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Cheryl Burke Defends 'DWTS' Judge Carrie Ann Inaba Against Harsh Critics
31 Oct
Summary
- Cheryl Burke, former 'DWTS' pro, hit back at fans criticizing Carrie Ann Inaba's appearance
- Burke received both positive and negative comments after guest judging on 'DWTS'
- Burke encouraged fans to be mindful of how they discuss others
On October 30, 2025, former 'Dancing With the Stars' professional dancer Cheryl Burke spoke out in defense of judge Carrie Ann Inaba, who faced criticism from viewers following her appearance on the show's October 28th Halloween Night episode.
Burke revealed that she had seen "so many mixed reviews" of her own guest judging performance, including "aggressive" and "body-shaming" comments. However, she also received "amazing and beautiful messages" as well as "some constructive criticism." Despite the mixed feedback, Burke stated that she did her best with the information she had in the moment.
The 41-year-old Burke encouraged 'DWTS' fans to be more mindful of how they discuss and critique the show's personalities, especially in front of impressionable viewers. She emphasized the need for compassion, even when people may disagree with the judges' scoring or opinions.
