May 19, 2025
Burke filed for divorce from Matthew Lawrence in 2022. Since then, she’s continued to evolve. She’s unapologetic about her journey. Though her public image has shifted, she insists she hasn’t changed at her core. She still supports mental health and body image advocacy. She just does it more quietly now. She sets boundaries and protects her peace.
Burke also said social media feels less safe. Some platforms now feel hostile. The worst part, she noted, is watching women attack other women under the disguise of concern. She is 41, still healing, and still growing. She made it clear that those who come to judge or speculate are not welcome. But she opened her space to those who want to support, grow, and evolve with her.
